The school day

Three quarters of the pupils are day boys, arriving each morning between 8.00 and 8.30am. A significant number take advantage of the excellent transport system that the school provides.
Departure times vary between 3.30 and 5.30pm, depending on the age of the boy and whether or not he stays for hobbies or prep. There is no Saturday school.

Boarders

For many families, weekly boarding provides the right balance between home and school. Boys may board from Year 4 onwards and many choose this option. The Boarding House is run by two Housemasters who work hard to create a warm and homely atmosphere with their families. They, in turn, are supported by a matron and other duty staff.

Classes

There is a class of four year olds (Reception), a class for five year olds (Cubs), and a class for six year olds (Lions) following the National Curriculum to Key Stage 1. After a further intake of approximately 24 boys at age seven, Year 3 is divided into two parallel classes. Boys in Year 4 are then set for their Maths and French and as they move up through the school they then become streamed right across the curriculum. In Year 7and 8 the boys are split into three classes, one Scholarship and two Common Entrance groups. This structure allows every boy to have the best possible opportunity to reach his potential and to work in groups commensurate with his ability.