Information Booklet 2022-2023

A Welcome From the Head

Welcome to King Edward’s.

Our School is the oldest in Southampton, with a long and distinguished history stretching back over 460 years. We are extremely proud of these roots and traditions, but we are prouder yet to be recognised as a vibrant, modern institution, dedicated to providing our pupils with the support and opportunities to thrive in the 21st century.

As a leading co-educational Independent day School, King Edward’s undoubtedly has high academic standards and expectations. Under the guidance of an expert teaching staff, our pupils perform at the highest levels in public examinations, and both GCSE and A level outcomes are consistently exceptional. A summary of these are shown in this booklet. As a result, the School is often placed within the top 100 Schools in the country, and is widely recognised for its academic provision and breadth. Pupils who attend our Sixth Form regularly gain admittance to the leading universities in this country and abroad: with the overwhelming majority securing places for a medical degree course, or else at a prestigious ‘Russell Group’ university. However, academic outcomes are only one part of our story: we want pupils at King Edward’s to be kind, caring young people, committed to helping others as well as developing their own unique personality strengths and character. Fundamental to a King Edward’s education is the concept of ‘flourishing’ – making the most of oneself as an individual; as a learner; and as part of the School and wider community. This is facilitated at King Edward’s by a dedicated staff group, who get to know each individual child at the School, and who provide the opportunities and encouragement for the children to build on their precious pool of selfesteem and confidence. Alongside this focus on pastoral support and on nurturing strong relations within the School, we firmly believe that children develop critical life-skills through participation and engagement in School life

beyond the classroom. At King Edward’s, pupils are given unrivaled opportunities to try out new activities and hobbies; to represent the School in sporting, artistic and intellectual clubs and societies; and to explore the wider world through trips and visits. Through involvement in these trips, our pupils’ eyes are opened to all that this world has to offer, giving them an international perspective and a cultural awareness so vital to modern living. Further, the School is deeply committed to charitable and outreach work, with many pupils giving freely of their time to participate in a wide-ranging fundraising programme, as well as working alongside young people and local communities at schools and charities across the city and region.

It is vitally important to us that we provide class-leading facilities for our children. We want our pupils to be inspired by inspirational surroundings. Over recent years the School has invested heavily in developing each of our sites. As a result, King Edward’s has outstanding facilities both at the main School site, but also at our outdoor learning centre in Dartmoor and at our superb sports grounds at Wellington, which boasts 33 acres of pristine sports fields, netball and tennis courts and outstanding artificial hockey pitches. In May 2012 we also created a formal link with Stroud School, Romsey, thereby allowing us to build a true 3-18 educational experience for the young people of the region. As part of this ongoing commitment, the School has in recent years built the magnificent Dobson Theatre; has extended and modernised our fabulous library; has created an innovative

Wellbeing Centre at the very heart of the School; and has this year utterly transformed our Sixth Form common room and our whole school gym facilities.

All candidates who attain the required academic standards and whose parents live within a reasonable distance of Southampton may be considered for admission. The age of entry will normally be at 11 or 13 on September 1, although we do occasionally consider under-age pupils. External applications are also welcomed for places in the Sixth Form.

The School offers a number of bursaries each year, up to a maximum value of 100% of the full fee. Academic and creative arts scholarships and sports awards are also available. Details of our academic and pastoral systems are included in this booklet, along with the routes of our School transport system.

If you would like to register your child for the School, please express your interest via the School website at www.kes.school. Further information may be found in this booklet or on our website: www.kes.school but the best way to get a flavour of the School is to visit it on a working day. Our Registrar, Mrs Sheppard, would be delighted to give you a tour and to answer any questions you may have.

Welcome again – I hope to see you soon!

Neal Parker Head

Contents

Welcome from the Head 03 School’s Ethos & Objectives 06 Pastoral Care 08 School Sites & Facilities 10

Transport System 12 GCSE Examination Results 14

A Level Examination Results 15

The Curriculum 16 School Activities 18

Clubs and Societies 20

Previous Overseas Trips 21

Teaching Staff 22 School Governors 25 Fees, Scholarships and Bursaries 26

Admissions: - Visit Us 28 - Key Dates 29 - Admissions Exam / Interview 30

History of the School 32 Higher Education and Careers 34 Sixth Form 35 Stroud School 36

School’s Ethos & Objectives

A: Flourishing in achievement

1 Laying down a foundation of wellbeing, so that every pupil will exceed their own expectations both in and outside the classroom.

2 Providing a varied, rigorous, balanced and exciting curricular and co-curricular programme to inspire learning and engagement for all.

3 Offering lessons and learning experiences that challenge assumptions, foster creativity and promote independence.

4 Encouraging all pupils and staff to seek to improve and grow in their learning constantly, in the knowledge that this attitude will see them flourish academically.

5 Improving and developing resources and facilities to enable exceptional learning experiences.

6 Excellence in public examinations leading to opportunities in higher education and life beyond school as a consequence of these attitudes and factors.

These outcomes can only be attained if we…

B: Flourish emotionally

1 Recognise that all progress in education relies upon the good mental health of everyone within our community.

2 Foster in every pupil a strong sense of self-worth, supported by an outstanding pastoral system.

3 Nurture our pupils so that they engage positively with their emotions, developing emotional resilience.

4 Help pupils to understand the spiritual dimensions of life, and to be able to make ethical and moral choices.

C: Flourish with engagement

1 Encourage all pupils to explore their potential in everything they do.

2 Offer opportunities to pupils of all ages to develop their teamwork and leadership skills.

3 Recognise the importance of co-curricular activities as a means of promoting positive engagement.

4 Encourage our pupils to relate to the world and their fellow human beings in a tolerant, compassionate and responsible manner.

D: Flourish in relationships

1 Put kindness at the very centre of our community.

2 Understand that healthy relationships with others is key to happiness.

3 Teach our pupils to empathise with each other.

E: Flourish in meaning

1 Encourage our pupils to look beyond material goals and strive to make a positive difference to the world.

2 Develop in our pupils, and role-model as a whole school, an appreciation of our responsibilities to the school community and to society more widely.

We nurture and support our pupils, so that they flourish and exceed their expectations in their learning, interests, relationships and emotional development. Our goal is that they become intellectually curious, resilient, confident and ready for their next steps.

Pastoral Care

Tutors

The role of the tutor is absolutely vital in this process: they will see your child more often than any other member of staff and will form a close bond as a result.

Pupils who join the school in the First Year are allocated to a form, which serves as both their tutor group and their teaching group for this first year. After the First Year, pupils move into a new tutor group and they remain in this tutor group for two years. This means that the tutor groups include pupils from two year groups, which we believe increases the value for everyone and helps to bridge the barriers that might otherwise separate year groups. At the start of the Fourth Year and at the start of the Lower Sixth, pupils will again move into a new tutor group. The tutor is responsible for the supervision, guidance and care of the pupils in

his/her tutor group, meeting them every morning at 8.40. Tutors keep records of attendance and academic progress for each pupil in their group and are also aware of individual circumstances and needs. Concerns about day-to-day administration, work, co-curricular activities or other related matters are addressed to the tutor in the first instance. The choice of tutor for each area of the school is very carefully considered in order to maximise their experience and specialisation to the benefit of the pupils. Tutors are assisted by group prefects in the Lower School. These are senior pupils who volunteer for the pastoral care involved and have been chosen by the tutor and the Head of Lower School, in consultation with the Sixth Form pastoral team. The group prefects attend group meetings on a regular basis and are available to offer help and advice to younger pupils.

