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independent option with an exceptional pediuree.


C L I T H E R O E ' S Moorland School is an


HAPPY SCHOOL THAT CARES


educational excellence in a earing environment, with the accent still firmly on the basics: mathematics, English and science.


It has a reputation for


An advertising feature by Vivien Meath


happy school, with hun­ dreds of satisfied past More importantly, it is a pupils and their parents


bearing witness to the suc­ cess of traditional teaching techniques, successfully combined with the devel­ opment of self-expression,


two to lti years flourish and thrive within the family atmosphere preva­ lent on the 15-acre com­ plex. Many pupils are con­ tinuing a family tradition in attending Moorland School, others are there due to the school’s reputa­ tion as one of the best small independents in the county.


A MAGNIFICENT new sports hall dominates


showers and toilets for boys and girls, including a disabled facility, lead ofl.


a large, airy classroom, which is to be utilised for art.


OF BLACKBURN LTD Cooked meat


suppliers of frozen foods manufacturers and


Moorland School on their new Sports Hall


Would like to congratulate


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Moorland School has no need to return to busies, because it lias never left t he m — and th a t includes the benefits of sport in the school’s new sports hull (above). Pictured right is the bright, airy classroom above the ball which is to be used for a r t lessons


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the best for the future and success In their new Gymnasium


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Suppliers of Agricultural and Industrial Steel Framed Buildings wish MOORLAND SCHOOL Good Luck for the future


All Excavation Work Done By Above the sports hall is


radiant tubes controlled by sensors, which are acti­ vated by anyone using the facility. In addition, spa­ cious changing rooms,


enables a wide range of sporting activities, includ­ ing five-a-side football, badminton, basketball, netball and tennis to take place. It is heated by quartz


all been involved in the project. The b u i ld in g now


Harrison, members of the PTA, pupils and staff have


Moorland School's exten­ sive lawned grounds. Proprietors Mr and Mrs


New sports hall


adds to excellent facilities


paid tribute to the support received through the school’s active Parent- Teacher A ssociat ion. chaired bv Mr Roger Tat- tersall, and from pupils, who responded enthusias­


massive undertaking for such a small school, made even more difficult by the very wet conditions which prevailed through most of the building work last year. Mr and Mrs Harrison


The project has been a


great deal of practical advice from local busi­ nesses and from the Kib­ ble Valley Council's plan­ ning department, say Mr a n <


tically with a wide range of sponsored activities. The school received a


expressing their thanks to evervone involved in a very successful project.


I2(lft. by fiOft. and is 20ft. high. In the past, ram has led to manv of the school’s


The building measures 1 M rs H a r r i s o n ,


part in attracting pupils and the notion that those attending the school are purely the sons and daugh­ ters of affluent individuals from homes in which money is no object is no longer reality.


Word of mouth plays its


competitive sporting acti­ vities being cancelled at very short notice, a situa­ tion which will no longer be necessary.


The sports hall will be


opened officially on May 22nd at the school’s May Fair by a leading sports personality.


are invited to what is expected to be a tradi­ tional celebration with a Victorian theme, incor­ porating old customs, crafts, country dancing round the maypole, a bar­ becue and, possible, a Mav queen.


Members of the public


a creche throughout the day, from noon until -1 p. in.


Moorland School nur- sei.v stafl will be operating


cation has certainly suf­ fered and a growing num- b e r of p a r e n ts a re increasingly choosing inde­ pendent schools.


forego holidays, new homes, cars and, in some cases, take on extra work in order to ensure that their children have a good, traditional stimulating education, providing a solid investment and foun­


dation for their tuture, cementing values which will remain with them for the rest of their lives. Fulfilment of each indi­


There are parents who


have been enormous dur­ ing the past three decades, with well-intentioned reformers eliminating many basic aspects. Edu­


Changes in education


leadership skills and good manners. Pupils from the age of


vidual’s potential is a key part of this school’s frame­ work and does not only mean acquiring good examination results — although usually more than l?,c/i of pupils achieve GCSEs of grade C or above and over half obtain seven or more passes.


a large country mansion in an idyllic rural setting, within 10 minutes walk of the centre of Clitheroe.


The school radiates from


are 42 boarders. Day pupils are welcome to stay at school for tea and do ■ their homework under supervision if necessary, leaving parents secure in the knowledge that their


Among the ISO pupils


vides continuity of educa­ tion and stability, with an excellent teaching staff and small classes to ensure that all children achieve their full potential. It has well-equipped


children are safe. Children can also stay overnight in order that business trips etc. can be taken by both parents. The school proudly pro­


repeated throughout the school and, externally, on the new sports hall.


ing family environment nestling within the ver­ dant Kibble Valiev.


tainly reflects the attitude of all involved in this car­


Harrison is currently interviewing for pupil places for September and further details are avail­ able from the school (0200 23S:»). “Work conquers all” cer­


Principal Mrs Janet


Pupils thrive on a family framework


SIX years ago, John and Janet Harrison took over as principals of Moorland School, Clitheroe.


tion to anyone wanting to know more about the school to visit. A warm welcome is assured.


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Moorland School


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success in the future Mrs A. Rhodes


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Wish Moorland School all the best and every success.


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MOORLAND MOORLAND SCHOOL Principal Mrs J. Harrison B.A. (hons) F.R.S.A. C L ITHEROE ‘, # 0 « O m n i a v " * C


Independent Co-Education Day, weekly and full boarding school in 15 acre grounds comprising Nurserv Junior & Senior Departments, Transport available from all areas.


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hour, seven day-a-week commitment which they both thoroughly enjoy. The dedication of the prin­ cipals and staff is obvious to all stepping inside the impressive building. They extend an invita­


viously a teacher at pri­ vate boarding schools and large comprehensives. Her husband has an engi­ neering management background. Since 1!)8S, Moorland School has become a 24-


new vitality and enthusi­ asm. As parents them­ selves, the Harrisons strongly believe in a com­ bination of social devel­ opment based on discipline wi t h i n a f a m i 1 y framework. Mrs Harrison was pre­


Their arrival injected


uniform is a smart, no frills, dark green, a colour


art department is particu­ larly energetic, with most children learning to play several instruments. Ex­ tra-curricular activities are diverse, with oppor­ tunities for involvement in uniformed ac tivities, sports, arts trips and weekends away. Moorland School’s own


ject in the senior school. The school’s music and


information technology and science departments and, from the age of five y e a r s , p u p i 1s 1 e a r n French, with German available as an extra sub­


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