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Choosing the right primary school for your children is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent and we are pleased with your interest in our school. At The Sherwood, we want every child's experience to be a happy and positive one and for them to make the best possible progress. Our focus is on making sure our pupils have a firm foundation in the core areas of maths and literacy- and on making sure they have fun whilst doing so. Through our creative curriculum, our work as a Rights Respecting school and as a Primary Talk school, and in our sporting and House activities, we ensure every day brings new and exciting challenges. We are proud to announce that The Sherwood School has recently become an official Unicef Level 1 Rights Respecting School.“Unicef works with schools in the UK to create safe and inspiring places to learn, where children are respected, their talents are nurtured and they can thrive”. Achieving this award has promoted more open discussion amongst the children and has made them feel empowered in their daily life at school. The School Council devised these charters to ensure pupils enjoy learning in a safe and caring environment. We have a commitment and responsibility to safeguard children and staff and this includes their online activity. Children’s use of computing at school is supervised and follows a structured teaching plan according to the national curriculum programs of study, helping children to learn progressively about online safety issues during their time at school. Internet access at school, provided through the London Grid for Learning, is strictly filtered and monitored to ensure that children are as safe as possible when using computers at school. At Sherwood, we see online safety as a shared responsibility between school and home. Many children now have access to the internet through the use of smartphones, tablets, laptops, and game consoles. Therefore it is both of our responsibilities to ensure the children are using this technology in a safe environment. At Sherwood, we aim to develop your child socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually in a happy, secure, caring, and stimulating environment. We do this by offering a wide range of activities to promote different learning through play. We have a Parents Board at the entrance to the nursery with more information about what we are learning each week and ideas of things to do at home and, as always, the nursery team is happy to answer any questions or comments from parents. We look forward to seeing you and your children at The Sherwood. In addition to this, the library is open every lunchtime so children can change their books and spend time reading. Extracurricular activities are important to the children at The Sherwood as it encourages them to gain independence and confidence within the school community. We aim to provide a variety of clubs across the school for all year groups. As well as teaching staff running clubs at lunchtime and after-school, we also have external providers running clubs. At Sherwood, we believe firmly in a literature-based English curriculum. We have developed the curriculum to include a range of good-quality texts that we hope will inspire and motivate the children. We use the Merton Assessment Procedures to track progress, next steps, and attainment and moderate this regularly to ensure we are adapting our teaching and planning to meet the needs of our children as much as possible. Within writing, children are taught the features and grammatical techniques of a range of genres and are encouraged to write across a variety of subjects. We value the children’s writing highly each term children complete a ‘Big Write’ task which is set across the entire school. The best examples of these are then chosen to be displayed which inspires others as well as recognizes the achievements made. In guided reading, we focus heavily on the comprehension and understanding of texts. We use a mixture of ‘Jolly Phonics’ and ‘Letters and Sounds to teach reading but also understand the importance and value of children being able to discuss books. Children are given time to think and talk about their favorite authors, themes, and plots within texts as well as the vocabulary used and the impact on the reader. This use of discussion within reading time has developed skills in writing as children are more able to understand and therefore, mirror the techniques of a range of authors. View full school

At the center of the work we undertake is the belief that each person is unique, created in God’s image, and with a variety of gifts and talents. It is our role as a Catholic educating community to enable each girl to develop those gifts and talents in the education of the whole person. We are building on success in ensuring excellence for all. Our Year 11 students achieve highly which is a testament to the expert teaching and high-quality support that the staff of our school provides and a recognition of the hard work of the girls in their search for excellence. We set the highest standards and expectations for all girls and expect that they will, in turn, do the same. I was pleased to see that in our last OFSTED and Diocesan inspection of our School that the drive and determination of all within our community was recognized. As a result, we have designated a high-performing specialist school and in addition to our work as a language college, we became a Leading Edge specialist school with a particular focus on our work with gifted and talented learners. The Sacred Heart Language College is a Christian community bound together by love and respect for our human dignity. We want to enable everyone in our community to come to a deeper understanding of Christ. We strive for excellence in all that we do. In particular, we seek to provide a high-quality education that will enable all in our community to discover and use the gifts and talents given us by God. Our work is firmly based on the Gospel values of love, respect, justice, equality, and compassion. We firmly believe that these values equip our pupils to be confident and informed members of society and are inherent within British values. The Sacred Heart Language College expects high standards from its pupils. It is a school committed to providing opportunities for success for all pupils whatever their abilities or aptitudes. Every girl is encouraged to attain her ‘personal best’ and the breadth and quality of the curriculum ensures that pupils leave as mature and confident young women, committed young adults who derive their confidence from their achievements. Everyone should have an equal opportunity to benefit from the strength of our community. We are a multi-cultural school and think ourselves fortunate to have such a diversity of talent, culture, and language to enrich our lives. We must protect this richness. Teaching staff and Associate staff all have a crucial role to play in achieving all our aims for our pupils and in ensuring the growth and development of The Sacred Heart Language College as a strong community in each academic year. Our staff is committed to high ideals of professionalism and dedicated service. Unity and consistent practice will underline all our work in The Sacred Heart Language College. View full school

