James Allen’s Girls’ School on growing confidence
JAGS Head of Junior SchoolVictoria Goodson and Head of Pre-PrepElizabeth Channon on how its community-focused and specialist approach develops forward-looking and confident studentsJAGS offers specialist teaching from earliest years. How does this help to develop both curiosity and strong learners?Our pupils arecurious and enthusiastic learners who show passion for new knowledge from the…
Hurst College on the importance of expanding minds
Hurst College discusses its extensive intellectual programme to help students go above and beyond the syllabus and build knowledge for future successOffering an extensive intellectual programme is key to the development of students as rounded and accomplished individuals. At Hurst College, students of all ages can access a wide range of activities, including talks with visiting speakers,…
Out to play
The right to play outside, on the street where you live, is a campaign with momentum – and it's not only good for children, but for parents and neighbourhoodsHow many times have you heard talk about the way things used to be when it came to play? In that far off world – before soft play and activity centres were even a thing – children would just head outside and get on with it. This is where…
Focus on Wycliffe College / Breadth of opportunity
A peaceful Cotswolds location and wraparound care make Wycliffe College a first choice for local, military and international families alike – and it’s a vibrant and welcoming place to grow and learn. Absolutely Education finds out moreWords: Libby NormanThere’s something refreshing about Wycliffe College. It has independent-school history and traditions, but it wears them lightly. Indeed,…
Frances King on the Danish approach to education
The former head of Mill Hill, Roedean and Heathfield Frances King on the Danish approach to education“I hope you are all doing great and spreading KAOS everywhere.” This was the greeting sent by course creator Simon Kavanagh to the alumni of the three-day workshop I attended this spring which advertised itself as aiming to disrupt the thinking of those attending. The workshop was run by…
Is there a careers aspiration gap?
Are young people realistic about the job pathways that are most likely to be available to them? Absolutely Education spoke to school careers specialistsA news report at the beginning of last year suggested that young people aspire to careers that are the least attainable. The story, reported by the BBC, focused on research by the charity Education and Employers – 'Disconnected: Career…
Focus: Sevenoaks School, Kent
Absolutely Education visits Sevenoaks School in Kent, a place with a long tradition of cherishing innovation and academic excellenceWhen you visit Sevenoaks School it looks and feels like the very model of modernity, yet it has a foundation date (1432) that puts it firmly within the super-league of historic English schools. The aura is contemporary – certainly comfortably 21st-century…
The benefits of a co-educational school experience
The co-educational experience has many benefits for both genders. Although there is no significant difference between the academic achievements of students in a co-ed or same-sex environment, there are many other benefits of a co-educational school experience which should be considered.Teaches equality The ancient Greek philosopher, Plato, said that co-education creates a feeling…
Rosemead Prep on learning to inspire
Rosemead Head Graeme McCafferty, and Head of Pre-Prep Lisa Meredith-Bennett, on how the school’s ethos, values and personalised approach to education inspire learners to pursue their passions and build strong foundations for future successCan you explain more about Rosemead’s history and development over the years?Rosemead can trace its foundations back to the 1930s and its history and…
Why the right learning environment is so important for young children
If you're looking at nursery or pre-prep schools, you have probably signed up for several open days. Visiting a variety of schools will help you make an informed decision about the right learning environment for your child. Open day events provide you with the opportunity to meet the school’s leadership team, teachers and current students, while also getting a close-up view of the classrooms,…