Global Learning for a Global Future
Introduction Welcome to Gateway and our association of leading schools in the United Kingdom. Our organisation was formed with the goal of extending to students from around the globe, the opportunity to further their studies and enhance their academic development. Our carefully selected association members prize both academic achievement and personal growth. They are focused on enabling global citizens who will not only play a full and active role within the school but also in life after graduation. Our role at Gateway is to provide support and nurture to the successfully selected students, by acting as guardian and guide, companion and carer. We pride ourselves on our partnership between pupil, parent and school. We understand both for child and parents how difficult life can be when separated by long distance and time zones, so we work without cease to support both of you. When a parent places their child within the care of the Gateway group they can be assured of our constant attention and consideration. As a father myself I know how much I wish for my own children, and it is our privilege and honour to help each and every family that comes to Gateway to help them realise their aspirations, and to take care of every student from the moment they set foot in the country to that very last moment when they leave - proud of their achievements and noted for their success. We very much look forward to being at your service in the near future.
Neil Harvey Managing Director Gateway Education
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Schools
1 Akeley Wood Senior School, Buckinghamshire 2 Bablake School, Warwickshire 3 Brooke House School, Leicestershire 4 Chilton Cantelo School, Somerset 5 Hereford Cathedral School, Herefordshire 6 Leicester Grammar School, Leicestershire 7 Northampton High School, Northamptonshire 8 Pitsford School, Northamptonshire 9 Quinton House School, Northamptonshire 10 Sackville School, Kent 11 Webber Independent School, Buckinghamshire 12 Wellingborough School, Northamptonshire
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Destination of Association Students We are proud to say that Gateway Association Schools achieve some of the best academic results in the country which, of course, means that the students progress to some of the leading universities in the UK, as shown below.
Cambridge, University College London, Exeter, Cardiff, Liverpool, Nottingham, King's College London, Birmingham, Durham, Glasgow, Manchester, Sheffield, Queen Mary London, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Southampton, Newcastle, Bath, Exeter, Goldsmiths, London School of Economics, Loughborough, Oxford, Reading, Royal Agricultural College, St Andrews, Warwick, Winchester.
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Academic UK With schools in our association dating back more than 600 years there is no shortage of experience in dealing with the learning needs of generations of students. It is indeed the strengths of individual schools that contribute to the strength of the education system in the UK, from prep schools to sixth form, from early years education to the achievement of the A level gold standard. Our independent schools are committed to success for each and every one of their student body and as such, will make high demands on the academic strengths and personal achievements of their students. Once a student puts on the uniform of the school, they become an ambassador of that school and its values. Those expectations mean that a student will need to make a serious and meaningful choice both in terms of their school and their own expectations. Schools will expect potential students to undergo entry tests and interviews to assure themselves that the students are the right fit for their institution. Once a student is accepted by the school and has embarked upon their study path, the school will want the student to play a full and active part in the life of the school. Not only will the school need to see success in the classroom but also in the debating society, on the sports field or in the music room. Schools need to see achievement, enthusiasm and dedication.
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Schools will involve each student in their “house” system, which means that within the broader school there are smaller groups of students who are organised under a housemaster or housemistress. The “houses” are the building blocks of a school, and form the basis of all competition, cohesion and compassion. As the student passes through their school life, every progress step will be monitored by the school and Gateway and fed back to the parents. This regular reporting forms the keystone of measuring a student’s development. The reports will be based on observation of the student in formal and informal assessment, attitude and approach and how much time a student invests in independent study. Parents can be assured that the discipline and dedication of school life will lead ultimately to a successful outcome and that students are guided towards the next important step in their academic career - university, and here again, the school and Gateway are here to help.
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GCSE
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1st year - Sixth Form
AS – 1st part A levels
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17-18
2nd year Sixth Form
A2 – 2nd part A levels
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Accommodation The association of Gateway schools offers the discerning parent a choice of accommodation for their child during their academic studies in the UK. Traditionally the only option for international pupils studying at an independent school was boarding. This model is still as popular today as it was 100 years ago, and is for many students the most appropriate choice - one with which Gateway is happy to help parents. Alternatively and uniquely, Gateway works with a wide variety of day schools. This means that students join a school which has no boarding facilities and consequently a much lower number of international students. Students are placed with our network of carefully selected local host families, many of whom have children studying at the same school. There are advantages to both choices and we are happy to discuss them with parents so that they can make the best choice for their child. During the holidays Gateway provides alternative accommodation options for students if they cannot stay at school. Our network of caring hosts provide a home from home to all the students in our care.