The Russell is a vibrant, innovative, and inclusive small school at the heart of our local community. Nestled in the center of Petersham, a stone’s throw from The Thames, Richmond Park, and Ham House, The Russell School boasts a spacious and green environment. Our stunning and extensive grounds provide an exceptional outdoor learning environment in an extremely busy and built-up part of London. Our dedicated and talented team of staff is passionate about providing an engaging curriculum through a wide range of stimulating and creative learning experiences. We have high expectations for all children and believe in nurturing a child’s natural curiosity and creating in them a life-long love of learning. We provide a caring and supportive environment for our children to thrive and for our parents to feel valued as part of our school community. Parents play a vital role in supporting our school those past and present are clear that the most important factors of life at The Russell are that we radiate a welcoming and friendly ethos, that their children love coming to school, and that they are encouraged to learn in a supportive yet challenging environment. At The Russell School, parents are actively encouraged to get involved in the education of their children, whether it is through helping with reading or joining our active Parent and Teacher Association. Our Governing Body also plays a crucial and valued role in the life of our school. However, our true strength is our children. They are the key to the success of The Russell School and make it a very special place to learn and play. We admit 30 children into our Reception Class. Places are allocated to those children whose parents have expressed a preference for a place at The Russell School on their Common Application Form to the Local Authority. If there are more preferences expressed than places available then places will be allocated according to the Local Authority’s Primary School Admissions Policy. For entry in September 2018, we are admitting 30 children. Applications must be returned to the Local Authority by 15th January 2018. The form can be submitted online or in paper form. We accept older children throughout the school year when there is a place available in the required year group. When a year group is oversubscribed, priority is given by the Local Authority’s Admissions Policy. All in-year applications must be made using In Year Application Form available from the London Borough of Richmond Admissions Department. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is the stage of education from birth to five. At The Russell School, this includes the Nursery and Reception years. In this time children learn through a play-based curriculum where they are allowed to talk, observe, plan, question, experiment, test, repeat, reflect and respond, independently, with peers or with adults. The EYFS provides children with the skills they need to progress onto Key Stage One which includes Year One and Year Two. The staff across these stages of development work closely together to ensure our children have the best possible experience of education right from the start. When your child starts at The Russell School, our priority is to ensure that they feel safe, secure, and happy in their new surroundings. As school becomes more familiar and your child gains confidence, they will settle into their new environment and routines very quickly and begin to have fun learning. Parents and staff must work closely together to ensure that the transition from nursery to the reception or from another school or setting is successful we are all involved in helping our children to become enthusiastic and effective learners. We will keep you informed of your child’s learning through Curriculum Information Sheets every half term. You will also be given opportunities to see their Learning Journals during the year at our regular half-termly Learning Looks. These include examples of work and photographs that the children have produced. There are three parents' evenings spread across the year, however, you can request a meeting with the class teacher at any convenient time or catch them for a chat at the end of the day. We always have time to listen. If we are concerned about your child’s behavior or progress we will request a meeting with you. Our Nursery is part of our Foundation Stage. The Nursery has its classroom and an outdoor area which they share with Reception Class. Children can join the Nursery from September after they are three years old and will go to Reception Class the September after they turn four. They will attend a morning session which is three hours and can choose to remain in school for lunchtime and the afternoon as paid, wrap-around play sessions. We also offer some 30 free-hours places. The Nursery children are taught the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum by a team of dedicated staff including a teacher and teaching assistants. These adults will help and guide the children to take steps in their learning throughout their time in the Nursery. The Nursery is led by the Early Years Foundation Stage Leader who works closely with the Nursery staff. Children in the Nursery are included in many aspects of main school life. They take part in whole school activities such as sports day, special days, and themed weeks. They attend some assemblies and perform in a Christmas production. They are also very closely linked with our Reception Class. The children learn through play and are prepared for the next steps in their learning when they will continue their Foundation Stage development into their Reception year. Reception is a continuation and development of the learning that has taken place at Nursery whether they attend The Russell School Nursery or another feeder Nursery. The children have their own classroom space and an outdoor area which they share with the Nursery. The class is staffed with a dedicated teacher and a teaching assistant, with a maximum of 30 children. The children will work on all of the areas of the EYFS and will be encouraged to become more independent. They will complete some slightly more structured activities than they would have encountered in the Nursery but will still gain most of their knowledge and skills through play. Children in Reception become more involved with the rest of the school and begin to attend more assemblies. They take part in a Christmas production and are more involved with themed activities and sports day. They will also have playtimes and lunchtimes with the other children in the school. View full school

