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Promotional Content • Saturday 8th February 2025 How to Grow a Garden
Frances Tophill, one of the UK’s favourite gardeners, takes young readers on an adventure through 20 diff erent gardens, exploring everywhere from a vegetable garden to a tropical glass house
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Pupils who have found mainstream education challenging are supported to develop and achieve their best at Slindon College
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he college has been recognised as a sector leader in pastoral care recently, winning the
Independent Schools Association Award for Excellence and Innovation in Mental Health and Wellbeing. Judges commented on the school’s innovative new ‘Learning Energy’ scheme: “T is is a new way of encour- aging pupils to self-regulate and self-calibrate their learning energy. Slindon College is at
the forefront
of excellence and innovation in promoting mental health and well- being and is a sector leader.” In addition to core subjects
taught, the curriculum off ers animal care studies, engineering, motor mechanics and specialist music and drama lessons. A range of enrichment
activities include Greenpower electric car racing, forest school and archery. Slindon College benefi ts from an
extensive and highly skilled learning support team with in-house occupational
T therapists, speech
and language therapists and specialist literacy and numeracy teachers.
SLINDON COLLEGE
Slindon College is an independent day and boarding school off ering an award-winning specialist learning environment for boys aged eight to 18. The next open morning is on Saturday 1 March, register via the website.
slindoncollege.co.uk E:
registrar@slindoncollege.co.uk Slindon College, Arundel, West Sussex BN18 0RH
ow to Grow a Garden show- cases more than 100 plants and shares tips on how to
garden in every season, off ering inspi- ration for gardeners of all ages. A glossary of key terms at the
back makes this the perfect book for budding gardeners looking to dive into the world of plants. Readers will explore:
• T e Tropical House fi lled with huge green leaves and bright fl owers
• T e Ancient Woodland, home to towering trees and hidden wildlife
• T e Rock Garden, where plants adapt to grow on the sheer surfaces
• T e Soil, a secret world that’s teeming with microscopic life
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The Transformational Years
After 175 years, Orley Farm School remains even more committed to the transformational impact of Years 7 and 8 than ever before
Orley Farm School also off ers a huge
range of extracurricular activities tailored to this age group. Its pupils have more time to explore interests in sports, arts, music and academia, helping them develop well-rounded skills and even discover passions they can carry into senior school. It might not be the most common
route, but it’s defi nitely one of the most
B
eing able to navigate the move from childhood into adulthood in a setting where
you’re known, have found your voice and are valued and recognised for your unique contributions as a senior member of the community is transformational. At the age of 11, many children are
still in the early stages of developing emotional resilience and social skills. T e additional two years at Orley Farm School allows them to form stronger relationships with peers and mentors in a supportive environment, which can signifi cantly enhance their self esteem and readiness for life beyond. Pupils here gain an extra two
years to develop real academic curi- osity through the unique curric- ulum. T ey’re more mature and enjoy ‘mentoring’ relationships with adults, often leading to smoother transitions and stronger performances in public exams and beyond.
rewarding. For families who
choose it, the benefi ts are clear: a well- rounded education, tailored support and opportunities to grow academ- ically and personally. So, if you’re considering options for your child’s next step, don’t overlook the power of 13-plus. It might just be the perfect fi t — and Orley Farm School has 175 years’ worth of expertise in it!
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scape to nature and rejuvenate your body at Scenic Sauna, a hidden woodland retreat in the
heart of the Cotswolds. T is secluded sanctuary off ers a beautiful Finnish barrel sauna with breathtaking views — plus the invigorating benefi ts of three temperature-controlled ice baths, relax- ation spaces and a bespoke wellness studio full of complimentary classes and workshops to send you deeper into prac- tised peace. Contrast therapy — alternating
between hot and cold exposure — can boost circulation, reduce infl ammation
and enhance mental clarity. T e deep heat of the sauna promotes muscle relaxation and detoxifi cation, while a plunge into the precisely chilled ice bath can stimulate endorphins and accelerate recovery. T e result? A profound sense of wellbeing, both physically and mentally. Beyond the sauna, Scenic Sauna hosts regular yoga and breathwork classes, designed to complement the benefi ts of heat and cold therapy. Whether you’re deepening your prac-
Scenic Sauna – the Cotswolds’ best-kept wellness secret
Discover the power of heat, cold,
movement and breath in the Cotswolds. Relax, rejuvenate, renew.
tice, learning new relaxation techniques or simply unwinding in nature, these sessions can help cultivate balance and mindfulness. Also on off er are day retreats and special wellness events including monthly full moon socials, bringing together expert practitioners for guided experiences designed to nourish the body and mind.
Book now at
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