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A refreshingly different education T


he staff at Frensham Heights are often asked what makes the school different. On the


surface, some look at the non-uni- form and first-name terms: the head is Andrew to everyone, not sir or head- master. Tat’s part of it, but in reality it’s giving students an opportunity to express themselves, develop their talents and grow. One of the things that will strike


you about Frensham is that the rela- tionship between teacher and student is one that’s based on mutual respect. It’s about teachers understanding a student’s point of view, talking actively about the issue at hand and remaining fair and kind. Tis engen- ders a more rewarding and fulfilling experience and best prepares students for life beyond Frensham. Relationships between students


mirror those between teachers and students. Instead of the traditional student hierarchy, all students are encouraged to have a voice. Rather than prize-giving and badges, recog- nition is just part of Frensham Heights.


It does this through thoughtful and personalised acknowledgement of each and every positive contribution. Frensham Heights has a culture


that says come and be you. Get better — be braver, fail, learn. Families who visit Frensham leave feeling invig- orated by the way it educates, the progressive culture and the exciting and driven young people the students become: confident, open-minded and well-equipped for the modern world. Its community is important, with


everyone supporting each other to calm social pressures while instilling self-belief and ambition. By the time they take their exams, students not only know they matter but they also want to do their best, not for their parents or the school, but for them- selves. Tis is incredibly powerful — if you value who you are, you’re more likely to be successful. Set within a beautiful environment


with amazing facilities, Frensham is a different style of school for families who want a well-rounded child, who’s confident both in their own skin and their own mind.


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Building resilience through outdoor adventure I


n a post-pandemic climate of uncertainty and mental health concerns for young people,


nurturing an optimum blend of phys- ical, social, cognitive and emotional learning is important in childhood. Tis is where brain growth is most


prolific and a toolkit of skill sets such as creativity, communication, collab- oration and critical thinking can be fostered to help children adapt to the challenges of today and oriented to help them face the demands of tomorrow. For 40 years, Kingswood has placed


outdoor adventure education and these learning outcomes at the core of everything it does, utilising the latest research to ensure its programmes continue to bolster young people with confidence, resilience and life skills.


Building confidence and resilience Whether it’s a child’s first time away from home, an exhilarating outdoor adventure, or exposure to nature, Kingswood’s award-winning resi- dential experiences can build skills and memories that


last a lifetime.


Giving youngsters the freedom to play and work with others can help cultivate the skills they need to face challenges, particularly on tasks


requiring attention, working memory and collaboration. “Te cadets have gained so much


from being here, gelling the ship’s company by strong bonds of


team-


work and helping those less confident to push themselves further,” says the group leader of Kendal Sea Cadets, who attended Dearne Valley in June 2023.


Skills for life and the classroom Trough curriculum linked, carefully curated itineraries that combine real- life learning, nature-based adventure and shared experiences, Kingswood’s programmes are designed to ignite a child’s sense of purpose and passion which can support wider learning. As an individual, a child can develop life-affirming skills such as curi- osity,


imagination, open-minded-


ness and out-of-the-box thinking. In the realm of childhood, this is where such skills are born, devel- oped and thrive well beyond their formative years.


Backed by research Kingswood’s programmes are informed by research in sports pedagogy and adventure education, so it’s confident about its positive impact. A recent evaluation of its


Make a booking enquiry at kingswood.co.uk/book or call T: 0800 655 6564. Tere are 11 locations across the UK with programmes suitable for schools and groups of all ages.


*‘NCST Winter Residential Skills Programme Impact Analysis’ by Dr John Allan, Head of Learning and Impact, Inspiring Learning with Dr Adele Doran, Sheffield Hallam University and Dr Ruan Jones, Cardiff Metropolitan University. Published June 2023


Report available via the website: kingswood.co.uk/post/skills4life-impact-analysis School who Colomendy in June 2022.


Skills4Life programme showed that participants experienced increases in resilience (36%) and psychological wellbeing (23%), and 80% of students reported being more confident in meeting new people. “Tank you for a brilliant time. Te


children will carry their memories with them in their hearts forever,” says a teacher at St Winefride’s Catholic Primary


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