The Royal School is wholly committed to whole-person education. Pupils acquire confidence by being encouraged into new experiences outside their comfort zone. Increased self-esteem accrues from successful participation in such activities. In light of this, as many extra-curricular activities as possible are offered by the staff at the school. The Royal School Armagh aims to provide its pupils with an education which in its wholeness will enable them to achieve their full potential in academic, social, moral, and spiritual terms. The values of the School, both implicitly and explicitly, reflect and are informed by the reformed tradition of the Christian faith. The School warmly welcomes the presence of pupils and staff of other Christian traditions, other world faiths, and those with no religious convictions. The Royal School, Armagh was founded in 1608 by James I. It has been regarded since then as one of the leading schools in Ireland and a school which achieves considerable academic success. The school is co-educational with modern facilities. The school welcomes children of all faiths and offers an excellent caring and learning environment of over 700 pupils from the ages of 5 to 18 with accommodation for 90 boarders including a new dedicated sixth form boarding facility which provides an effective transitional step between school and university. All pupils study for GCSE examinations and the vast majority continue to study for A-Levels and then progress to universities and colleges throughout the United Kingdom. Situated on 27 acres of grounds, it is close to the center of Armagh – an ancient city that is widely renowned for its cultural, sporting, and educational activities. Features of the city include two Cathedrals, a Planetarium, an Astropark, attractive open spaces, excellent leisure facilities, and fine Georgian buildings. Armagh is about 45 minutes from the Belfast airports and 1 hour and 20 minutes from Dublin Airport. Courses are offered in 24 GCSE subjects and 25 A-Level subjects. Facilities include science and technology laboratories/workshops, six computer suites, a lecture theatre, a study hall, a sixth form center, and a library. Every classroom has several networked PCs and most rooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards. School teams regularly participate in inter-school competitions and to a high level. Welcome to the Royal School, Armagh. The school’s original foundation in 1608 was “For the increase of learning and good manners”. This twin objective of promoting knowledge and building sound character remains today. Whilst each year our pupils achieve the highest levels of academic success in public examinations, we believe that a good education is about more than just gaining qualifications. A good education is about one’s character and the endeavor to be a positive influence on others. The willingness and ability to learn, to lead, to serve, and to build strong relationships are what enable a life to be well-lived. We believe that by developing a strong work ethic and holding a growth mindset our pupils will go on to flourish academically, morally, and socially. The school’s ethos is its characteristic spirit or culture and it is based upon Christian values, promoting and maintaining high standards of personal conduct, striving for the best possible individual achievement, caring for each other, and getting involved in school life. This is a school where tradition and progress go hand in hand, traditional values of hard work, good manners, and respect for self and others combine with forward-thinking learning and teaching practices to ensure our young people are equipped to succeed in the modern world. Pupils joining the school encounter consistent rules, role models, and traditions that help them quickly feel part of the Royal School community, take responsibility for themselves and each other, and make a positive contribution to school life. We work hard to ensure an effective pastoral system operates which, at its core, values each pupil for their uniqueness. We are influenced by the work of the German educationalist Kurt Han whose philosophy is centered on the conviction that schools should be infused with the ideals of: Democracy Service Environmentalism Leadership Adventure Internationalism Throughout this website and by following the school’s activities on Facebook or Twitter, we believe you will see these ideas in practice. For over four centuries the Royal School, Armagh has served as one of Ireland’s premier schools. Today it flourishes as a vibrant school community for pupils aged from 3 to 19. Pupils are drawn from in and around County Armagh and also much further afield through our large international boarding department which is a valued and integral part of the school. The Royal School has a membership of the prestigious Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference (HMC). This is an association that represents the Heads of the top 250 schools in the UK. Membership is accepted as a mark of excellence in education and is an indication of the high academic standards and commitment to whole-person education in the school. Having visited the website, you are welcome to visit the school please feel at liberty to make an appointment to see our facilities for yourself. View full school