Head of Year

Each year group has its own dedicated Head of Year. Additionally, the three main sections of the School have dedicated leadership: Head of Lower School, Head of Upper School and the Assistant Head (Director of Sixth Form).

Lower School Upper School Sixth Form

First Year Second Year Third Year Fourth Year Fifth Year Lower Sixth Upper Sixth Year 7 Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Year 11 Year 12 Year 13

The pastoral care of all of our students is a top priority at King Edward’s.

Houses

All pupils on admission are assigned to one of six Houses, Capon, Lake, Lawrence, Reynolds, Sylvester and Watts; all named after eminent Edwardians.

Tutor Groups

A typical Second and Third Year tutor group has approximately sixteen pupils. A similar arrangement exists in the Upper School where each group has a balance of Fourth and Fifth Year pupils. In the Sixth Form each tutor group has approximately twelve students, with a mixture of both year groups. All pupils in the Second to Fifth Years inclusive, as well as being a member of a tutor group, belong to a form for their academic studies.

The Wellbeing Centre

The Wellbeing Centre, which took two months to complete, connects all the relevant areas of the school for enhancing the students’ wellbeing: learning support, the counsellor, the chaplain, the nurses, and a dedicated wellbeing room.

The space has been designed to be a quiet, safe space in the heart of the school, where any student can go, whenever they need to get away from the hustle and bustle of school life, or seek support for something affecting them outside of school.

School Nurses

The School Nurses are responsible for first aid and general medical assistance for pupils and are available throughout the school day.

School Counsellor

The School Counsellor, who has had specialist training, offers a confidential service to pupils who wish to consult someone other than their tutor or another member of staff. Pupils may do this directly or after referral by their tutor.

Curricular Wellbeing

Curricular Wellbeing lessons combine all aspects of PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education) and SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social, Cultural education) along with a number of lessons on important topics like mental resilience and emotional literacy. These lessons are taught to Years 1-5, with the 6th Form following their own bespoke programme, and are coordinated by the Head of Wellbeing.

KES PTA

KES PTA (our parents’ association) is open to all friends of the school including parents, staff, governors and Old Edwardians, and plays an essential part in supporting the school. The Council is elected at the AGM in the autumn and meets each term.

The main objectives are to promote the school and supplement its facilities. Regular social functions are the New Pupil and Parents’ Evening in September and the Annual Quiz.

As well as organising many social and fund-raising functions, the society runs the OBNO (Outgrown But Not Outworn) secondhand uniform shop.

School Sites & Facilities

The school has occupied the Hill Lane site since 1938. With over thirteen acres it comprises an extensive range of facilities including a number of new additions and major refurbishments completed over the last few years. The site also has games fields, a sports hall, netball courts and a full astro pitch.

The Lovaton Rural Study Centre was purchased in 2004. Located near Yelverton on Dartmoor, it has easy access to the moor, and was converted to provide an offsite facility for twenty-four students including accommodation, a refectory, study area and a drying room. It is used as a base for the Duke of Edinburgh Award as well as for academic study weekends and fieldwork.

Situated in Stoneham Lane, just ten minutes from the main school site, the Wellington Sports Ground was purchased in 2004 from the University of Southampton. It contains thirty-three acres of grounds, six tennis courts, four netball courts and a water based astro pitch. A large pavilion with eighteen changing rooms, a kitchen and catering facilities for over one hundred students are also available.

King Edward VI School . Wilton Road . Southampton . Hampshire

Hill Lane

Lovaton

Wellington Sports Ground

Library

The Library is a central hub for the school. In 2019, the Library was extended and renovated, creating a warm, modern and open space for pupils to study, read and learn in. Spread over two floors the library area provides a mix of formal work space and comfortable quiet reading areas, home to over 15,000 books, including fiction, non-fiction, magazines and academic texts.

The Dobson Theatre

Opened in 2017, The Dobson Theatre is a modern, versatile space designed to host a diverse programme of events for the school. The Dobson Theatre is frequently used for theatre, music, dance, presentations / lectures.

Classrooms

There are 92 classrooms available to students at our Hill Lane site. All classrooms are large and fully equipped with technology and facilities to assist students’ learning, including science labs, dedicated music practice rooms, recently extended and renovated art studios and ICT rooms.

Fitness Suite

Every student at King Edward VI School has the opportunity to develop physically through the use of our fitness suite. All students are inducted on how to use age appropriate movements and equipment in the facility and this gives them the opportunity to attend the fitness suite at lunch times and after school. Students are educated on how to develop their own training programmes, as well as having access to specialist 1:1 advice from the Head of Strength and Conditioning. There are also weekly fitness classes run in the suite that aim to challenge students to ensure they reach their physical ambitions.

Wellbeing Centre

The Wellbeing Centre connects all of the relevant areas of the school for enhancing the students’ wellbeing: learning support, the counsellor, the chaplain, the nurses, and a dedicated wellbeing room. The wellbeing room has been designed to be a quiet, safe space in the heart of the school where any student can go when they need to get away from the hustle and bustle of school life. The extra comfy chairs and bean bags are ideal for our Peer Support programme, in which students offer their time to talk to younger students and offer support.

Transport System

At King Edward’s we recognise how important it is to provide suitable transport for our pupils and currently circa 700 pupils use the KETA (King Edward Transport Association) Bus Service on a daily basis. All of our buses fulfil the latest EU environmental standards and are fully seatbelted. We also offer a bus tracking system, accessible through an App on your phone, allowing parents, pupils and the school to know exactly where each bus is, vital information in case of any delays due to traffic.

Arrival time at school is approximately 08:15 and buses depart at 16:10. To accommodate those in after school activities we offer a late bus service, which operates a separate bus service to the daily routes. Late buses do not have all the same drop off points as the daily buses, and are provided to save parents the drive into Southampton during rush hour. Late buses depart at 17:30 however stop times are dependent upon the passenger requirements each day.

Bus Prefects act as a point of contact for pupils on each bus. At the start of the school year prefects are provided with a written brief of the action to take in an emergency and receive a verbal briefing from the Deputy Head (Pastoral).

Places on the buses are allocated in strict order of receipt of the electronic registration form. We do, of course, endeavour to accommodate all requests. The termly fare is payable in advance and appears on the school bill issued by the Accounts Department. If parents wish to terminate the use of the bus, one term’s written notice is required, otherwise a full term’s fare will be charged.

