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The Next Step

For many, the prospect of leaving the small, safe environment of a Primary or Prep School may seem a little daunting and we want to ensure you have as much information, support and help as possible in making the next step a happy and successful one for your child.

Choosing a school is never easy and very often it is a question of feeling comfortable with the people you meet, getting a “feel” for the place and seeing the way pupils behave. We have a detailed induction programme to ensure a smooth and stress-free transition into the School, including;

   
Taster Days Small groups of children come in together and spend a day in the School, which is a lovely opportunity to make friends, experience some lessons and have fun with pupils who may be starting in Year 7 with them.
Welcome Evening New pupils and parents come for dinner, meet the staff and all the news pupils, who will be starting together.
Pre-season Training Hockey or rugby at the end of the summer holidays.
Induction Day A day in School before the rest of the pupils return.
Overnight Camping Trip All Year 7 pupils and House staff - a bonding exercise early in the term.
Introduction To Year 7 An evening for parents to see how the pastoral system works and to meet tutors.


We encourage a personal service so parents can just pick up the phone or pop in to see us as well as there being a regular round of Parents' Evenings, half termly grades and reports and ongoing contact with your child’s tutor and House Staff.