As soon as visitors come to The Royal, they are struck by the warmth and family feel of the place where pupils are happy and successful. Academic excellence and a belief that outstanding pastoral care must underpin everything we do is a powerful combination in enabling that happiness and success. Innovation is at the core of The Royal’s history. It was one of the first schools opened to allow girls education and this sense of forward-thinking defines our co-educational school now. As an organization that purports modern ideas but is steeped in tradition and history, we are proud of our royal patronage and privileged to have Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as our Patron. We believe in the best in everyone and are dedicated to developing character in our young people. Our commitment is to ensure they are future-ready to thrive in this rapidly changing world. As a new member of United Learning, the school is embarking on some exciting developments with an ambitious building project that will see both Senior and Junior Schools united at the Hindhead site in the academic year. The accessible location, investment in state-of-the-art buildings, and sense of green, open space will make for an attractive and inspiring learning environment. Excellence is not only measured by strong A-Level grades and a prestigious university course but by the personal qualities that complement academic success. Worthwhile learning is often hard. Inspiring teaching is what gives access to difficult concepts and the thrill of intellectual discovery. We nurture and challenge each pupil to be the very best they can be. We focus on the individual, seeking to develop their talents and sparking their intellectual curiosity. We believe in a balanced approach to learning that combines academic excellence with the broader skills of resilience, caring, ambition and fun. We deliver education with character and our pupils graduate from The Royal School with the qualifications and experience they need to take up places at the highest-performing universities and enter careers that best suit their talents and interests. Each year, parents choose The Royal School for their children because we prepare young people to make a success of their lives: subject-based learning the development of talents and understanding of work and society and instilling in them a lifelong set of core values: Curiosity Courage Commitment Creativity Co-operation Compassion Confidence Our exceptional pastoral support and nurturing environment give our pupils the confidence to thrive in our changing world. Our Christian ethos encourages integrity, tolerance, and a sense of social responsibility in all. In becoming part of United Learning, we are joining a group that appreciates and promotes ‘education with the character’ this combination of academic success and the development of wider skills is something in which we believe strongly and which our excellent results demonstrate in full. The original Royal Naval School was founded as one of the earliest academic girls’ schools in England in 1840. The co-ancestor of The Royal School, The Grove School, was founded in the 1850s and was, equally, a pioneer in girls’ education. From the outset, the founders’ ambition was for the girls to become independent. There are specific reasons for this. In 1815 The Battle of Waterloo finally put an end to the Napoleonic Wars. In the following piece, the Navy was put on half or even quarter pay. Peace also brought an end to the long-established tradition of sharing the prize money of any captured ships. As the Navy had been at war pretty well non-stop since the 1770s, the potential for Senior Officers to become wealthy and to set themselves up as country gentlemen had become established. The peace brought significant change in their way of life. After Waterloo, many Naval Officers found themselves in financial difficulty. They were able to send their young sons from age 9 upwards to sea as mid-shipmen where they would gain an education and valuable experience. Their daughters, however, were in a more difficult position. They were too high up the social scale to engage in any menial work to earn their living but too poor to attract the attention of eligible husbands. Admiral Jahleel Brenton, Admiral Sir Thomas Williams, and Captain Hon. Francis Maude established The Royal Naval Female School as it was then known, specifically to provide a sound education that would enable the girls to go out into employment almost certainly as teachers and governesses. The school was founded for the daughters and sisters of Naval and Marine Officers. Queen Victoria and the Queen Dowager were among the first subscribers and from the outset the School has enjoyed the great privilege of the patronage of The Queen. Our Patron, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, opened the QEII Sixth Form building in 1989 and our Royal Presidents in recent years have been loyal supporters. In 1975 Princess Anne inherited the Presidency from her uncle, Lord Mountbatten of Burma, after whom one of our teaching buildings is now named. Princess Anne has visited the School regularly, with her most recent visit for Prize Day in 2017. The Princess Anne Sports Hall was opened by her in 1986. The Royal School’s motto Per Aspera Ad Astra – Through Challenge to the Stars – is another legacy from the Royal Naval School. Our inheritance from The Grove School is interesting in terms of its intellectual adventurousness right from the start a thorough education was offered. Certainly, the founder Mrs. Lacey was devoted to the cause of women’s education at a time when it was generally considered of minor importance. The Laceys were, indeed, deeply committed both to education and the Christian faith the name frequently appears through succeeding generations within The Grove records and beyond, in educational and missionary service abroad. Apart from lessons in their establishment, extension classes at the University College of Nottingham - opened in 1881 – were well attended by both teachers and pupils. From the outset, the school combined a significant commitment to charity work among disadvantaged girls in London with academic ambition. A number of its pupils were amongst the earliest female students at Oxford and Cambridge. The second Headmistress, Miss Lacey, who took over from her mother, Mrs. Lacey, achieved a first-class degree in Modern History in the 1890s. It was not until the 1920s when Oxford formally decided to confer degrees on female pupils, that Miss Lacey was among the number of middle-aged people whose academic achievements were finally recognized. The Royal Naval School and The Grove School joined together in 1995 to create an exceptional school in this area. The school joined United Learning in November 2019 and we are delighted to be moving forward within the United Learning group. We believe that the principles of our founders, intellectual vigor, care for others, and independence remain the core values of The Royal School. Our founder schools were among the very first to take the education of girls seriously. We are grateful for their courage, ambition, and prescience. They give strength to our present and inspiration to our innovations, which will take us confidently into the future. View full school