Should you require any further details regarding the operation of the King Edward VI Transport Association (KETA) including the stops and timetables for each route, full details can be found on the school website under Admissions www.senior.kes.school

KETA Bus Route Overview 2022-23

GCSE Examination Results

2022 GCSE Results

• 76.8% of students achieved A*-A at GCSE in 2022 • 99.1% of students achieved A*-C at GCSE in 2022

SUBJECT Ent A* 9/8 A 7 B 6 C 5/4 D 3 E 2 F 1

A*- A% A*- B% A*- C% A*- D% A*-E%

Art 28 12 10 6 0 0 0 0 78.6% 100% 100% 100% 100%

Biology 156 98 27 22 8 1 0 0 80.1% 94.2% 99.4% 100% 100%

Chemistry 153 83 33 19 15 3 0 0 75.8% 88.2% 98% 100% 100%

Classical Civilisation 7 3 0 1 3 0 0 0 42.9% 57.1% 100% 100% 100%

Computer Science 33 15 8 6 3 0 1 0 69.7% 87.9% 97% 97% 100% Dance 3 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% Design & Technology 40 14 12 9 5 0 0 0 65% 87.5% 100% 100% 100% Drama 23 14 4 5 0 0 0 0 78.3% 100% 100% 100% 100% Economics 62 14 24 17 5 2 0 0 61.3% 88.7% 96.8% 100% 100%

English Literature 155 76 50 21 7 0 1 0 81.3% 94.8% 99.4% 99.4% 100% English Language 156 84 46 23 3 0 0 0 83.3% 98.1% 100% 100% 100% French 42 20 11 4 7 0 0 0 73.8% 83.3% 100% 100% 100%

Further Mathematics 51 41 7 1 2 0 0 0 94.1% 96.1% 100% 100% 100% Geography 78 35 24 14 5 0 0 0 75.6% 93.6% 100% 100% 100% German 32 20 7 3 2 0 0 0 84.4% 93.8% 100% 100% 100% History 93 34 16 29 12 1 0 1 53.8% 84.9% 97.8% 98.9% 98.9% Italian 14 4 4 1 2 2 0 1 57.1% 64.3% 78.6% 92.9% 92.9% Latin 9 7 0 1 1 0 0 0 77.8% 88.9% 100% 100% 100% Mathematics 156 92 28 22 14 0 0 0 76.9% 91% 100% 100% 100% Music 26 23 2 1 0 0 0 0 96.2% 100% 100% 100% 100% Physics 156 90 37 15 14 0 0 0 81.4% 91% 100% 100% 100% Religion & Philosophy 5 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 80% 100% 100% 100% 100% Spanish 84 38 24 12 9 1 0 0 73.8% 88.1% 98.8% 100% 100% Sports Science 40 21 11 5 3 0 0 0 80% 92.5% 100% 100% 100% TOTALS 1602 844 386 238 120 10 2 2 76.8% 91.6% 99.1% 99.8% 99.9%

A Level Examination Results

2022 A Level Results

• 69.3% of all exams taken were awarded a A* or A grade in 2022 • 96.1% of students achieved A*-C at A Level in 2022

SUBJECT

Ent A* A B C D E U A*- A% A*- B% A*- C% A*-E%

Art & Design  1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00%

Biology  42 13 15 8 3 1 2 0 66.70% 85.70% 92.90% 100.00% Business  7 0 4 3 0 0 0 0 57.10% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% Chemistry  40 15 16 7 2 0 0 0 77.50% 95.00% 100.00% 100.00%

Classical Civilisation  2 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 50.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% Computer Science  6 3 1 1 1 0 0 0 66.70% 83.30% 100.00% 100.00%

Design & Technology  5 3 1 0 1 0 0 0 80.00% 80.00% 100.00% 100.00%

Drama  3 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 66.70% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% Economics  25 9 10 5 1 0 0 0 76.00% 96.00% 100.00% 100.00%

English Language  7 4 1 2 0 0 0 0 71.40% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% English Literature  6 0 4 2 0 0 0 0 66.70% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% French  5 3 2 0 0 0 0 0 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00%

Further Mathematics  8 4 2 1 0 1 0 0 75.00% 87.50% 87.50% 100.00% Geography  24 7 4 5 6 2 0 0 45.80% 66.70% 91.70% 100.00% German  4 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% History  19 7 7 4 1 0 0 0 73.70% 94.70% 100.00% 100.00% Mathematics  54 22 18 1 9 3 1 0 74.10% 75.90% 92.60% 100.00% Latin  2 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% Music  2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% Philosophy  3 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 33.30% 66.70% 100.00% 100.00% Physics  26 9 9 5 2 1 0 0 69.20% 88.50% 96.20% 100.00% Politics  10 5 3 1 1 0 0 0 80.00% 90.00% 100.00% 100.00% Psychology  27 8 4 10 3 2 0 0 44.40% 81.50% 92.60% 100.00% Spanish

Curriculum

Lower School

The Lower School curriculum aims to provide breadth, balance and variety of activity. All pupils follow a common curriculum in the first two years, as outlined below, with figures representing the number of 50-minute periods per two weeks allocated to a subject.

First Year

English 7 Mathematics 7 Junior Science 6 Modern Language 1 5 Latin 3 History 3 Geography 3 Religious Studies 3 Art 3 Drama 2 Design Technology 3 Music 3 IT & Computing 3 Physical Education 2 Games 4 Extended Studies 4 Tutorial period 1

Notes:

Pupils choose one of French or German or Spanish as their first modern foreign language. On Friday there is time devoted to the Extended Studies Programme, comprising six different units over the school year.

Second Year

English 6 Mathematics 6

Junior Science 6

Modern Language 1 4 Modern Language 2 4 Latin 4 History 4 Geography 4 Religious Studies 3 Art 3 Drama 2 Design Technology 3 Music 3 IT & Computing 2 Physical Education 2 Games 4 Wellbeing 2 Notes: Pupils choose an additional modern foreign language alongside the continued study of the Language studied in the First Year.

Third Year

English 6 Mathematics 6 Physics 4 Chemistry 4 Biology 4

Modern Language 1 4 MFL2 / Italian / Latin 6 Latin 3 Classical Civilisation 3 History 4 Geography 4 Religious Studies 3 Art 3 Drama 3 Design Technology 3 Music 3 Computer Science 3 Physical Education 2 Games 4 Wellbeing 2

Notes:

MFL2 indicates modern language 2. Pupils start a two-year course leading to Religious Studies short course GCSE at the end of the Fourth Year.

Class Sizes

On entering the Lower School, pupils are taught within classes of, on average, 22. Once in the Sixth Form, classes are smaller still with an average class size of 10 this year. Small teaching groups throughout the School are supported by the very latest technology and modern facilities including an extensive use of 1:1 digital learning.

Students choose three subjects from the following: Art, Music, Design Technology, Drama, Latin, Classical Civilisation, or Computing. At least one of these options must be from the four creative subjects.

Upper School

In the Upper School the core is reduced and pupils choose three options of six periods per two weeks to complete their timetable.

Languages must have been studied in the Third Year in order to be opted for at GCSE.

Fourth Year

English 6 Mathematics 6 Modern Language 1 6 Physics 5 Chemistry 5

Biology 5 Religious Studies 3 Physical Education 2 Games 4 Wellbeing 1

Plus three of the below. At least one must be a humanities subject. History, Geography, Economics, Philosophy & Ethics, Latin, Classical Civilisation, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Computer Science, Sports Science, Art, Music, Design Technology, Drama. Those opting for Philosophy & Ethics will take the Higher Project Qualification (HPQ) instead of the short course Religious Studies examination in the Fourth Year.