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Guardianship Gateway will be the student’s appointed and trusted guardian while they are studying in the UK. We are proud of the level of service we offer to our parents, students and schools - a level of service that covers the student from the moment of arrival to the last sad, moment when they leave us. The Gateway Service Promise covers all aspect of a student’s stay including: •
Advice and assistance on school selection
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Meet and Greet services on arrival
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Assistance with all travel arrangements throughout their studies
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Support with visa applications and extensions
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Representing the students’ academic interests
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Attending all parents evenings
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Regular feedback to parents on both academic progress and pastoral matters
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Registration with police, the health service, banks and other official bodies
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School visits to meet with the student at least once every two weeks
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Own-language Guardians who mentor and support the student
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Helping the student manage their finances
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24-hour emergency response team
Gateway offers its Guardianship either as part of the package when choosing a Gateway association school or as an additional service to parents who have selected another educational institution.
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Akeley Wood School, Buckinghamshire
Jerry Grundy Principal
Delivering high standards is a genuine hallmark of the School. Since turning co-educational in 1972, Akeley has been at the heart of quality education in Buckinghamshire. Set over three sites in the best of the English countryside, the School prides itself on the cooperative nature of the students’ rapport with the school staff who they get to know and trust. The A-level results show that excellent teaching in small classes helps the students to achieve their full potential, thus maximizing their opportunities to attend top universities. The School puts a great deal of attention on playing to the strengths of each and every individual pupil to ensure they achieve their full potential. Of note is the education in the Sixth Form which is brought beyond the physical boundaries of the School, enabling pupils to learn more about our rich, cultural heritage, as well as giving them a better understanding of the systems of law, government, finance and industry which underpin the country as a whole.
‘At Akeley Wood, we offer nothing less than teaching and learning excellence. Above everything else, the School is concerned with the individual, and students at Akeley Wood leave School not only with the best possible qualifications, but also with a set of values and close friendships that will last them a lifetime. Confidence, happiness, and success are the hallmarks of Akeley Wood School.”
School
University Destinations
Co-educational
Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, Imperial, Bristol, Durham, Brunel, Southampton, Birmingham, Leeds, Kings, Sheffield, Warwick.
Available Courses GCSE, AS and A level
English Language Requirements Accommodation Homestay
Student Enrolment Senior School Sixth Form
500 120
Facilities Rugby Pitches; tennis courts; new sports hall facilities on each of the three sites; Astroturf pitches.
Features Theatre and Performing Arts School; Duke of Edinburgh Adward Scheme; Annual music festival; Equestrian team.
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IELTS 5.0
Bablake School, Warwickshire
John Watson Principal
Situated in the beautiful heart of England, in Coventry, close to Birmingham (the UK’s second city) and one hour by train from London, Bablake is one of the oldest schools in England. It was founded in 1344, but has occupied its current home since 1890. It enjoys the educational, artistic and historical benefits of its proximity to Warwick and Coventry Universities, Royal Leamington Spa and Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon. As well as delivering first rate academic education, the School has a well regarded range of extracurricular activities, including sport, music, drama, art, debating and the Duke of Edinburgh’s award scheme, as well as a vigorous programme of Community Service and charity fundraising. In recent years the School has been represented in national finals for rugby, hockey and netball, with the cricket and athletics teams regular winners of local and regional competitions.
“Our School has a strong reputation for pastoral care, and aims to nurture individuals’ self-esteem in a positive, mutually supportive and happy community. All pupils receive extensive guidance over higher education and careers. The education is grounded in positive traditional values, whilst also being dynamic and forward-looking. Teachers are all well qualified, dedicated and enthusiastic. The last inspection found that “lessons are distinguished by a powerful sense of purpose to learn, in a shared enterprise between teacher and pupil”.
School Independent co-educational
Available Courses AS, A level
Accommodation Homestay
Student Enrolment Senior School Sixth Form
805 228
Facilities Indoor swimming pool, climbing wall, fitness suite, dance studio,tennis courts, netball courts, 40 acre sports ground (rugby pitches, astro pitches), language laboratory, theatre, large music rehearsal room, individual music practice rooms, art studios, pottery studio, photgraphy dark room, ICT suites,
Features Weather Station, Classical Society, CREST award, Debating Society, Environmental Group, Public Speaking Society,Stretch Magazine, Brass Quintet, Classical Oasis, Knitting Club, Textiles Club, Bridge Club, Combined Cadet Force (Army section and RAF section), Christian Union, Climbing Club, Drama, Flight
Simulator Club, Flute Choir, Enterprise, Extended Project Qualification, Orchestra, Table Tennis, String Ensemble, Brass Group, Chinese Club, Choir, Poetry Prize Group, History Society, Physics Club, Library Book Club, Nubble Club, Swing Band, Woodwind Group, Amnesty International, Arts Award, Creative Writing Club, Languages Club, French Film Club, Rock School, String Ensemble, String Quartet, Wind Band, Badminton Club, Chamber Choir, Chess Club, Classics Club, Formula One Challenge, Gymnastics, Trampolining, Hockey, Netball, Rugby, Cricket, Athletics, Tennis, Young Enterprise, Aural Class, Fitness Club, Self-Defence, Swimming, Textiles Club, Chemistry Club, Dance Club, Indoor Hockey, Theatre Visits.