Provide opportunities to develop spiritual awareness and an understanding of the importance of active personal contributions in solving the problems of a diverse and challenging world Young people require integrity to make good decisions in life, based on positive values such as honesty and respect. Values assist in the development of character and the social and personal development of our young people. To assist this, RMS adopts a Values-based approach to education that spans both the academic and personal aspects of school life. Resilience and reciprocity in learning are complemented by cultivating commitment and participation as aspirational goals for pupils in their personal lives. The RMS Values Programme which is embedded in the School's ethos was developed with the original aim of making the traditional values of the School more overt and meaningful. They are present in the lives of all those who work within the RMS community. There are nine core values, one for each month of the school year Respect, Participation, and Compassion in the first term. Courage to Challenge Oneself, Responsibility and Perseverance in the second term and Honesty, Commitment and Tolerance in the third term. They are the focus for assemblies and form time during the month and students who demonstrate putting them into action in their daily life are recognized and rewarded. Each month a form in Year 8 or 9 is responsible for compiling a video, slideshow, or poster for the Value of the Month, which is displayed around the School on TV screens. View full school

Royal Liberty is a successful school providing an excellent education for boys aged between 11-16. The achievement of boys is important to us and we believe that through learning together boys can excel. We are proud to have been recognized by Ofsted as a ‘good’ school in 2009 and again in 2013. We offer an education that is exciting and challenging for our students. Our commitment is to ensure each one of our students can become a young man who will shape the future of whatever community in which he lives. Our expectations are high. Students are encouraged to work hard, to be determined, and to recognize the value of striving hard for whatever they want to achieve in their lives. We believe in empowering our students so that they can become independent, creative, successful young men. We expect our students to treat each other with respect and to develop an understanding of people whose beliefs and culture are different from their own. To be a growth mindset community where ambition, hard work, and resilience make success for all a reality. Boys are more successful when they learn together. They thrive in an environment in which they are allowed to develop confidence, individuality, and independence. Boys at Royal Liberty succeed because they are inspired to learn, challenged to exceed expectations, and encouraged to persist in the face of adversity. All of our staff work together with students to overcome any barriers to success. We are ambitious for our students and this empowers our students to believe that with hard work persistence and determination they can achieve their goals. Our students learn in an environment firmly rooted in an ethos of respect, understanding, and empathy for others. Our students today are learning to be the young men of the future. At Royal Liberty School, we aim to provide our students with a curriculum that enables them to achieve high academic standards. Students are encouraged to be creative, independent learners. In lessons, they are given opportunities to reflect on their learning. Through regular assessment, teachers guide them into exploring what they have achieved and how they can extend their understanding. Set on one attractive site, the school's historic grade 2 listed main building along with its modern Technology block, Modern Foreign Languages & Art block, Music & Drama block, and pavilion create a magnificent blend of the past with the present. With plenty of open space, playing fields, and manicured memorial gardens, our students enjoy a beautiful and comfortable learning environment. We take great pride in the appearance of our school and developing state-of-the-art facilities to meet the needs of our students. We are committed to achieving high standards for all our students. Our expectations of students are high in terms of academic achievement and personal behavior. As a relatively small secondary school, we believe that we have the opportunity to know each of our students as individuals. Respect for other people is one of our core values and this contributes to a strong school community. Students here are encouraged to take on leadership roles and responsibilities from an early age. We have a strong program of extra-curricular activities and expect our students to make a positive contribution to school life. View full school

The Royal High School is one of the oldest schools in Scotland and we are very proud of our history. We are situated in the west of Edinburgh and are a fully comprehensive, non-denominational high school. We deliver courses at every level up to Advanced Higher and pride ourselves in supporting all learners to achieve at the highest level possible. We believe in providing an excellent and innovative education for our young people which best prepares them for their destination of choice post-school. In addition, we offer a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities to learners. These pages will hopefully provide a flavor of the vibrancy of life in The Royal High School. The Royal High School supports every young person to achieve and attain their very best. We respect individuality and celebrate diversity. We provide opportunities for success through a variety of curricular and extra-curricular options and pathways. We encourage creativity and support our young people to build