Reporting

Fifth Year

As the Fourth Year curriculum, Further Mathematics is taken as an extra examination by a proportion of the year group (usually two sets).

Parents receive one formal written report during the course of the year and a parents’ evening provides an opportunity to discuss academic progress with teachers. Half term progress grades are given for all pupils. Parents are invited to contact the tutor in the first instance if they wish to raise any matter relating to their child’s school work or to arrange an individual meeting.

School Activities

Sport

Athletics Badminton Basketball Cricket Cross Country Dance Football Golf Hockey Indoor Hockey Netball Paddleboarding Rounders Rugby Sailing Skiing Squash Swimming Table Tennis Tennis Trampolining Volleyball

Music

Big Band Chamber Choir Chamber Orchestra First Year Choir Music Tech Club Rock Academy Senior Choir Sinfonia Swing Band Symphony Orchestra Theory Club Various Chamber Ensembles

King Edward VI School . Wilton Road . Southampton .

Dance & Drama

Ballet

Dance Gala

Drama Productions Junior Drama Club

LAMDA Musical Theatre Set and Prop Making Stage Make-Up Scriptwriting Club

Tap Dancing

Miscellaneous

Charities Commission

Digital Leaders

Duke of Edinburgh Award Fitness Room

Greenpower House Competitions Operation Wallacea Partnerships

PDSA Partnership School Council

Summer Camp Project Theatre Visits Young Enterprise

Clubs & Societies

Art - Character Design Club

Art- Life Drawing

Astronomy Society

Badminton Club Basketball Club Book Chat

Biology Clinics Cactus Club Charities Commission Chemistry Clinic & Drop In Chess Club

Christian Union Classical Society Cookery Club Creative Writing Dance

Debating & Public Speaking Society Doodle Club Digital Leaders Diversity Society (DivSoc) Drama Club Economics Society Economics Discussion Club

English: Creative Writing English Society Football Club French Film Club Geography Society

German Film Club German Conversation Club Green Team

Greenpower

Historical Society

Hockey – Indoor Italian Club

Japanese Club Library Leaders

Linguistics Olypiad

LitSoc – Booker Price

Lunar Society

Mandarin Club

Maths Challenge Club MedSoc

Modelling & Miniatures

Music: Symphony Orchestra Music Clubs (various available) Paddleboard Club

Photography Club Physics Clinics

Paddleboard Club Politics Society

Practical Engineering Psychology Society Spanish Cinema Club Sailing Club Sanskrit Club Scamp Club School Council Science Club

Senior Debating Club Sewing Club

KES Sustainable Action Group Sustainability Club Spanish Clinic Stage Crew STEM Club

Tycoon Competition Ukrainian Club

Wargaming Club

Previous Overseas Trips

Andalucía Berlin

Ecuador Florence The French Alps

The Galapagos Islands

The Himalayas

Honduras Iceland India Indonesia Jamaica Milan Montpellier North Carolina Prague Rome South Africa Spain Tokyo Vietnam

Teaching Staff

Senior Leadership Team

Head

Mr NT Parker MA St Anne’s College, Oxford, M.Ed Newcastle University, MBA (Open University)

Senior Deputy Head

Mr AF Dellar BSc University of Birmingham

Deputy Head (Academic)

Dr BM Waymark BA, MA(Ed), EdD University of Southampton

Deputy Head (Pastoral)

Mr WE Collinson BA St Peter’s College, Oxford

Head of Upper School

Mrs HEM Searles BA University of Bristol, MA University of Portsmouth

Teaching Staff by Department

Art

Head of Department

Mr GL Piggott BA Exeter College of Art and Design (Head of Creative Arts)

Miss AP McGinn BA Falmouth University (Charities Co-ordinator)

Mr ET Lewis BA Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London

Mrs NA Moxon MA University College of Ripon and York (Extended Studies Co-ordinator)

Mrs SJ Peterson BA University of Bath

Miss C Jones BA Arts University Bournemouthh

Biology

Head of Department

Dr NC Wortham PhD, MBioChem

St Peter’s College, Oxford, University College London. (Head of Biology)

Assistant Head (Registrar)

Mrs EL Sheppard BSc University of Warwick

Assistant Head (Co-curricular)

Miss CE Forsey BMus, PGDip Royal College of Music

Assistant Head (Teacher Development & Pedagogy)

Mrs PE Burrows BSc University of Bath, MSc University of Birmingham

Assistant Head (Digital Strategy)

Mr OJ Rokison MEng University of Edinburgh

Assistant Head (Director of Sixth Form)

Dr EL Thomas MChem Somerville College, Oxford, PhD University of Edinburgh

Head of Lower School

Mrs LC Henderson BEd University of Exeter

Mr ST Aellen BSc University of Leicester (Head of Science)

Mrs JM Barnes-Wardlaw BSc University of Southampton

Miss SOA Bentley BSc Oxford Brooks University (Head of Lawrence, Charlotte Exchange Coordinator)

Mrs LC Burnett BSc University of Exeter (Head of First Year)

Miss HE Crompton BSc University of Exeter (Summer Camp Coordinator)

Miss C Cooper BSc University of Southampton

Mr MP Miller BSc, MPhil University of Wales, Swansea (Head of Lake)

Mrs FK Taylor BSc University of Nottingham

Chemistry

Head of Department

Mrs LA Millington BSc University of Bath (Head of Chemistry)

Mr RJ Cross BSc University of Birmingham

Miss S Patel BSc Aston University

Mr AJ Smith BSc University of Bristol (Acting Head of Biology)

Dr SD Gamblin BSc, PhD Queen Mary and Westfield College London (Deputy Director of Studies)

Mrs EL Sheppard BSc University of Warwick

Dr EL Thomas MChem Somerville College, Oxford, PhD University of Edinburgh

Mrs JN Collinson MChem University of Surrey

Mrs CL Costello-Kelly BSc University of Southampton, MPhil University of Leicester (EPQ Co-ordinator)

Mr AF Dellar BSC University of Birmingham

Mrs GM Dellar BSc University of Essex

Classics

Head of Department

Mrs JM Meredith BA Durham University, MA University of Lampeter (Head of Classics)

Mr CE Giles BA Newcastle University

Mr JC Halls MA University of Edinburgh

Miss I Painter BA University of Durham

Computer Science

Head of Department

Mr D Cutler MPhys University of Southampton (Head of Computer Science)

Mr LJ Hall BEng Southampton Solent University

Mr OJ Rokison MEng University of Edinburgh

Mr MP Willis BEd University of Birmingham

Design and Technology

Head of Department

Mr SH Barker BEd University of Huddersfield, MA University of Central Lancashire (Head of Design and Technology)

Mrs AML Blow BSc Bournemouth University (Head of Design and Technology – with effect from January 23)

Mrs SJ Peterson BA University of Bath

Mrs A Herbert BA Nottingham Trent University

Mr DT Blow BSc Bournemouth University

Mrs J Scott BEd Bath Spa University, MA University of Portsmouth

Economics & Business

Head of Department

Mr P Sheppard BSc University of Southampton (Head of Economics and Business)

