Windlesham House School Review
Nestled in the stunning South Downs in West Sussex, Windlesham House School combines tradition and history which spans over a century with a progressive and innovative approach (a long held policy of no school uniform - within reason of course! - helps children feel relaxed in their home away from home.
This highly regarded prep school offers flexible boarding options for children in Years 3-8, provides exciting opportunities for girls and boys aged 4-13 and has consistently upheld a tradition of academic rigor, holistic development and a nurturing environment conducive to growth.
A popular choice for parents seeking a well-rounded education for their children, there are plenty of reasons that Windlesham House has been rated ‘Excellent’ by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) offering everything from a wide choice of academic subjects and languages to impressive extra-curricular activities and sports plus outstanding facilities.
Blending tradition with progressiveness, the wellbeing of each child here is paramount and a distinctive education offers a plethora of opportunities, from building dens and collecting chicken eggs to outstanding educational programs and exciting options for girls and boys looking for a prep education.
Curriculum
At Windlesham House, the curriculum is thoughtfully crafted to inspire intellectual curiosity while nurturing individual talents and is based on the National Curriculum and the ISEB Common Entrance curriculum with some additions and variations. Embracing a blend of traditional values and innovative teaching methods, the school ensures a comprehensive educational experience that goes beyond mere academics. From a strong foundation in core subjects to a diverse range of extracurricular activities, the curriculum fosters critical thinking, creativity, and personal growth.
Academic rigour and challenge are important and the School strives for all pupils to achieve their potential within a supportive environment where learning is creative, engaging and accessible. A unique ACE Habits for Learning – Active learner, Critical thinker and Explorer are embedded in all aspects of teaching and learning allowing children to develop essential skills and become independent learners.
The Windlesham House Diploma & Futures Programme is a bespoke two-year course followed by all pupils in Years 7 & 8. It is unique to Windlesham House and is designed to equip pupils with the skills and attributes required to flourish at senior school and beyond.
Sport and the arts
Recognising the importance of a balanced lifestyle, Windlesham House places great emphasis on sports and the arts. With state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated instructors, students have the opportunity to explore a myriad of sporting disciplines and artistic pursuits. Whether it's honing athletic skills on the playing fields or expressing creativity in the performing arts, every child is encouraged to discover their passions and excel in their chosen endeavors.
The School's view is that sports are all about games – and games should be fun! As such, there are opportunities for all pupils to play at their best and most appropriate level, whether at inter-house, inter-school, county or at national level. Core sports are football, girls football, rugby, hockey, netball, cricket, girls cricket, rounders, athletics, swimming and tennis. On top of these sports, the School offers badminton, basketball, dance and table tennis. Sports tours are a regular feature of the games programme, giving pupils the chance to experience competition and camaraderie. Exceptional sports facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sports hall, nine hole golf course, grass and hard courts and acres of pitches.
Windlesham’s art room is open for lessons, activity sessions and also free time study. There is a well stocked art library and a Studio where pottery, graphic design, silkscreen /lino printing, batik, silk painting, glass fusing and mosaic are taught. Between the two art rooms is a computer suite with access to resources for research and design. iPads are also available for pupils to use to develop their art projects.
The Design, Technology and Art department plays a major role in the School's activity programme, allowing each child to develop their creativity by giving them experience in a wide range of materials and techniques – from traditional skills to modern technological processes.
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