the skills and resilience they need for the future. We dare to aspire to be the very best we can be. We belong to our school and we are very proud of our tradition and heritage. Our overall aim at The Royal High School is to provide each pupil the opportunity to develop his or her talents and abilities. As parents, you will naturally wish for the best for your child. We, too, share that wish for personal achievement and our efforts are directed towards your child’s education in the widest sense. We want to provide the best possible academic education, but we are also concerned with developing a wide range of personal qualities and skills. Above all, we seek to encourage and support your child’s development into a socially responsible and independent young person. The school will play a major part in achieving these aims, but effective education depends on a partnership between home and school. To realize this partnership, we actively encourage you as parents to take a full and positive interest in your child’s education and to pursue this interest through events such as Parents' Meetings or direct personal contact. An important theme of the school is participation. We encourage our pupils to identify with the school, to be proud of its reputation, and to be involved in the life of the school. We hope that you as a parent will also take an active interest in the life and affairs of the school. The Royal High School is one of the oldest schools in Scotland. It has a unique, long-established history with a record of success and excellence. However, the reputation of the school does not just depend upon its history. The Royal High School of today enjoys an excellent reputation because of its current record of success and achievement in many areas. You will naturally have a range of questions and anxieties concerning your child’s transfer from primary to High School and we hope that this handbook will help to address some of these questions. In line with other Edinburgh schools, our handbook has information about an educational provision in Scotland and Edinburgh generally, as well as in The Royal High School, although we have tried to provide as much practical information about the school as possible. We hope that you find it useful, but if you have any questions, or would like any further information on any aspect of the school or the education of your child, please do not hesitate to contact me. View full school

The Rowans School seeks to provide a broad curriculum in which all pupils can develop a love of learning and reach a high standard according to their ability. This is done within a stimulating, creative, happy, caring, and respectful environment where pupils are encouraged and motivated to try new challenges to reach their potential. We want to make the most of a child’s time with us and each child must leave with a grasp of core skills, concepts, and knowledge as well as self-respect and self-confidence. The Rowans School offers an excellent educational experience to both boys and girls aged between 3 and 7.We are situated on a quiet road in Wimbledon, with beautiful grounds and large landscaped gardens. We pride ourselves on providing a nurturing and welcoming start to school life, especially during those early years when key social skills and attitudes are acquired and developed for life. We have a long-standing reputation for academic and all-around excellence and every teacher takes great pride in the achievements of each child. The Rowans School is a co-educational independent school for children from the ages 3 to 7. The school aims to provide a dynamic and stimulating education for all. The Rowans is selective from Reception or above however places in Kindergarten are allocated on a ‘first come first served basis from our waiting list. Pupils may be registered for entry any time after birth. Registration is accepted in order, with siblings having priority. We welcome children for whom English is an additional language (EAL) and pupils with Special Educational Needs, and/or Learning Disabilities or EHC plans, providing that we believe we can offer them the support that they require. The best way to decide whether or not a school is right for you and your child is by visiting. Weekly show-rounds are held throughout the year during term time so that prospective parents can see the school in action. Tours are normally conducted by the Head Teacher or a senior member of staff. Booking is essential as places are limited. The EYFS has seven, inter-connected areas of learning and development. Three prime areas are particularly crucial for igniting children’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, and for building their capacity to learn, form relationships, and thrive. The main focus of the curriculum is to build solid academic foundations and encourage a love of learning. We prepare the children for the 7+ examinations to many of the local London Day schools. We have a successful track record of sending children to King's College Junior School, Colet Court, Shrewsbury House, Lady Eleanor Holles, Surbiton High, Wimbledon High, Feltonfleet, and Latymer, among others. We aim to reach a high standard according to each child's ability through a challenging, inspiring, and creative curriculum. We offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities both within the school day and after the school day has finished. Staff and external providers arrange clubs ranging from chess, dance, cookery, football to violin, arts and crafts, fencing, pottery, and drama club. We encourage all children from Reception upwards to try a new activity. We foster a nurturing, calm, and gentle atmosphere within the school marked by mutual respect between adults and children. Unkind actions or remarks and bullying of any kind are not tolerated. Teachers and teaching assistants spend much time talking, listening, and encouraging children to praise each other, to listen to each other, to take turns, and thereby develop confidence and a positive self-image. Should you have any concerns regarding your child’s pastoral care at school, please speak, in the first instance, directly to their class teacher. The Rowans School is committed to being a safe learning environment for all members of the extended school community. Each child is entitled to feel valued and respected, secure, and able to take full advantage of the learning opportunities presented every day. The school has referred to ‘Behaviour and Discipline in Schools (2014) and is aware of its duties under the Equality Act 2010, including issues related to pupils with special educational needs/disabilities. For children to achieve their best, it is vital that they understand how to behave, play and learn together in a considerate manner. To achieve this, we believe it is important that, children, staff, and parents value good behavior. In addition to the academic curriculum, we focus on instilling the importance of right, wrong, fairness, and tolerance. Children learn best when they are in a safe and supportive community when they are clear about what they are supposed to do and they are continually and consistently encouraged to do it. View full school