Mr ND Culver BA Jesus College, Oxford

Mr MO Laverty BA University of Portsmouth

Mr RP Nichols BA University of Exeter

Mrs S Quinn BA University of Nottingham

Mr S Ritchie BA University of Essex

English

Head of Department

Dr AJ Schofield BA University of Warwick, MA King’s College London, PhD University of Southampton (Head of English)

Mr WE Collinson BA St Peter’s College, Oxford

Miss HL Goodsell MA Durham University (Partnerships Coordinator)

Ms EB Rawson BA, MA University of Colorado

Mr BTP Reekes BA, MA St John’s College, Cambridge

Mrs HK Arnold BA Loughborough University (Second in English)

Mrs S Evans BA Bath Spa University (Head of Year Upper School)

Mrs JL Gunton BA University of Southampton

Ms C Pyne BA MA University of Manchester

Ms LS Dara MA Brunel University, MPhil University of Southampton

Geography

Head of Department

Ms TL King BA Hertford College, Oxford (Acting Head of Geography and Sixth Form Academic Enrichment Coordinator)

Mrs LJ Gibbs BA University of Southampton (Head of Year Upper Sixth)

Dr T Fewtrell BSC, PhD Loughborough University

Mr AW Gilbert BA University of Hull (Head of Prep School Liaison)

Mr GP Havers BSc Cardiff University (Head of Year – Lower Sixth)

Mrs ES Walls MSc University of Leeds (Head of Year Lower School)

Mrs AH Penfold BA University of Exeter (Sustainability Co-ordinator)

History

Head of Department

Mr NJ Diver BA Wadham College, Oxford (Head of Humanities)

Miss JM Barron BA Downing College, Cambridge (Head of Sylvester)

Mrs AF Leathem MA University of Aberdeen (Acting Head of Third Year)

Mr CMJ Dormehl BA Newcastle University (Head of Year Lower School)

Mrs RK Potter BA University of Kent (Politics Co-ordinator)

Mrs S Burt BA Somerville College, Oxford, MA University of Southampton

Mr G Potter BA University of East Anglia

Mathematics

Head of Department

Mr GA Eyssens BEd University of Melbourne (Head of Mathematics)

Mrs CS Asiki BA St Anne’s College, Oxford, MA University of London (Second in Mathematics)

Mr SE Barley BSc Durham University, MSc University of Bath (Head of Watts)

Mr PJ Robinson BEng Nottingham Trent University, MSc University of Southampton, MA Winchester University (Chaplain)

Mr I Rosenburg Bedford College of Higher Education (Head of Year – Upper School)

Mrs LM Matthews BSc University of Portsmouth

Mr JHH Singleton BSc University of Edinburgh (Deputy Director of Studies)

Mrs JA Thimbleby BSc University of Manchester (Second in Mathematics)

Mr MP Willis BEd University of Birmingham

Mr RP Nichols BA University of Exeter

Mr CJC Jackson BSc University of East London (Head of Wellbeing)

Miss ES Ridley BSc King’s College London

Ms C Dolan BSc University of Nottingham

Teaching Staff

Modern Languages

Head

of Department

Mr AJM Sinclair BA Royal Holloway, University of London (Head of Languages)

Ms KM Clement MA University of St Andrews (Head of French)

Ms MJ Gorbat BA Queen’s College University of Oxford (Head of German)

Miss EM Ladislao BA University of Salamanca (Head of Spanish)

Mr SJB Ayers BA University of East Anglia

Mr GSP Lawson BA University College London, MA University of Salford

Mr AJ Kendall BA University of Exeter Mrs HX Deng MA Yokohama Commence University

Miss V Berrueco Pastor MA University of Alcalá

Mrs S Rugge-Price MA University of Edinburgh (Italian Co-ordinator)

Mr R Soames BA University College London

Miss A Galan PGCE University of Portsmouth

Music and Dance

Head of Department

Mr A Eadon BA Middlesex University (Director of Music)

Ms TJ Hayden MA King’s College London, BMusEd Trinity College Dublin (Deputy Director of Music)

Miss SJ Barnett BA University of Southampton (Dance Co-ordinator)

Miss AE Standing BMus Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, MA Royal Academy of Music

Miss J Seaby BA Cardiff University

Physical Education

Head of Department

Mr D Kent BA University of Surrey (Director of Sport)

Mr MG Mixer BSc University of Birmingham (Head of PE and Games)

Miss LG Cole BSc University of Bournemouth, Open University (Head of Netball)

Mr CS Crichton BA University of Fort Hare

(Head of Capon , Head of Hockey)

Mrs LC Henderson BEd University of Exeter

Miss LA Lister BSc University of Birmingham and University of Buckingham

Mr AD Penn BA Canterbury Christ Church University (Head of Reynolds , Head of Cricket)

Mr AL Powell BSc Brunel University London, MSc Cardiff University

Mr J Richardson BSc Bournemouth University

Mrs JAD Ferrand BA University of Reading

Mrs C Kelly BA University of Reading, MA(Ed) University of Southampton (Head of Academic PE)

Mrs HML Penn BA Canterbury Christ Church University Psychology Head of Department

Mrs Brindley-Ewan MA Oxon Oxford University (Head of Psychology)

Mr MP Miller BSc, MPhil University of Wales, Swansea (Head of Lake)

Mr CJC Jackson BSc University of East London (Head of Wellbeing)

Physics

Head of Department

Mr RS Simm BSc University of Manchester (Head of Physics)

Mrs PE Burrows BSc University of Bath, MSc University of Birmingham

Mrs C Ribas de Oliveria BSc University of Sao Paulo, MSc University Anhembi Morumbi

Mr DM Lawson MEng Imperial College London

Mrs M Mahdavi BSc University of Tabriz

Dr MK Mayor MSc University of Gdańsk, PhD University of Aberdeen (Junior Science Co-ordinator)

Philosophy and Religious Studies

Head of Department

Mrs CA Lane BA University of London , MA University of East Anglia (Head of Religious Studies and Philosophy)

Mrs HEM Searles BA University of Bristol, MA University of Portsmouth (Head of Upper School)

Dr KJ Woolstenhulme PhD University of Durham, MSt Oriel College, Oxford

Mr G Potter BA University of East Anglia

Mr AE Cross MA University of Southampton

Mrs RS Kairis BA University of Winchester Drama

Head of Department

Ms LA Gilmour BA King Alfred’s College, University of Southampton (Director of Drama)

Mrs HK Arnold BA Loughborough University (Second in English)

Mrs HG Hawker BA University of Kent

Curriculum Support

Head of Department

Mrs Ramshaw BA University of Chichester (Head of Curriculum Support, SENCO)

Ms CA Boyle BEd University of Southampton

Mrs RL Whitfield BA Portsmouth University, MA (Hons) Goldsmith College, MPhil University of Southampton

Miss N Collings BEd Westminster College, Oxford

School Governors

HM Lord - Lieutenant of Hampshire

Chair:

Mr AJ Morgan MA (Oxon), FCA, ATII (7)

Vice-Chair: Mr IH Rudland (7)

Cllr M Chaloner MA (Cantab) Barrister-at-Law (5)

Mr N Challis CEng, BEng, MIStructE (7)

Mr A J Connell BSc (2)

Mr R Dhanda (7)

Reverend J M Finch (1)

Mr J J Gray BSc FCA (7)

Mr A Jones (7)

Miss P S Kirk B.Ed Cert.Ed (7)

Mr A Knibb BA (Hons), B Arch, ARB, RIBA, Vice Chairman Hampshire RIBA (7)

Dr J E Mitchell MA (Cantab), MBBS, DRCOG, DCH (7)

Mrs C G Musker Chartered MCIPD (7)

Mrs H V Nicholson MA (Oxon) MSc (7)

Mr W A Oscoft BSc (7)

Mrs W P Swinn BDS, LDS, RCS (7)

Dr A L Thomas MA, PhD (Cantab), CBiol, MRSB (7)

Cllr A Winning (5)

Clerk:

R V Maher BA (Econ), ACA

Mr AJ Morgan, Chair of Governors

Fees, Scholarships & Bursaries

Fees

The fee, as of Autumn Term 2022, is £18,645 per annum. This is paid via three termly payments of £6,215.

