WEBBER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL
We are Shapers, Makers and Life’s Painters We are Movers, Initiators and Life’s Game Changers We are Webber; Motivators, Educators and Future Creators
Headmistress’ Welcome Welcome to The Webber Independent. I am Mrs Hilary Marsden and I am delighted that you’re considering our school for your son or daughter’s education. Our prospectus will give you a taste of what life is like at Webber and show you how we can meet your child’s educational needs. We are proud of the environment we have created and also the results we have consistently achieved at GCSE and A-level, with many students securing places at top Russell Group universities. We have created a learning environment that puts innovation at its heart, where the National Curriculum is underpinned with dynamic Real World Learning and enriching extra-curricular activities, providing an ideal place for your son or daughter to build their future. The best way to discover what’s on offer is to experience the learning environment for yourself. I would be delighted to welcome you for a personal tour, where you will have the opportunity to meet with me, tour our exciting learning spaces and see our committed teachers and well-mannered students in action. I look forward to extending a warm welcome to you and your family.
Hilary B Marsden Mrs Hilary Marsden Headmistress
We pride ourselves on being a modern educator for a modern world.
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We Are Webber At The Webber Independent we focus on preparing our young people for a changing world. The jobs of today will not be the jobs of the future, which is why we focus on initiating change. We will equip your son or daughter with the right mindset, skills and qualifications to stand out and thrive in the competitive world of tomorrow.
TOMORROW MAKERS Our aim is to help fuel the next generation of game changers who will shape the future. We do this by providing the right support and environment, fostering engaged and independent learners. Our subject specialist teachers will nurture your son or daughter’s confidence in their abilities through modern teaching techniques, which include key skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, perseverance and communication. Our approach blends academic rigour with key employability skills, designed to develop well-rounded global citizens. Our methods are taught to all of our young people from age 4 to 18, embedding high levels of emotional intelligence and focused learning from an early age.
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Shapers & Makers At The Webber Independent our aim is to support and develop the minds of our future shapers and makers beyond education, encouraging our young people to question, challenge and demonstrate independent thinking and persistence to achieve their goals. It’s this point of difference that will see our young people find solutions to future problems and take up leadership roles in a very different workplace and society. We’ve already seen the rise of The Internet of Things, which is revolutionising our everyday objects at home and work into smart, connected products that automate simple tasks. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are further examples of how the world is changing at an incredible pace. Here at The Webber Independent we are mindful of these changes as we prepare our students not only to adapt to this changing world but also to help shape it. We nurture our future shapers and makers by keeping our class sizes small, so your son or daughter benefits from a more personal learning experience in which our dedicated teachers have the time to ignite passions and guide talents.
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Game Changers We believe it is never too early to learn the importance of leadership and teamwork. From Reception class through to our Sixth Form, we teach the importance of working together on projects and tasks to solve problems and find solutions. For our youngest learners this could be role-playing in our outdoor classroom and working out how to rebuild a tower on a construction site using teamwork and problem-solving skills. For our Sixth Form this could be a range of activities, from carrying out weekly reading sessions with our younger students, through to leading The Student Council, The House System, The Sixth Form Executive or being appointed Prefect, Head Boy or Head Girl. At every age, our educational approach is designed to inspire a growth mindset in our young people to help them succeed at Webber Independent and beyond. Our extra-curricular activities such as the Young Entrepreneur’s Club provide additional opportunities for our students to practise business and life skills, which will be so important for their futures.
Webber has taught me the value of self-belief and to have confidence in my own thoughts and opinions. This has equipped me with a positive mindset that will be beneficial as I take my next steps in life. Every day my tutors encourage me to step outside my comfort zone to achieve my best. I know I will leave Webber well prepared for my future. Daniel Katechia, Sixth Form Student
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Life at Webber School life at Webber is vibrant, fun, enriching, inclusive and academic. We show our young people how to be respectful, kind and considerate of others; teaching behaviours that will help them become the next generation of global citizens and leaders. We are committed to delivering an educational experience that drives personal development and growth, and this means getting out of the classroom and experiencing the world. Life at Webber is interesting and stimulating, each year our students go to exhibitions and seminars, visit theatres, museums and galleries as well as participate in sporting tournaments, inter-school fixtures and musical performances. In addition, our young people participate in cultural and language trips in the UK and overseas. Your son or daughter will have access to a wide range of facilities, resources, support and additional activities. We have more than 50 clubs and societies, ample outdoor space and a large sports hall, and our curriculum has a strong focus on Business & Enterprise and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) subjects. Life at Webber ignites passions, uncovers hidden talents and prepares our students for their future destinations, whether that’s university, a new apprenticeship, further education or the world of work.
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Building Strong Partnerships We understand the importance of choosing the right school for your daughter or son and we know that everyone’s decision-making process is slightly different, which is why we’re on hand to answer any questions you may have about the admissions process, the school and how we can support your child’s future. We place a high value on building strong and inclusive teacher and parent partnerships and that starts from the very beginning of our relationship with you. We have a number of ways that we invest in parental and student engagement, which include regular reporting and communications. We actively encourage our parents to be involved in school life and all new parents are invited to join our Parent Group, FOWIS, where you can meet other parents or get involved with fundraising. However, there’s no pressure to participate and you are welcome to be involved to whatever extent suits you. In addition to regular newsletters and weekly personalised form tutor update emails, we offer an online parent and student portal and mobile app. We also hold up to six parents’ evenings a year, at which we provide regular progress reviews of your son or daughter’s performance. We will provide an academic gap analysis and an action plan, which includes SMART targets and you will have the opportunity to discuss any aspects of their education with us.
