WORD ON THE GROUND QUIRKS

Over an extremely classy afternoon tea (for which Muddy was embarrassingly underdressed) eloquent and confident pupils wax lyrical about the opportunities on offer at the school. They love the sense of community, the support, the range of clubs and activities, and they’re keen to see the school continue to embrace technology and take a forward-thinking approach to learning. They also love the range of sport on offer, and the fact there’s something for everybody, and they’re super proud of the house system and how welcoming the school is to everybody. A new Digital Ambassadors programme has gone down a storm with pupils looking to take on extra responsibilities.

The school is very Brighton, and if you know Brighton, you’ll know what I mean. It’s incredibly aspirational but also reflects the city’s unique forward-thinking vibe, sense of fun, and willingness to lead in the areas of diversity and inclusion. Being right by the sea, Beach School is a big part of the culture.