Included within the fees:

• All sports through your child’s time with us.

• All sports fixtures, which take place every Saturday term time, both home and away.

• All societies and clubs, of which we offer approximately 50 each term*.

• Subsidised Curriculum Trips.

• Use of a personal locker, during their time at the school.

Optional Extras

Healthy school lunches (at £5.30 per day), the school bus, insurance, instrumental tuition, residential trips and tours.

*Sailing Club requires a £60 yearly membership fee and Paddleboarding Club is offered on a pay as you go basis.

Family Reduction

We offer an all-inclusive 5% reduction for siblings who are not receiving any bursary awards.

Payment

Payments are by direct debit on the first day of term unless an alternative arrangement has been agreed. Third party companies provide monthly payment options, details of which will be forwarded with the Autumn Term fee account. Parents are advised to take independent financial advice should they wish to use any third party payment options.

Deposit

If, in due course, a place is offered, a deposit of £200 will be payable when the offer is accepted. This deposit will be repaid, without interest, within three months of the pupil leaving the school less any sums due to the school on leaving.

Applications

A £50 non-returnable fee is charged for an application except when the application to be considered is for a bursary place when the fee is £25.

Lunches

For 2022-23, the cost of lunch is £5.30 per day. For that price, students have a choice of salads, soups, sandwiches, hot dinners, vegetables and desserts.

Withdrawal

One term’s notice in writing of the intention to withdraw a pupil from the school must be given. Without such notice a term’s fee in lieu of notice is due.

Insurance

Fees cannot be refunded for absence and parents are advised to take advantage of the school fees remission scheme, details of which are forwarded when a pupil enters the school. Parents are also invited to consider insuring the payment of school fees in the event of the death of the fee payer. Parents are advised to take independent advice should they wish to use any third party insurance options.

Bursaries

The school will offer a number of means-tested bursaries each year to pupils entering the First and Third Years and the Sixth Form. Bursaries will have a maximum value of 100% of the full fee. In addition to taking account of all relevant sources of income, the school takes account of relevant capital assets. Applicants should note that subject to your capital assets, if your gross family income is below approximately £35,000 you may qualify for a full bursary. If your gross family income is in excess of approximately £80,000 you would not qualify for any assistance. Between these two figures a sliding scale will operate. This scale is subject to annual review. Once awarded, the entitlement to a bursary will remain with a pupil throughout his or her time at the school and will be reviewed annually.

Academic Scholarships

A limited number of scholarships are available to entrants at age 11+ and 13+, valued at up to 10% of the fee per annum. These will be awarded on the results of the Admissions Examination. The scholarships awarded are tenable for one year. There is no need to apply for an academic scholarship as all applicants are automatically eligible.

Creative Arts Scholarships

Creative Arts Scholarships are available at 11+ in Music, Art and Drama and at 13+ in music only. These are valued at up to 5% of the fee per annum and are tenable for three years (one year for the 13+ Music Scholarship). Candidates may apply for one Creative Arts Scholarship only. The successful candidates would be expected, during the tenure of their award, to make an important and continuing contribution to the creative arts at the school. Candidates applying for a Creative Arts Scholarship may also apply for a Sports Award.

Music Scholarships

Candidates at 11+ should have reached approximately the standard of grade 5 in one instrument (grade 6 for 13+ candidates). The ability to sing or some competence in a second instrument would be regarded as an additional, though not essential, qualification. Short-listed candidates will be invited to audition and asked to play two prepared pieces of contrasting styles. Candidates may offer singing, the piano or any orchestral instrument. Both pieces may be played on the same instrument: alternatively, where two instruments are offered, one piece may be played on the candidate’s first instrument, the other on the second. Candidates will also be asked to play a piece of sight-reading on the first instrument.

Drama Scholarships

The short-listed candidates will be invited to attend individual auditions, interviews and a group workshop. Auditions will take place in front of the Head of Drama, another member of the Drama Department and the other auditionees. In addition, each child will have a short, informal interview about their performance, experience and their interest in Drama. The final session will be a whole group workshop in which the children may be asked to work on various games, improvisations and sketches together.

Art Scholarships

Candidates should prepare a portfolio of their own work. Candidates must display both a flair for, and an interest in, the subject. From the portfolios we receive, a shortlist of candidates will be drawn up and invited to attend a workshop.

The morning will consist of an interview with a member of the department where candidates will have the opportunity to discuss their work and interest in art. There will be two set tasks whereby candidates can demonstrate their talents in observational drawing, imagination and three dimensional skills.

Sports Awards

At King Edward’s we value sport and it is a very important part of the school’s ethos. Each year a number of Sports Awards are available for those applying to join us at both 11+ and at 13+. In addition to the receipt of an award, the recipient will be a member of the Elite Sports Performer Programme in which we support the individual’s sporting development within the whole school environment. We invite applications from children with a passion for sport who have achieved, or shown the potential to achieve, a high level of sporting performance in at least one of the school’s major sports; hockey, netball and cricket for girls, and hockey, rugby and cricket for boys.

A shortlist of applicants will be invited to attend a selection day. This will involve a morning of fitness assessment and an afternoon of team sport coaching sessions that will focus on competitive sporting performance.

Candidates may apply for a Sports Award as well as a Creative Arts Scholarship.

Visit Us

Open Evening

Our annual Open Evening, which takes place in October, provides the perfect, and informal, chance for families to experience life at King Edward’s. During the event, we use the entire school site, allowing families to see all of our impressive facilities, as well as subject areas and classrooms. Visitors will be given a map of the school upon entry, and have the option to be guided around the school by one of our students, who can share their personal experience of settling into life at KES. Students will show you our brand new (opened September 2022) Sixth Form Concourse and Gym, as well as our Wellbeing Centre, sports facilities and the Library.

All staff at King Edward’s will be on-hand throughout the evening, providing families with the opportunity to ask about the curriculum, pastoral support, learning needs, applications, funding, finance and more. Mr Parker, Head, will also be providing a couple of talks from the Dobson Theatre; which families are able to book. The Senior Leadership Team, Heads of Departments and Heads of Year will also be on hand throughout the evening.