We Ignite a Love of Life Long Learning Through Inclusion and Collaboration
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For Life’s Painters Creative pursuits and subjects are a great way for our young people to build their character, become more self-aware and discover passions. At The Webber Independent we have an eye on the future and look at employer requirements to help prepare our young people for life beyond education. As the skills in the workplace change, we need to ensure that your son or daughter’s discipline of choice is futureproofed with a diverse skill set. One area of growth is the creative economy, which is predicted to be one of the leading industries in the future, delivering skills that automation and machines cannot replicate. Our creative subjects teach our young people divergent thinking, which develops key skills and thought process techniques that they can apply to their continued learning, whatever their age. It also equips them with creative and digital skills to benefit other subjects as well as in their chosen careers. We offer a range of creative subjects from art to music as well as a number of extra-curricular clubs designed to encourage our young people to expand their creative problem-solving, cognitive function and communication skills - all of which are important life and core employability skills. Our students take part in local, regional and national competitions performing at the highest level, building strong community links and networks that help build their confidence and presentation skills. At The Webber Independent your daughter or son will be able to explore the many options available to them, from taking part in art exhibitions to learning to play a range of musical instruments.
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Enriching Young Minds Our extra-curricular programme offers the chance for your son or daughter to discover talents and favourite activities, as well as add kudos to their university application. We have more than 50 clubs from music and languages to digital skills and robotics, in addition to The Army Cadet Force and many sporting clubs. We’re a licensed Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Centre, and many of our students have achieved Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards. Every year we host a number of enrichment activities that include trips to events and exhibitions, such as The Big Bang STEM Fair, Young Voices, The New Apprenticeship Fair and The Festival of Arts in Milton Keynes. Additionally, our internal events include International Week, Maths and Science Week as well as our Careers Carousel and STEAM Fair. The Webber Independent has a strong focus on Business & Enterprise and offers various work experience and internships, as well as The Young Entrepreneurs’ Club. We regularly invite external speakers to give seminars and TED-Ed Talks and provide Study Skills workshops and Booster Classes, as well as camps during half-term including our popular Code Academy. Our educational trips range from visiting the British Film Institute in London to Auschwitz in Poland, providing opportunities to learn about historic events and other cultures. We organize trips to France, Germany, Italy, Spain and further afield, to give our young people the chance to practise their modern foreign language skills. The students of The Webber Independent also take part in national challenges in Maths, Arts and Languages to learn how to perform under pressure and build resilience. We hope you agree that our enrichment activities really add value to the school life experience, giving your son or daughter every opportunity to reach their true potential and shine.
I’m a Tomorrow Maker
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Sporting Determination Sport, which builds focus and discipline is an important part of student life at Webber. We offer a varied selection of Physical Education lessons, such as netball, football, gymnastics and swimming, and our extra-curricular clubs provide a wide choice of alternative sporting activities for your daughter or son to choose from. We believe sport is a great way to promote the benefits of a healthy body and mind, as well as teach the importance of teamwork, resilience and persistence. The Webber Independent takes part in ISA competitions and sporting fixtures against other independent and local schools, as well as national and regional matches and tournaments. In our experience participating and competing in house competitions, sporting events and clubs helps our young people establish strong friendships and learn the importance of working together. The Webber Independent is also home to an Elite School of Badminton, which is the first school in England and Wales to offer a programme that combines first-class education and badminton training. A number of our students play for England and are top-ranked badminton players. We are proud of all of our students’ accomplishments and encourage positive celebration of each child’s achievements, building self-belief, confidence and a positive ‘can-do’ attitude.
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Care & Wellbeing Our priority at The Webber Independent is to ensure that your child is happy and well cared for. We place a strong focus on our young people’s health and wellbeing. We have rigorous safeguarding policies and procedures in place but also run a number of annual workshops and educational initiatives raising awareness of online safety and cyber-bullying. In addition, we offer mindfulness and yoga classes as well as supporting our students with managing exam stress. We give our students the support they need to flourish and be treated as individuals. We’re very focused on all of our young people having a positive learning experience, so they’re able to achieve their best and build a solid foundation for their future. We always encourage a strong teacher, parent and student partnership, so that together we can work through any challenging times our young people may experience.
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Admissions Applying to The Webber Independent is simple, we believe in a personal approach and making things easy. Our Admissions Team is on hand throughout the process to answer any questions that you may have. Each year we offer a limited number of Scholarships, for further details about the qualifying criteria and how to apply, please contact our Admissions Team. Below you’ll find an outline of how to apply and what to expect.
ADMISSIONS IN FIVE EASY STEPS 1. Register your Interest To begin the process, call our Admissions Team on 01908 574740 or email registrar@webberindependentschool.co.uk 2. Book a School Tour Come and see the school in action. You will meet the Headmistress, a member of the senior leadership team, subject specialist teachers and students.
3. Register and Book a Two-Day Taster and Assessment Experience The next step is to arrange for your son or daughter to spend two days at The Webber Independent to get a feel for the school. At this stage, we require a non-refundable fee and a completed application form. 4. Your Child Attends a Two-Day Taster and Assessment Experience You will be welcomed by our friendly team who will talk you through the process and get your child settled in. During the two days, your child will take part in lessons and complete academic tests. At the end of your taster we will discuss with you, the teacher and peer feedback, test scores and review how successful you feel the experience has been. After which, we will move to the offer stage. 5. Offer A provisional offer is made in writing, pending receipt of a written reference from your son or daughter’s previous school, the completed admissions forms and a deposit. We look forward to meeting you and your son or daughter.
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The Webber Independent School Soskin Drive Milton Keynes MK14 6DP 01908 574740 www.webberindependentschool.com