University Destinations Oxford Cambridge, Nottingham, Loughborough, Exeter, Leicester, Leeds, UCL.
English Language Requirements IELTS 6.0
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Brooke House School, Leicestershire
Giles Williams Principal
Set in Market Harborough, the most perfect of English county towns, Brooke House is an independent, co-educational boarding college that specialises in preparing students from all over the world for entry to university in UK. The school is housed in a large, elegant Georgian mansion standing in grounds of almost two acres. The facilities, apart from tutorial rooms, include the students' private study rooms, reference libraries, common rooms, laboratories, art complex, recreation building which caters for table tennis, pool and television. Academic demands are high and the work exacting but the atmosphere is pleasant and informal, preparing students for both the responsibilities and freedoms of university and adult life. Students leave Brooke House for some of Britain's best universities, equipped with the skills and maturity which will serve them through until completion of their degree studies.
“Over our 35 year history we have developed a tradition, of which we are very proud, of welcoming students from a huge range of countries and cultures, delivering to them high quality tuition, while carefully monitoring their academic and social welfare, and guiding them to the universities that they really want to go to. At Brooke House everyone is treated as the individual that they are, and his and her needs treated on that basis. We therefore deliver a truly "bespoke education".
School
Features
Mixed Independent International Boarding College.
Available Courses
Student Council, Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, Football Academy, Programme of weekend activities, International Visits, School Choir, Annual Prize-giving ceremony.
Intensive English/ Academic Reception, GCSE, A Level, Pre-University Foundation.
University Destinations
Full Boarding in single and double bedrooms.
48% grades A and A* in 2011. On average over 45% of students enter Top 20/ Russell Group universities.
Student Enrolment
English Language Requirements
Senior School Sixth Form
N/A as college offers Intensive English/ Academic Reception pre-sessional courses.
Accommodation
250 150
Facilities High standard boarding accommodation with all students having access to common room and kitchenette facilities. Central college dining room serving 3 meals per day, 7 days per week. Laboratory, Art, Music facilities on site. Comprehensive sports facilities 5 minutes away by college shuttle bus.
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Chilton Cantelo School, Somerset
John Price Principal
Lying in the gentle folds of the beautiful Somerset countryside, the School occupies an impressive manor house as it has done for the last fifty years. These surroundings provide the setting for some very modern developments. Chilton enjoys a well-deserved reputation as a welcoming, friendly and unpretentious school. Class sizes are deliberately small and children, staff and parents really get to know each other. There is a strong sense of community, creating a warm and enabling atmosphere. One of Chilton’s greatest achievements is the variety and breadth of education that it provides for its pupils. Both day pupils and boarders benefit from excellent tuition in a range of activities including archery, athletics, cricket, football, hockey, horse riding, netball, rounders, rugby and swimming as well as plenty of healthy competition with local schools.
“There is a warm school community here at Chilton, where every student is encouraged to try everything and do their best. The School has a strong ethos based on a dynamic mix of relaxed, unpretentiousness and academic discipline. After school activities are popular and there is a diverse range of weekend trips (also free) for boarders. The Sixth Form Programme is designed with choice, flexibility and depth of study in mind, allowing students to complete four A level subjects and follow General Studies to ensure breadth and development as well-rounded students.”
School
English Language Requirements
Co-educational
IELTS 5.5
Available Courses GCSE/ AS and A levels
Accommodation Day and Boarding
Student Enrolment Senior School Sixth Form
233 15
Facilities Rugby pitches, tennis court, 25acres of grounds.
Features Choirs, orchestra, dance, archery, debating, Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and extensive after school clubs.
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Hereford Cathedral School, Herefordshire
Paul Smith Principal
Hereford Cathedral School is one of the oldest and most prestigious schools in the United Kingdom. There has been teaching and learning here since the 7th century. Located in the beautiful city of Hereford, which is set in rich English countryside, the school is a thriving and successful co-educational institution for pupils aged 3 to 18. The School is located at the heart of the city, situated in and around the Cathedral Close and medieval cloisters. Though the school has an ancient academic tradition, it is not oldfashioned. It has wonderful brand new facilities including state-of-the-art science laboratories and sports hall. A unique energy and spirit prevails where expectations are high and pupils excel. Small class sizes, specialist teaching staff and strong pastoral care ensure that academic standards and examination results are excellent. The majority of sixth form students go on to study at Russell Group Universities, with some 8% going on to either Oxford or Cambridge.