Taster Mornings

Our popular Taster Morning events are a fantastic way for parents and children to experience the School. During the event families will have the chance to meet the Head, explore the school and grounds, learn more about King Edward’s and join us for lunch. The format for the event is detailed below.

(10.00am) Arrive for refreshments and registration before pupils will experience three short taster lessons* and parents will attend a welcome address from the Head, Mr Parker (10.30am). Parents will then be taken on a tour of the School (11.15am), ending the visit with families joining us for lunch (12.00pm – 12.45pm).

*Please note that the actual taster lessons offered will vary in subject from event to event. Subjects cannot be guaranteed in advance.

Dates for these events are published on our website throughout the year. Parents who would like to be notified when these events become available should make sure to fill out an enquiry form at www.kes.school

Morning feedback 2022

Individual Tours

Individual Tours are bookable throughout the year, and are with a senior member of staff. These tours are available for families to take during the school day, providing a real insight into what your child can expect day-to-day. There will be opportunities to drop into lessons, tour the school and ask questions to the member of staff. To enquire about a tour, please email the admissions team on registrar@kes.hants.sch.uk

Throughout the year we invite families to come and experience our School, to help decide if King Edward VI School is right for your child.

My daughter enjoyed the taster classes and got a feel for what life might be like as a pupil at KES which was really important for us all to understand.

Taster

Open Evening

We are holding our Open Evening on Friday 7 October 2022 between 6.00pm and 8.30pm. To book please visit our website.

Taster Mornings

These are by appointment, for more information and to book, please contact Mrs Sheppard at registrar@kes.hants.sch.uk

Individual Tours

We are providing individual tours around the school for prospective pupils. To book a tour, contact Mrs Sheppard at registrar@kes.hants.sch.uk

Registration

A child may be registered at any age prior to possible admission to the school. An online enquiry form may be found at www.kes.school

Applications for 2023

be returned by Monday 14 November 2022

Admissions Examination

Format & Content of Admissions Examination

Each 11+ and 13+ candidate is tested in three areas: Reasoning, English and Mathematics. No special preparation is expected or required for the tests and past papers are not published for tests at any level. Questions are based on the National Curriculum for each age group.

Reasoning

10 minute practice paper 45 minute test paper

The reasoning tests examine a range of intelligence skills and will include questions on words and numbers.

English

20 minute Reading Comprehension paper 30 minute Writing Paper

The Reading Paper requires candidates to answer questions on an extract from a children’s novel. At 11+ it is entirely multiple choice, whilst 13+ also requires written answers. Initial questions involve understanding of basic plot, later ones might ask for interpretation or analysis of language.

The Writing Paper requires students to choose from three titles: they may be asked to write a letter, the words for a speech, a debate, a story, a newspaper article and so on. Spelling and punctuation are very important, but focus and structure are also rewarded. The best answers are lively, original and full of flair.

Mathematics

45 minute paper (calculators are not permitted)

This paper checks basic numerical skills, algebra, measurement, geometry and statistics. Candidates are also expected to demonstrate problem solving skills and mathematical reasoning. Questions may be set from the following:

11+

Addition and subtraction of integers and decimals; long multiplication of integers; or division by one or two digit integers; addition, subtraction and multiplication of simple decimals; making sensible estimates of everyday objects; simplifying fractions; finding fractions of quantities; simple percentages; use of common imperial or metric units in context. Recognising number patterns; knowing prime numbers and square numbers up to 10 x 10; Cartesian co-ordinates; using simple formulae; understand the meaning of factor and multiple; use correctly the symbols <, > and =; understand the use of brackets to determine the order of operations.

Recognise that angles on a straight line total 180° and the sum of the angles of a triangle is 180°; Simple 2D and 3D shapes; visualise 3D shapes from 2D drawings; reflective and rotational symmetry; translation; finding perimeters, areas or simple volumes; angles. Know how to convert one metric unit to another and know the rough metric equivalents of imperial units in daily use; use units of time – seconds, minutes, hours, days and weeks and know the relationship between them.

Interpretation of statistical diagrams (bar charts, pie charts, etc); estimation of probability on the scale of 0 to 1; mean, mode and range of a set of data.

Admissions Interview

13+ (11+ material is assumed)

The four basic operations applied to fractions; ratios, calculations with decimals, use of estimation to check calculations. Generating sequences using formulae; co-ordinates in all quadrants; solving simple equations or inequalities; simplifying algebraic expressions; substituting numbers into a formula. Solving a pair of simultaneous equations either graphically or by elimination. The graphical representation of simple linear equations. Understanding the meaning of square, square root, cube and cube root; use index notation and know the laws for multiplying and dividing positive integer powers.

2D and 3D shapes; area of plane shapes or volumes of simple solids; types of quadrilaterals; Pythagoras’ Theorem. Find an exterior or interior angle of a regular polygon. Transformations: Rotation, Reflection, Translation and Enlargement.

Probability; outcomes of combining two independent events. Have a basic understanding of correlation and be able to use a line of best fit.

In addition to the examinations, applicants will attend an interview at King Edward’s as part of the application process. Our interviews are a lovely opportunity for us to get to know your child, and to find out who they are as an individual. Unlike the examinations, the interviews are not academically-focussed and are likely to involve a discussion of your child’s interests both in and outside school. They last for approximately 15 minutes, and children will be interviewed by a member of the teaching staff. These interviews also provide an opportunity for your child to find out about us and to ask any questions they may have. There is no preparation required for the interview.

History of the School

Winkle Street 1553 – 1696

William Capon left money in his will to found a grammar school for poor scholars of Southampton. The King signed the necessary charter in 1553 and the school opened in 1554 in Winkle Street, an unfashionable part of the town, inside the city wall near God’s House Tower gate. In 1938, purpose-built school buildings were constructed at Hill Lane, and the school have accommodated ever since.

King Edward VI School become Independent 1978

An appeal was launched for funds to enable the School to become independent in 1978. The target of the appeal was £300,000 but by the following summer it had reached £700,000. Colin Dobson, the Head Master, was able to express satisfaction that Bursaries for 34 of the School’s one hundred and fifty new entrants had been provided.

King Edward VI School becomes fully co-educational 1994

In 1994 45 girls joined 86 boys as the first intake.

King Edward VI School . Wilton Road . Southampton .

Purchased Stroud, 2012

In 2012, King Edward VI School made Stroud School, Romsey its official preparatory school. The school is located on the edge of the market town of Romsey and comprises of Early Years, Key Stage 1, Middle and Senior School, welcoming children from three to eleven years of age. Stroud’s outstanding outdoor environment includes sports fields, woodland, riding stables, a swimming pool, gardens, a nature reserve with a pond and a range of wildlife.

Wellbeing Centre opened, 2021

The Wellbeing Centre connects all the relevant areas of the school for enhancing the students’ wellbeing; learning support, the counsellor, the chaplain, the nurses, and a dedicated wellbeing room. The wellbeing room has been designed to be a quiet, safe space in the heart of the school where any student can go when they need to get away from the hustle and bustle of school life.

If you would like to read more about our history, please visit our timeline on our homepage.

Sixth Form

The Sixth Form is a very important and exciting time in the life of a King Edward’s student.