Welcome. We are a big colorful community-led place that’s here to organize whatever help’s needed around whoever comes through our Kirkdale doors. Alternative education for young people and adults, counseling, legal advice, loads of community stuff, a café that's also a history resource, a nursery, a gorgeous garden around the side, and a big space out the front for events. Plus we do advocacy for our communities and North Liverpool generally, doing our bit to help make life even better around here. All from a beautiful row of Georgian houses on Great Mersey Street. We’ve also got our great big folly standing in front of the houses to help you find us. At Rotunda we do alternative but very real education for teenagers and adults to help you be what you want to be and get where you want to go. When we say it’s ‘alternative’ we don’t mean in any way it’s not proper, far from it. But we all recognize that different people learn in different ways, and what suits some of us won’t suit us all. So here at Rotunda, we work with people individually and in small groups on education that we call ‘Alternative by Design’. That will help you learn in the ways that are best for you and that are helping many many people get real learning and qualifications. Qualifications that will help set you up for a lifetime of achievement - on your terms and in your way. And some of the learning we do here at Rotunda is for anyone interested in the history and future of living around here in North Liverpool. We are what’s called a Heritage Resource Centre, a place full of information, history, and learning tools for adults and children, for local history, and school and college projects. And simply for anyone who wants to come here and learn even just by dropping into our Garden Café, where stories of living here are on the walls all around you. Above all and everything else Rotunda is a place for you. A place where you can come to and rely on all sorts of reasons and things. A nursery for your pre-school children. We’ll look after them while they play and gently learn. While you’re here on a course or running something, or volunteering, or out at work, whatever. The nursery’s here to help you. Our Garden Café where you can drop, a cup of tea with friends or on your own, or talk with us about catering for your meetings or events. You could also talk to us about hiring some space here for whatever you’re putting on. And have a look at our gardens too, including space out in front. We regularly use these for community events. We think that gardening, volunteering and looking after somewhere beautiful is good for us all. Because Rotunda is for all of us. The people who work and volunteer with us, the people who live and work around here. Everyone. And if what you need doesn’t look like it’s in our stories, come and talk to us about it anyway. That’s how we make up what we do next, by listening to everyone who comes through our Kirkdale doors. Our alternative education for adults is about whatever people want or need, from formal qualifications to non-accredited awards, that’s all about learning and progress through the whole of your life. From belly dancing to science, through things like Neuro-Linguistic Programming and learning to play the ukulele. It’s never stuffy, is always fun and you’ll probably find new friends while you’re learning. View full school

We are a Catholic School in the heart of Birmingham, proud of the cultural and religious diversity within our school community. At the Rosary School, we believe we are all children of God, created in his image, and use these values to live, love, and learn together. Whatever the needs of your child and whatever special interests they have we aim to ensure your child thrives, feels safe, has fun, and enjoys success. Our school has a special devotion to both Our Lady and St Therese of Lisieux with our mission to show love for God in all we do. Teachers and support staff here show great dedication to the children, and we aim to make our curriculum lively, exciting, and full of challenges. We all work very hard to ensure the school is a vibrant and happy place where children will develop a lifelong love of learning to enable them to become conscientious, contributing citizens of the future. The Rosary Catholic Primary School provides an excellent standard of education, within a stimulating Catholic environment, by committed and caring professionals. Inclusion of all is our central goal based on our belief that we are all created in the image of God. The school was founded by and is part of the Catholic Church. The school is to be conducted as a Catholic School by the canon law and teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, and following the Trust Deed of the Archdiocese of Birmingham and in particular: Religious education is to be following the teachings, doctrines, discipline, and general and particular norms of the Catholic Church. Religious worship is to be under the rites, practices, discipline, and liturgical norms of the Catholic Church, and at all times the school is to serve as a witness to the Catholic faith in Our Lord Jesus Christ. Aims of the School: To develop each child’s religious formation, begun at home by widening it within the life and work of the school, in partnership with parents and the parish community. This is done by the teachings of the Catholic Church. We ensure that children know how to follow the example and teachings of Jesus. To create a happy and caring environment that fosters the intellectual, emotional, physical, and spiritual development of each child. To actively promote British values through our curriculum, enrichment opportunities, assemblies, and wider celebrations. To recognize that in actively promoting these values, it is necessary to challenge pupils, staff, and parents who could potentially express opinions contrary to these fundamental British values. To fully develop the talents of each child through a balanced curriculum and by providing work suited to individual needs. To promote concern, consideration, and respect for others regardless of race, culture, gender, or disability. To develop individuality, motivation ad independence enabling children to discover and recognize their strengths and limitations ad to set their own goals accordingly. To provide a curriculum that enables children to develop lively questioning minds, which they apply to all areas of the curriculum. To help children acquire skills that will develop a reverent, healthy, and safe adult lifestyle. View full school

