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The Senior School continues and builds on the excellent foundation established by the Junior School. Working in close liaison with the Junior School, pupils are guided through the transition from Year 4 to Year 5 easily and smoothly. The Senior School curriculum is broad and flexible enabling pupils to choose a pathway that best suits their abilities, needs and interests. Pupils are prepared for the Common Entrance Examination at 13+ and for a total of 14 GCSE Subjects including: English, English Literature, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, History, Geography, French, Business Studies, Business and Communication Systems (ICT), Religious Studies, Physical Education and Art.
Small classes, under the oversight of experienced form tutors, help to foster establish individual attention and promote a caring, family-like atmosphere. Pupils are encouraged to integrate and to interact with each other in a disciplined and friendly context. Teaching and Learning is established as a priority, with emphasis being placed on the development of mutual respect and trust between staff and pupils. This enables staff to make use of teaching time most efficiently and the school boasts a long record of excellent academic achievement in external examinations at GCSE level.
Pupils are encouraged increasingly to take responsibility for their own learning. Access to the school library and computer room outside lessons helps to facilitate the completion of coursework, problem-solving assignments and to develop investigative research skills. A teacher-supervised homework class held between 4- 5pm assists pupils with the completion of homework tasks; attendance is flexible and voluntary.
As well as providing a broad and excellent academic education, PSE, Citizenship and Entrepreneurial themes are included in the timetable. These, along with extra- curricula activities, are designed to educate pupils to become good all-round members of society. The school fosters an involvement in the local community and has an active Charities Committee.
Physical Education also plays an important part in the school day. Access to high- quality sports facilities is readily available and the wide-ranging sporting activities are staffed by a well-qualified and enthusiastic team.
The school enjoys and seeks to develop close working relationships with parents. Ready access to staff enables clear and regular communication in the belief that home and school should work closely together. There is an active and very supportive Friends' Committee which engages in regular activities for the school's benefit. Many parents and past pupils have become personal friends and our doors are always open to them and to any new parents who might seek to share in our school.
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