In terms of the curriculum, many students blossom when they are able to choose and concentrate upon the subjects that really appeal to them. In addition to curriculum time, there are many opportunities for leadership roles, and we look to help students develop their wider skill set through a comprehensive Foundation Studies course and there is a wide-ranging cocurricular programme.

Sixth Form students are taught their lessons throughout the school building, and are an integral part of the community. The students do, however, have their own study and social areas.

Students study three or four subjects in the Lower Sixth, and most will concentrate on three subjects in the Upper Sixth. The Foundation Studies programme is followed by all in the Lower Sixth.

Upper Sixth students taking three subjects to full A Level may take the Extended Project or follow Foundation Studies courses (general studies). In addition, all have Open Forum (our lecture programme) and four periods of Games in both Lower and Upper Sixth, per fortnight.

Available A Levels are:

Art and Design

Fine Art

Art and Design

Photography Biology Business Chemistry Classical Civilisation Computer Science Design and Technology

Economics English Language & Linguistics English Literature French Further Mathematics Geography German History Latin

Mathematics Music Philosophy Physics Politics Psychology Spanish Sports Science Drama & Theatre Studies

Please see the separate Sixth Form Guide for more information about the Sixth Form at King Edward’s.

Higher Education & Careers

Most of our students proceed to university when they leave King Edward’s, with a majority heading to Russell Group universities. Our higher education programme runs for the full two years of Sixth Form and advice and support continues after students receive their A Level results, once they have already left King Edward’s. Much of the HE training and information is delivered through the regular Foundation Studies sessions. In addition, we host, run and organise assemblies, talks, lectures, visiting speakers and workshops, covering everything from studying abroad to degree apprenticeships, taking a gap year and CV writing. Former King Edward’s students are invited back to share their experiences and advise the current Sixth Formers.

We organise Open Day visits to a number of universities and promote a huge variety of university summer courses, taster days and subject-specific sessions. Our dedicated Higher Education team is always available, offering one-to-one advice and guidance for Sixth Form students to help them make the best possible choices for their future success and happiness.

Higher Education Careers

Careers education is delivered in all year groups and the programme is intrinsically linked to the pastoral system and is delivered by tutors, year heads, careers specialists and those in charge of organising the academic curriculum.

King Edward’s students are introduced to various career software programmes at an early age to help make them aware of the breadth and depth of career options available to them. Advice on academic option selection is delivered to ensure that students’ GCSE and A Level choices match any career plans they may have.

Psychometric testing is introduced in the Third and Fourth Years. These are designed to help suggest career avenues that play to a student’s academic and social strengths, whilst matching their own ideas of what may or may not be important to them in their future careers. Every member of the Fifth Year also receives face-to-face careers advice. This continues into the Sixth Form, where we operate an open-door policy for careers guidance.

Our dedicated HE & Careers Team are on hand to ensure easy access to specialist resources and advice, for all year groups.

Stroud School, King Edward VI Preparatory

About Stroud School, King Edward VI Preparatory

In a beautiful setting on the edge of the market town of Romsey, you will find our preparatory school. Stroud School. Stroud is an exciting school, where boys and girls aged 3 to 11 years old thrive in its unique family environment.

Stroud school comprises of Early Years, Key Stage 1, Middle School and Senior School, and when you visit, expect to see pupils who are happy, respectful and honest.

As our prep school, the curriculum is designed to achieve the highest academic standards, without compromising on the key skills our children need to be successful. Specialist teaching begins in Nursery with specialist sport, music, languages and computing, and this develops along with the children. With small classes, dedicated teachers and an exciting extracurricular clubs and activities programme, children are exposed to many activities which will hopefully

ignite their passions. Additionally, there’s an outdoor pool, huge sports hall, riding paddock, dance studio, music practice rooms, a science lab, dedicated ICT suites for both KS1 and KS2 plus a Masterchef-style food tech kitchen and a newly-expanded Wellbeing centre.

The school ethos and curriculum is centred around the Stroud Spirit values, which provide pupils with a strong sense of community; this character curriculum not only fosters creativity and curiosity, but it equips its children with empathy, celebrates individuality and encourages its children to live up to the school motto, in aeternum intrepidus –Forever Undaunted – every day.

Stroud has always been a school that believes in children thriving when they are happy and have plenty of access to the great outdoors. In a world where education is increasingly digitised, Stroud wants its children to flourish outside, whether that’s

during Forest School sessions in the woods, conducting science experiments down by the ponds or caring for the school farm animals. Its farm is home to chickens (fed by the little ones), beehives and pygmy goats, which live alongside two ponies. There are large ponds used for pond dipping and ecology studies. Veg boxes sit just outside the classrooms and the school has held an Eco School Green Flag for 10 years, recognising our commitment to sustainability.

To find out more about what makes Stroud special, and to see what our prep school can offer your child, please visit the website www.stroud.kes.school, email registrar@stroud-kes.org.uk or call 01794 513231

King Edward VI School . Wilton Road . Southampton . Hampshire SO15 5UQ

Headmistress’s Welcome

I am delighted to welcome you to Stroud, King Edward VI Preparatory school, in beautiful rural Hampshire. We are the feeder school to King Edward VI, Southampton and offer the all-important foundations to a successful onward journey.

Our ambition is to ensure our children flourish and become the very best version of themselves. We strive to uncover and nurture talents and passions, develop strength of character and promote a deep love of learning. We are hugely ambitious for our children, but do not believe

academic rigour has to be to the detriment of a happy childhood. Thriving outside the classroom is just as important as innovating within it.

If you’d like to find out more I’d be delighted to welcome you to Stroud, in person

Rebecca Smith, Headmistress

Mrs

A Word From Current Parents

“I just wanted to thank all the teachers and school for all the hard work they put in with our children. My son is a different boy since he joined KES and that is for all good reasons. He has got so much confidence now. We are really happy with his overall learning and behaviour. He has truly made us proud and a big credit goes to the school. A big thank you to you and all the teachers!”

First Year Parent, May 2021

chaotic, this year has been, but KES and its staff have risen to every challenge and continued to create high level, fun learning opportunities for the children.

impressed at how it was dealt with. To know as a teenager that you have adults at school you can trust and go to is of real importance and I know that she truly appreciates it.”

“I just wanted to write to say a huge thank you to you and all your staff for everything you have all done this academic year. As a teacher myself, I know how unsettling, and at times

I know I am lucky to have a hard working, diligent daughter who is harder on herself than any adult could ever be, but I am certain that it is the support, enthusiasm and quality of the teaching that is helping her really achieve her potential. I can see her truly blossoming at KES. More importantly though, is the nurturing and caring nature of the school, which I fear people often overlook. When my daughter had the smallest wobble last term and mentioned it, it was immediately acted upon and I was so

Second Year Parent, March 2021

“I feel so lucky and grateful that we are able to send our son (hopefully son number two in the future too) to your school.”

Third Year Parent, November 2020

For a school prospectus, application forms, further information or to visit the School, please contact: Mrs Sheppard, The Registrar, King Edward VI School, Wilton Road, Southampton, Hants SO15 5UQ

Tel: 023 8079 9216

Email: registrar@kes.hants.sch.uk

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