Mission and Community
Each school is driven by its own unique philosophy, values and approach providing a distinct community of parents, pupils and teachers working towards the same goals.
Independence
Independent schools are governed by a board of trustees. Independent schools do not have to conform to the national curriculum and therefore can flex their academic and enrichment offering to meet their pupils’ needs.
Academic Results
This freedom allows independent schools to nurture curiosity, encourage critical thinking and promote a love of learning that results in more pupils enrolling in advanced courses.
Individual Attention
Independent schools typically have lower staff to pupil ratios which encourages close relationships between staff, pupils and parents and a greater level of individual attention.
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Specialist Teachers
At all educational stages, including primary, there are subject specialists delivering lessons in their own areas of expertise.
Inclusiveness
Contrary to popular belief, independent schools are made up of a mix of abilities and backgrounds as varied as the pupils' personalities.
Wrap-around Care
Independent schools offer a longer day combined with after-school care which is a great support to working parents.
Pastoral Care
Pastoral care is about the whole community knowing how to get the most from each pupil both academically and emotionally.
Facilities
Not all independent schools have the same facilities, but they usually provide lots of outdoor space and frequently beautiful and inspirational surroundings, along with dedicated science and art rooms, IT suites and sports facilities.