SW SCHOOLS HAMPSHIRE SCHOOLS SPECIAL FOCUS FEATURE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL OPTIONS HAMPSHIRE
King Edward VI School King Edward’s is a leading independent day school in Hampshire with a long and distinguished history, stretching back more than 465 years. Whilst proud of its outstanding academic provision, it is also a community which places every child at the heart of all that it does, seeking to develop in its students the skills and character strengths to allow them to thrive in the twenty-first century. King Edward’s ensures it supports and nurtures its pupils so they are able to flourish and exceed all their expectations in every aspect of their lives, from learning and interests to emotional development and relationships. www.senior.kes.school
Kingscourt Kingscourt Preparatory School and Nursery believe that young children’s education plays a significant role in shaping an amazing childhood. Located in the village of Catherington in the idyllic Hampshire countryside, Kingscourt offers the opportunity for children to learn both inside and outside the classroom. The school is surrounded by 25 acres of walled gardens and private playing fields, allowing its pupils to thrive in a peaceful countryside setting. The excellent range of extracurricular clubs on offer include: painting, fencing and horse-riding, allowing children to pursue a variety of passions and interests. www.kingscourt.org.uk
Lord Wandsworth College An inspiring learning environment for boarding and day pupils, Lord Wandsworth College is a co-educational school welcoming students between the ages of 11 to 18. Situated within a 1200 acre campus of hills and wooded valleys, the school also won the Independent School of the Year Award for Student Wellbeing in 2020. Values like fairness, generosity, courage, creativity, perseverance and curiosity are taught deliberately in every lesson. It is no wonder, then, that students leave the school with the desire to make a positive difference in the world and leave a legacy for the years to come. www.lordwandsworth.org
Meoncross School Meoncross is a co-educational day school with a strong familial ethos, nurturing students in their educational journey from the age of three in the Nursery, to sixteen in the Upper School. Wellbeing is a particular priority, as every child benefits from the school’s holistic approach and attention to individuality. Academic achievement at all key stages exceeds that of the national average, and their 2022 GCSE results placed the school 10th in The Times Parent Power Guide for 2023. www.meoncross.co.uk
Portsmouth Grammar School For boys and girls aged 2½ to 18, Portsmouth Grammar School is committed to inspiring their pupils to enjoy learning and be fully prepared for the changing world that lies ahead. Curiosity, creativity, courage, compassion and collaboration are all at the core of school life, and have been for the 300 years since the school’s founding. With all pupils on a single site, there is a family community united by educational excellence as well as a culture of aspiration and engagement. The school also works in purposeful partnerships with the wider community. www.pgs.org.uk
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