“International students are integrated with care and sensitivity so that the quality of their own academic, pastoral, spiritual and social experience is enhanced whilst that of the wider school community is also enriched. The school is keen to ensure that overseas students leave with skills, attributes and experiences that make a valid contribution to their own culture.�
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University Destinations
Co-educational
Oxford, Cambridge, UCL, Imperial, Bristol, Durham, York, Birmingham Leeds, King's College London, Warwick, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Exeter, Manchester, Sheffield, Cardiff, Bath.
Available Courses AS and A levels
Accommodation English Language Requirements
Homestay
IELTS 5.5
Student Enrolment Senior School Sixth Form
512 131
Facilities New sports hall complex, extensive Sports fields adjacent to River Wye, drama studio, Art and DT block, IT suite, Music school, Sixth Form Centre.
Features Set in historic Cathedral Close at the heart of the City. Huge range of extracurricular activities including sport (e.g. rugby, hockey, rowing), Combined Cadet Force, Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme, drama, debating, orchestras and Choirs.
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Leicester Grammar School, Leicestershire
Chris King Principal
The School moved to its brand new, purpose-built site in 2008 and has continued to deliver outstanding academic success for its pupils. It ranks as one of the most successful co-educational day-schools in the whole of the UK. The wonderful facilities complement the high quality of teaching and learning that goes on within them and all work to support the School’s overall philosophy that the pursuit of excellence and the continued investment in staff and school will deliver the highest academic achievements for all of its students. The School also recognises the importance of life outside of the classroom and has created the physical environment to allow that to flourish. Sitting in 75 acres of grounds the first-rate sporting facilities have contributed to the School’s success in different sporting arenas, with over 50 teams representing the School in the major sports of netball, rugby football, hockey, cricket, athletics and tennis.
“At Leicester Grammar School we aim to make the most of the individuality, talent and creative potential of your child, through exceptional teaching supported by active pastoral care. Small class sizes enable us to get to know your child as an individual and help your child to develop self-confidence in a happy and friendly environment. This is combined with excellent teaching and a positive work ethos of recognition and praise.”
School
Features
Co-educational
AS and A levels
Music (many orchestras, groups and bands as well as choir). Drama, Young Enterprise, Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award, Arkwright engineering scholars.
Accommodation
University Destinations
Homestay
Oxford, Cambridge,LSE, Imperial, Birmingham, Bristol, Durham, Kings College London, Lincoln, Loughborough, Leicester, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, Reading, Sheffield, Queen Mary, UCL, Warwick.
Available Courses
Student Enrolment Senior School Sixth Form
800 210
Facilities New purpose built school opened by Her Majesty. The Queen in 2008. The campus covers 20 hectares and includes full indoor and outdoor sporting facilities eg 25m indoor swimming pool, all weather pitches and floodlit tennis courts.
English Language Requirements IELTS 6.0 but a minimum of 5.5 in any category (or equivalent).
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Northampton High School, Northamptonshire
Francine Smith Director of Sixth Form
A proud member of the Girls Day School Trust, the School has an excellent reputation for the academic achievements of its pupils and the outstanding facilities it provides for every young girl to develop, be that in art, drama, music, science and technology, as well as a wide range of indoor and outdoor sports. Within a strong framework of both academic and pastoral guidance, girls are encouraged to be independent and think for themselves, pursue their passions and develop new ones. Excellence underpins every aspect of school life, not least in the teaching provision and the School’s outstanding facilities. Although Northampton High School was founded in 1878, it has only occupied its present site since 1992 and it is fortunate to have every corner custom-built and fit for purpose. As a consequence, every department is well-equipped and the learning resources are superb. The new eLearning Centre is a flexible space where students can develop their self-reliance through innovative use of the most up to date technology.
“Girls here enjoy the classroom experience, leading to excellent results and a superb launch to life beyond the school. From the Nursery to the Sixth Form, outstanding success is achieved through a broad and challenging curriculum; exciting lessons take learning to a higher level and close individual attention ensures each girl is encouraged to achieve her full potential. we treasure a happy, friendly ambience where kindness, courtesy, service – and fun! – go hand in hand with striving for academic success. In prioritising these values, Northampton High is unashamedly a traditional school but we operate in a very modern setting. With beautiful facilities throughout the school, we aim to give the girls the very best education possible leading to rewards throughout their lives.”
School
Features
Girls
Girls are encouraged to join in clubs and activities which interest them. We have a wide range to choose from, including; art, ballet/dance, ceramics, charity fundraising, chess, choir, computing/IT, debating/public speaking, drama/theatre studies, news club, handicrafts, life saving/first aid, orchestra/band, outdoor pursuits, photography, pottery, printing, science club, student magazine, textiles, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, World Challenge,
Available Courses AS and A levels
Accommodation Homestay
Student Enrolment Senior School Sixth Form
476 108
Facilities As well as the Sixth Form specific facilities including a workroom, common room and kitchen, our 28 acre school site includes 8 well-equipped laboratories, art & design technology rooms, concert hall/theatre, dance studio, Learning Centre, fully equipped music rooms, and a large library with computer facilities for independent study. There is also a 25m covered swimming pool, all weather pitch, fitness suite, gymnasium, badminton, squash, netball and tennis courts and hockey pitches.
