Question 1

Academic

Accepted Answer

We value the opportunities that the College makes available to pupils, to staff, to parents and to OGs in shaping the community.We value our staff who contribute to the lives of our pupils in all roles.We balance traditional values and the heritage of 175 years with an innovative approach to the curriculum, addressing the needs of a rapidly-changing world.We recognise the value of seeking the highest quality in all we do, including excellence in teaching and raising the ambitions of our pupils.

Question 2

Pastoral

Accepted Answer

In a welcoming and diverse community, we prepare pupils for the future and envelop them in safe, supportive, warm care where they thrive and are happy.The best of our experience comes from boarding but day pupils are involved and welcomed.Our pupils become confident and purposeful; they think, inspire others and collaborate.

Question 3

Co-Curricular

Accepted Answer

Pupils choose from and actively participate in a programme offering a rich range of meaningful opportunities.Our location offers extraordinary activities and high-quality coaching is provided in a wide range of areas.Our programme functions as a vehicle for teaching soft skills which are otherwise so hard to learn; through activities, pupils hone skills which develop competence and, in turn, become confident and capable young people.

Question 4

Co-Curricular

Accepted Answer

Our pupils become confident and purposeful; they think, inspire others and collaborate. The best of our experience comes from boarding but day pupils are involved and welcomed. In a welcoming and diverse community, we prepare pupils for the future and envelop them in safe, supportive, warm care where they thrive and are happy.

Question 5

Pastoral

Accepted Answer

Dynamic teaching, informed by evidence and best practice is at the core of what we do. We recognise all pupils are different and want every pupil to be confident. We will help them achieve to the best of their ability with excellence in teaching and support. We have outstanding teaching staff who are closely involved in life outside the classroom, giving pupils freedom to grow whilst being supported by staff who know them well.