Education watch
Headmaster Andrew Colpus at St Joseph’s College is shortlisted
in the iExcellence awards It has been revealed that Andrew Colpus, Headmaster of St Joseph’s College, has been shortlisted in the iExcellence awards. The judges have considered and deliberated all of the nominations and have decided upon the shortlist of 25 leading influencers and innovators in the independent school sector who have made an impact in some way. Andrew Colpus, Headmaster of St Joseph’s College, said: “I am delighted to be shortlisted for this award, which I feel acknowledges the development and growth which has taken place across the College. Whilst I am named as Headmaster, I feel being shortlisted is very much a result of everyone’s contribution – staff, pupils and parents.” The winners will be revealed at a gala dinner at the Waldorf Hilton on Thursday 21st March.
In other news, this February the school is also excited to be launching its new monthly Stay and Play mornings, ideal for anyone considering St Joseph’s College Prep School
for their child. The sessions are open to two year olds with a parent or carer, and offer an opportunity for children to play, sing, hear stories and have lots of fun exploring their fabulous Early Years Centre and garden. Booking is essential as places are limited. T: 0118 984 6909 W:
www.sjcr.org.uk
Caversham Preparatory School offers
an exceptional education on every level At Caversham Preparatory School pupils make ‘Exceptional’ progress across the school and achieve well in all subjects. The standards in oracy, literacy and numeracy are exceptionally high and children achieve highly in relation to their starting points (ISI Report). Their children were recently offered 7 Scholarships to Independent Schools and 5 Grammar School places, from a class of 16 children. In the past, children have been awarded scholarships for Art, Music, Performing Arts, All-Round and ICT and they offer on average 25 clubs per term. They have an Ensemble, Choir and Music Club and currently 70% of their children take Lamda lessons. They also have an active sports calendar. A Year 6 child told the Inspection Team that “this is a perfect school and I wouldn’t want to change a thing about it.” Why not browse their website and book a visit to see for yourself? T: 0118 947 8684 W:
www.cavershamschool.com
Queen Anne’s prepares girls for life
way beyond the school gates Queen Anne’s School is an independent boarding and day school for girls aged 11-18 renowned for academic success alongside outstanding pastoral care and an award-winning Sixth Form centre, located in Caversham, Berkshire. Students will excel and achieve at the school through first-class teaching, education clinics and co-curricular opportunities. The school delivers a high quality all-round education, together with a positive approach to learning that guides the girls to become ever more self-assured and prepared for life after school. To see for yourself, join them for their next Open Morning on Friday 8th March, tours start at 9.30am. W:
www.qas.org.uk
Luckley House School celebrates their
Centenary year with bluebells Spring has come early to Luckley House School in Wokingham! The school grounds have been flooded with 100 stunning, specially commissioned metal bluebells to mark the school’s Centenary year (1918-2018). Jane Tudor, Head, said: “Bluebells are a strong memory for all of the school community, whether their memories are from the 20th or 21st century. Every spring, Luckley’s woodland bursts into a sea of bluebells, symbolising hope, life and growth, and that is why we have adopted the flower as the symbol of our Centenary.” The bluebells will be in situ throughout the academic year. At the end of that time, families and friends of the school will have the opportunity to own one of the 1m high stems that have been produced by Paul Cox, master craftsman, sculptor and graduate of the Royal Academy Schools, London. You can find out more about the school’s centenary celebrations on their website. W:
www.luckleyhouseschool.org
Examberry 11+ Tuition offer excellent
tuition and an exceptionally high pass rate Examberry are 11+ specialists with a passion for having the very best course structure and materials, leading to an exceptionally high pass rate. Examberry shy away from the traditional school structure with large classes and rote learning, by running small friendly classes (max eight children) with a dedicated qualified tutor. This encourages individual attention whilst ensuring a little healthy competition. Children are given homework, answer videos, spelling and vocab books, test papers and much more. They have 11+ Classes, Mock Exams, Summer Revision Courses and 11+ Test Papers and locations are in Ealing, Slough, Hounslow, Teddington, New Malden & Kingston. The Examberry team includes Oxbridge tutors and highly qualified staff. In addition, they sponsor talented and gifted children from their charitable bursary fund and also support local schools with fundraising programmes. W:
www.examberry.com
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