University Destinations Bath; Bedfordshire; Birmingham; Birmingham City University School of Acting; Bournemouth; Bristol; City; College London; Coventry; Dundee; Durham; Exeter; Goldsmiths; Hertfordshire; Hull; Leeds; Lincoln; Liverpool; London School of Economics; Loughborough; Manchester; Newcastle; Nottingham; Nottingham Trent; Northampton; Oxford; Portsmouth; Reading; Royal Agricultural College; Sheffield; St Andrews; University College London; University Warwick; Winchester.
English Language Requirements IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
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Pitsford School, Northamptonshire
Noel Toone Principal
Occupying stately Pitsford Hall, built in 1764, and its wonderful gardens, the School is an independent English grammar school which offers an academic curriculum that prepares students for university and life beyond study. The students are taught to think creatively and helped to develop perseverance. The School also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities which are aimed at widening cultural horizons as well as providing opportunities for leadership and initiative. Under the current Headmaster, Pitsford has gained a great reputation, winning plaudits in the Financial Times and making rapid progress towards the top of UK school rankings. Classes are deliberately kept small to ensure the best personal tuition. The curriculum draws on the best of the grammar school traditions of the past, makes them relevant to today’s needs, and ensures that they are applicable to the demands of the future.
“The School aims to educate the whole person and sets, expects and maintains high standards in all its disciplines and extracurricular activities. Competition both in work and sport is encouraged and emphasis is placed on developing the highest personal and moral qualities. We have appointed well qualified and enthusiastic specialist teachers who can create a stimulating environment and who are accustomed to caring for each individual and to working with pupils who wish to excel.”
School
University Destinations
Co-educational
Oxford, Cambridge,LSE, Imperial, Birmingham, Bristol, Durham, Kings College London, Lincoln, Loughborough, Leicester, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, Reading, Sheffield, Queen Mary, UCL, Warwick.
Available Courses Two year GCSE, one year pre-sessional course followed by 2 year A level course, 2 year A level course
English Language Requirements Accommodation
IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
Homestay
Student Enrolment 300 pupils (10-15% international students)
Facilities The School is sited in 26 acres of parkland surrounding Pitsford Hall.
Features Rankings:2012: Aspire School of the year; 2011: In the top 100 schools in the UK; 2009: 4th best small school (Financial Times); 2008: 1st best improving school (Financial Times).
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Quinton House School, Northamptonshire
John Ing Principal
Located in the stunning sixteenth century Upton Hall, Quinton House is a school with a passion for education. The school encourages responsibility and independence in learning, whilst advocating the highest professional standards in the quality of its teaching, pastoral care and extra curricula provision. As a small school they are able to focus in a meaningful way on each child as an individual. The magical setting of the main school matched with the state of the art sports complex, dance/ drama studio and ICT suites helps the School deliver on its commitment to parents and pupils alike. The enthusiasm that the School generates for education can also be measured in its thriving extracurricular programme with more than 100 activities per week in sports, performing and creative arts, and opportunities for additional courses of study.
“Quinton House endeavours to provide a ‘family’ environment which has the very best of teaching, the very best of pastoral care and the very best extracurricular programme. It aims for its pupils to get the best out of their education by giving their all and respect the work that they do. Pupils should feel proud of their school and the uniform they wear.”
School
University Destinations
Co-educational
Cambridge, Durham, Sheffield, Edinburgh, Manchester are examples.
Available Courses GCSE, AS and A Levels
IELTS 5.0 and telephone interview.
Accommodation With local host families
Student Enrolment Senior School Sixth Form
220 40
Facilities Drama studio, Sports Hall, Library, 650 year old Hall, ICT suites, outdoor sports facilities.
Features Duke of Edinburgh, competitive sport, extracurricular programme, music and drama. Pastoral care of international students. Small class sizes. Study support..
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English Language Requirements
Sackville School, Kent
Peter lane Principal
With an academic heritage going back more than 100 years, Sackville School carries the best of those gifts forward to meet the academic challenges of the 21st century. With its focus on small class sizes and teachers dedicated to the success of individual students, the School delivers on quality again and again. Education at Sackville takes place in a positive, friendly and happy family atmosphere. This is not a bi-product achieved by chance but a powerful and integral element of our school’s success. The School firmly believes that teachers teach better and students learn better when they enjoy the process. The quality of a child’s education is defined by the quality of teaching. Inspirational teachers are the hallmark of a top school. Here at Sackville they strive, above all else, for excellence in teaching.
