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Courses & curriculum

Learning that fits the child, at every stage

One all-through curriculum from age 2 to 18 — Forest School and specialist teaching in Nursery, a broad Prep and Senior education, and 27 A Level subjects plus BTEC pathways in the Sixth Form.

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Nursery

Dedicated provision for 2–3s (Hedgehogs) and 3–4s (Badgers), with subject-specialist teaching, Spanish, Dance, PE and Forest School from age 2.

  • Forest School from age 2
  • Lunch in the dining hall and whole-school assemblies
  • Breakfast and After School Club
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Prep pupils reading together in class

Prep

Small class sizes mean every child is known and understood, with magnificent grounds used to extend learning well beyond the classroom.

  • Guaranteed Reception place for Nursery children
  • Outdoor learning across the grounds
  • Broad sport, music and drama
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Senior

An ambitious GCSE education where talent is spotted early. Our 2025 GCSE results came in 20% above the national average, with children of all abilities.

  • Year 7 is our strongest entry point
  • Scholarship Assessment Days in academic, sport, music and drama
  • Full co-curricular and pastoral programme
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Sixth Form

A choice of 27 A Level subjects and three Level 3 BTEC pathways, with bespoke programmes for more individual routes.

  • EPQ, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and Sports Leadership
  • Prefect and Sixth Form Leadership Team roles
  • Future-Ready PSHE and UCAS guidance
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27 A Levels. Three BTEC routes.

All GCSE subjects continue to A Level, alongside an extended range. Most students take three or four subjects chosen around their strengths and ambitions.

  • Further Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Psychology
  • Politics
  • Sociology
  • Accounting
  • Ancient History
  • Music Technology
  • BTEC Health and Social Care
  • BTEC Applied Science
  • BTEC Sport

Talk to us about the right pathway for your child.