We believe intellectual progress is more comprehensive and secure if it takes place in a culture that places a high value on individual worth, respect for others, and a sense of responsibility. We are committed to giving our pupils the kind of start in life which ensures that they grow to be happy, confident individuals who are intellectually discriminating and able to take advantage of the opportunities given to them. At The Roche School, we believe that ability and talent are not fixed entities and that through effort, practice, and great teaching, pupils become more competent in a given discipline. Our curriculum and setting system is focused on enriching and extending children based on their current ability. We offer enrichment opportunities both within and outside the classroom. In class, teachers use problem-solving, philosophical inquiry, and self-evaluation to deepen learning. Our curriculum is taught by inspiring teaching staff who work hard individually and collectively to ensure that pupils fully achieve their potential whilst they are with us. Attitudes to learning are important: we encourage pupils to enjoy challenges whether they are working together and independently. In academic subjects, we run small classes where children benefit from personal attention and support. We are proud of our strong academic record with pupils gaining places at top London secondary schools and encourage pupils to excel. Children equally enjoy having the opportunity to develop beyond the classroom by taking part in a wealth of extra-curricular activities which include further classes in art, dance, sport, music, and languages, often with specialist teachers. The atmosphere at the school is happy and polite, as our strong, values-based pastoral system emphasizes the importance of kindness and respect towards others The Roche provides a well-balanced curriculum that encourages pupils to excel in their academic subjects, sporting activities, and the arts. Besides helping them achieve their deserved results, our teaching engages children in the subject matter, leaving them impatient to know more and keen to ask questions. We are proud that Ofsted commended the children’s “outstanding progress” in their various subjects (2014). And we believe the pupils show such progress because we understand that ability and talent are not fixed entities through effort, practice, and great teaching, pupils can become more competent in a given discipline. Our small classes, curriculum, and setting system in certain subjects focus on helping the children perform better and feel more confident. When students come to the school, their English level is assessed. If the child needs support to successfully access the curriculum, they are taught one to three sessions a week, either individually or in a small group of 1:2 or 1:3 children. These sessions are taught by specialist teachers trained in teaching English as an Additional Language. The lessons aim to develop fluency in speaking, reading, and listening. Classes are multisensory and involve reinforcement through role-play, games, and activities. We use the Macmillan English World Series for core textbooks and additional resources are brought in as required. View full school

We believe it will give you an insight into our school and a great deal of useful information. The Ravensbourne School is a mixed comprehensive school with a thriving school population of over 1450. We are very proud of our students and invest all that we have in making our students and staff the best they can be. We believe in achievement: educating the whole person, developing all the talents that any individual may have. We aim to provide a seven-year journey to adulthood and equip young adults to be confident, full of self-esteem, and ready to take a lead part in the 21st Century. The Ravensbourne School is forward-looking, centralizing creativity and innovation in all that we do. We have a superb learning environment, excellent staff, and a real sense of community in which all thrive. The Governing Body works as a team and is at the heart of how the school operates. It is responsible for monitoring that the school provides good quality education and is continually raising educational standards. The Governing Body also encourages and supports effective ways of teaching and learning when reviewing the school aims and policies. This is done together with the headteacher, who is responsible for the day-to-day management of the school. In addition to the Governing Body’s main role of helping raise pupils’ standards of achievement, we also: support the school in its strategic direction are accountable for monitoring the performance of the school to parents and the wider community monitor that a balanced and broad curriculum is taught review how the school can encourage pupils’ spiritual, moral, and cultural development monitor that the school provides for all pupils including those with special needs oversee the implementation of policies on a wide range of school issues and monitor their effectiveness act as a ‘critical friend’, supporting and constructively challenging senior management by gathering views, asking questions, and discussing what’s best for the school At The Ravensbourne School, the Governing Body fulfills these roles through two meetings per term, covering: Staffing Building & Sites Finance/Audit Curriculum (including behavior and discipline) The Governing Body meets at the beginning of each academic year to review the priorities and strategies for the year ahead and to review the past year. There are also numerous ad-hoc meetings of other groups, working parties as required, and specific panels for various procedural reasons. View full school