“My own belief in the traditional values of education is reflected in the ethos of the school. The students wear uniforms, stand when an adult enters the room, and are expected to be well-mannered and polite. We celebrate the value of sports, art and drama here and believe in education as a complete experience. Additionally, and most importantly, we believe that excellent teachers are more than mere instructors and should excite, energise and inspire their pupils.“
School
University Destinations
Co-educational
AS and A levels
Oxford, Manchester, Durham, Edinburgh plus many others. We can get the student to the choice of their university if they are prepared to work hard and improve their English.
Accommodation
English Language Requirements
Homestay
IELTS 5.5
Available Courses
Student Enrolment Senior School Sixth Form
170 36
Facilities Superb grounds, a huge variety of sport, drama, music and art. Large range of A levels. We cater for the individual and their learning.
Features A very friendly well integrated school. Good relationships between staff and pupils. Excellent IELTS teachers on site. Lots of extras including cultural and educational visits, Duke of Edinburgh, Leadership Training, First Aid, Cookery.
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Webber Independent School, Buckinghamshire
Sue Vig Principal
Though new in name the school has been delivering quality education since the 19th century. Originally the Bury Lawn School, the school moved to its new site in 1987 and then it was renamed in 2010 to honour Melvin Webber, the lead designer of Britain’s most famous new town, Milton Keynes. As part of GEMS, the global education group, the school is a proud partner with other international organisations dedicated to furthering education. These include UNESCO; the Clinton Global Initiative; World Economic Forum and Microsoft. The school is committed to a personalised learning framework within a flexible curriculum based on a solid base of excellent pastoral care. It both challenges and supports each learner as an individual within a very well developed support network. It firmly believes in assisting each and every student towards the goal of becoming a global citizen.
“We strive for excellence in all we do at the Webber Independent School. This is a welcoming environment in which students and their families feel secure and valued. Our rich curriculum is inspirational, exciting, challenging and fun. It equips students with the skills necessary to experience success, regardless of their individual talents or learning styles. Our personalised approach to education gives our students the skills they will need for lifelong learning in a rapidly changing future.”
School Co-educational
Available Courses AS and A levels
Accommodation Homestay
Student Enrolment Senior School Sixth Form
94 20
Facilities Bespoke Sixth form study centre, careers advice drop in, senior hub, library iMac suite, multi-purpose sports hall with climbing wall and gym. Performing Arts and Creative Arts Centre, Drama Studio, 6 outdoor tennis courts, Basketball courts indoor and outdoor, Sports field.
Features Stimulating 21st Century learning environment. iPad for all Sixth form as a learning tool. Inspirational A level teaching. Weekly Email updates. Bespoke personalised learning tailored to individual needs.
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Over 70 extra-curricular activities offered for each term including free academic booster sessions and workshops. Well ordered environment. How to get into the top universities seminars, coaching and advice on UCAS applications. Interviews skills. A culture of success and an ethos of excellence. Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. Cadets. Work experience, work shadowing internships. Door to door minibus service. Cultural and social integration classes/induction programme. IELTS Classes. Academic Buddy System.
University Destinations Oxford; Aberdeen; Bristol; Leeds; Canterbury Christchurch; Central St Martins College of Art and Design; Cambridge;Bristol; Durham; Oxford Brookes; Loughborough; Kings; Portsmouth; Imperial;Brunel; Robert Gordon; Sheffield; St Andrews; Warwick; Southampton; Birmingham; Queen Mary.
English Language Requirements IELTS 5.5
Wellingborough School, Northamptonshire
Garry R Bowe Principal
Dating back more than 400 years, the School has kept its finest traditions and embraced the future. As it always was, so it is today, very much a community, a happy mix of traditional teaching methods and solid values enhanced by progressive thinking, handson involvement and approachability. Visitors often comment that there is a special energy about the Wellingborough atmosphere. A great day school with many of the facilities of a boarding school, Wellingborough offers tremendous resources across and well beyond the curriculum to offer a broad and rounded education for boys and girls aged 3 to 18 years. Along side its academic rigour the School provides tremendous sporting and extracurricular opportunities for all of its pupils. Not only are there more than 40 acres of sports fields but such musical opportunities from the chapel choir to the blues band or setting up a Young Enterprise company for future global entrepreneurs.
“We value individuals and at Wellingborough our pupils know that we enjoy their company, their conversation and their ideas. Working in a spirit of mutual co-operation and respect, staff and pupils take an educational journey that is filled with excitement and surprise. We believe that academic excellence can be combined successfully with an active life outside the classroom and consequently Wellingborough is much more than a Monday to Friday school. Our size is a great advantage; neither too big nor too small.�
School
University Destinations
Co-educational
2012 Russell Group University Destinations Cambridge, University College London, Exeter, Cardiff, Liverpool, Nottingham, King's College London, Birmingham, Durham, Glasgow, Manchester, Sheffield, Queen Mary London, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Southampton, Newcastle.
