Academic

Our curriculum is unusually broad. All children study the traditional academic subjects: English, Mathematics, Science (as separate subjects from Year 7: Biology, Chemistry and Physics), Geography, History, Modern Foreign Languages (all pupils study French with the opportunity to add Spanish from Year 7), Classical Languages and Studies (from Year 7) and ICT.

We also place strong emphasis on the Creative and Visual Arts, Design Technology and Sport and Physical Education. All children have the opportunity to perform in our curriculum Drama, Dance and Music productions. There is a very extensive programme of sports fixtures and events that offer the opportunity for every child to represent the School in sports matches. Children also travel outside the school on a variety of field trips each year, experiencing a hands-on and stimulating approach to learning.

This balanced curriculum together with the extensive activities programme allows children to pursue their interests and develop strengths and enthusiasms at a relatively young age.

We set children by ability in many subjects, allowing us to cater for the needs of each child and ensure that all children learn at a rate consistent with their abilities. Our average class size is around 14 which enables teachers to give children the individual attention they need. We aim to maximise every child’s potential and strive to help children develop good study habits and a real love of learning.

All children are prepared for the Common Entrance or Scholarship exams for entrance to Gresham’s Senior School and other leading independent schools. Our children have a record of performing very well in these exams.

Each department is run by a subject-specialised head and departments are well resourced with subject-oriented accommodation. We have a well-stocked and vibrant library and a modern Information Technology Centre, as well as very good IT facilities around the school. Children also benefit from our well-equipped Design Technology and Art Departments and a purpose-built Music Centre.