Available Courses AS and A levels
Accommodation Homestay
Student Enrolment Senior School Sixth Form
401 133
English Language Requirements IELTS 6.0
Facilities Rugby, Football, Cricket, Hockey, Tennis, Netball, Rounders, Badminton etc. Drama, Music, Art Careers Department After-School Clinics
Features Choirs, Music Ensembles, Orchestras Combined Cadet Force Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme Extracurricular activities available.
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Summer Centres As well as helping long term students achieve their life ambitions, Gateway runs a series of summer camps in the UK. These summer camps based in schools or universities provide students with a wonderful taste of learning in the UK combined with a great programme of tourist and recreational activities, all handled by dedicated and enthusiastic Gateway staff members. The Classic programme means enlightening and enlivening English language courses - with 3 hours of classes per day. The teaching and learning programme is closely aligned to the activity programme so that students get the most out of their stay. Our English programme delivers a rich learning experience but one that is also clearly focused on getting students to use and develop their oral skills - grammar can be learnt alone, talking needs two! The extra-curricular programme works with and supports the academic programme. The carefully selected activities and visits are intended both to give students a really enjoyable experience and also to encourage interaction and exchange. Gateway offers an all inclusive package, meaning that parents don’t have to worry about a thing - from collection at the airport to the final farewell. Accommodation is either based on our homestay or residential programmes and is fully catered. Our on-site team make sure that students’ welfare is a primary focus throughout their stay - keeping students happy, safe and secure means that they will get the most out of the summer course. Gateway also designs specific programmes for specific groups - from specialist activity programmes to bespoke learning packages. Please don’t hesitate to ask us if you would like more information or advice in this area. As well as camps in the UK we offer great camps on the east and west coast of the USA - please ask us for our US camp details.
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Summer in Cambridge Sample Programme Day 1
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Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Arrive UK- transfer to centre and meet hosts
AM – EFL Classes
AM – EFL Classes
AM – EFL Classes
AM – EFL Classes
AM – EFL Classes
PM – Orientation afternoon
PM – Punting on the River Cam
PM – Fitzwilliam museum in Cambridge
PM – Trip to the beautiful East Anglia coast
Dinner – with hosts
Eve - Karaoke
PM – Historic Town of Stamford and Stamford School
Dinner – with hosts
Eve – Hawaiian Disco
Dinner – with hosts
Dinner – with hosts
Dinner – with hosts
Day 7 Full day Excursion to London – with tour on the River Thames and entry to the Tower of London Dinner – with hosts
Day 8
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
Day 12
Free Day with Hosts Or Optional trip – to Oxford and Christchurch College (£40)
AM – EFL Classes
AM – EFL Classes
AM – EFL Classes
AM – EFL Classes
AM – EFL Classes
PM – Trip to Bicester Village Shopping Outlet
PM – Laser Quest
PM – London and British Museum
PM – Ten pin bowling time and farewell party. Eve – Fancy Dress Disco
Full day Excursion to Stratford – with tour and entry to Shakespeare’s birthplace
Dinner – with hosts
Eve – International Evening Dinner – with hosts
Dinner – with hosts
Dinner – with hosts
Day 13
Dinner – with hosts
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How to book Gateway services can be booked directly with us or you may choose to use the services of one of our highly trusted overseas representatives. Long Term Students Each one of our associate schools operates their own admissions criteria. Admission to a chosen school will normally consist of a English and maths test, plus a review of previous academic history from the students current school. If the student has taken an IELTS test recently then that score will also be taken into account. Associate schools also like to interview candidates to find out more about them - so it is important that applicants are ready to talk about not only their academic achievements but what they have done outside of the classroom. Having a full extra-curricular experience - in sports, arts or music - can make all the difference to whether an application is successful or not. Gateway and our representatives will guide you through the application process and help you at every point. We will also be there to advise on visa applications and transferring to the UK to study. Contact our representative or ourselves to talk through the options available, and remember - our role is to be there for you. Summer Centre Students Working with our partners overseas, please feel free to contact them and enquire about the most up-to-date summer courses, programmes and locations - we are always working on new destinations and programmes so check what are our latest options.
Contact Details advice@gateway-education.co.uk www.gateway-education.co.uk +44 (0) 1604 642 082
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Terms & Conditions “Child” means the child or children placed to be educated in the UK“Parent” means the Child’s legal parent(s) identified as a party to this agreement “Placement” means the duration of the Child’s residence with the Host Family “Guardianship Documentation” means all documents given to the Parent as part of this agreement including, without limitation, the ‘Educational Guardianship Service’ list, the ‘Fees’ list, any student information forms or rules provided by Gateway “School” means the school at which the Child is enrolled from time to time during the Child’s Guardianship and includes all times during which the Child is within the School’s care and authority In this agreement all words denoting the singular shall include the plural and vice versa and words denoting the masculine gender shall include the female and neuter genders. “Contact Details” means all addresses, whether residential or work, telephone numbers, fax numbers and email addresses as detailed by Gateway and the Host Family in the Guardianship Documentation or as updated “Exeats” means authorised absences from School, including but not limited to school trips, medical or dental treatments, the unexpected closure of School “Gateway” means Gateway Corporation UK Limited and includes all agents and employees of Gateway Corporation UK Limited “Guardianship” means the period during which Gateway acts as educational guardian as authorised by this agreement “Host Family” means the family with whom Gateway place the Child outside of School 1. Gateway will perform all of the services listed on the ‘Educational Guardianship Service’ list. 2. Gateway will maintain regular communication with the Parent, the Child and the Host Family and will be available and contactable 24 hours, 7 days a week, in case of emergency. 3. The Parent gives Gateway the authority to act as educational guardian to the Child. At all times in which the Child is in the UK Gateway will act in loco parentis and is fully authorised by the Parent to make any decisions relating to the Child that the Parent has the capacity to make. 4. The Parent agrees that Gateway can place the Child with a Host Family during weekends, half term holidays, holidays, Exeats and in case of emergency. 5. The Parent confirms that the answers and information given to Gateway from time to time, both written and oral, are full, true and accurate and it will inform Gateway immediately of any changes to such information. 6. The Parent is responsible for ensuring that all travel, visa and personal/medical insurance arrangements are complete and kept up to date; arrangements for such should ideally be made by the Parents themselves, but Gateway will assist the Parent and the Child in applications where necessary. FEES 7. The Parent agrees to pay Gateway for the Guardianship service in accordance with the fees and expenses on the attached ‘Fees List’. Such fees and expenses may be varied by Gateway at any time and following the Parent receiving notification of this the Parent will pay the fees and expenses at the varied rate. 8. Gateway may require payment of certain fees prior to the start of the Placement and in any case all invoices should be settled by the due date. In the absence of specification by Gateway, the due date is [7 days from the date of the invoice]. 9. If Gateway purchases any travel tickets for the Child, the Parent must refund the full amount immediately [to the main bank account of Gateway]. 10. Other than the deposit, all fees and expenses are non-refundable and will not be waived for any reason, subject to the discretion of Gateway.
RESPONSIBILITIES & LIABILITIES 11. Gateway shall have no personal responsibility for the Child’s education, but will liaise with the School on the Child’s behalf and will keep the Parent informed of the Child’s educational progress. 12. Gateway shall have no responsibility for the Child while they are not in the immediate care of Gateway or the Host Family, i.e. at School or in transit. 13. The Parent accepts that Gateway has no financial or other liability regarding the Child arising from any act or omission in good faith and agrees to indemnify Gateway against all financial consequences incurred by Gateway arising from the Guardianship. 14. The Parent accepts that Gateway will not be liable for loss of or damage to property. The Parent confirms that adequate public liability and personal insurance in respect of health, property and liability for the Child will be taken out prior to the start of, and continue for the duration of, the Guardianship. 15. Any damage to School or Host Family property caused by the Child will be invoiced to and payable by the Parent. 16. Shoplifting, taking drugs, drinking of alcohol (under 18 years of age) or unacceptable/unreasonably antisocial behaviour of the Child will not be tolerated by Gateway and the Parent shall ensure that the Child does not engage in such behaviour and that the Child must abide by all local and national laws. CONCERNS/COMPLAINTS 17. Each party should inform the other as soon as reasonably possible of any problems and concerns that they may have regarding the Child’s health, welfare or education during the Guardianship. TERMINATION 18. Either party may terminate this agreement on one month’s written notice. 19. Either party may terminate this agreement if the other party is in breach of this agreement and (if remediable) has not remedied such breach within 7 days of notice being served identifying the breach and the steps required to remedy. 20. Gateway reserves the right to terminate this agreement immediately by written notice where the Child is unreasonably antisocial or behaves unacceptably or fails to comply with any local or national laws, or where payment of any invoice is outstanding, without prejudice to its other rights under the agreement. 21. On any termination, Gateway shall cease to act in loco parentis and all rights and responsibilities regarding the Child will revert to the Parents. CONTACT DETAILS 22. Each party will inform the other as soon as reasonably possibly should there be any alteration or addition to their Contact Details. GENERAL 23. The Parent acknowledges that Gateway may vary this agreement from time to time to meet changing circumstances and that it will be subject to such variations once it has received notice of them. 24. If any clause of this agreement is held by any court or other competent authority to be void or unenforceable in whole or part, this agreement shall continue to be valid as to the other clauses and the remainder of the affected clause. 25. This agreement is governed by the laws of England and shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.
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