Pupil Well-being

Pastoral care at King’s is not just a complementary practice: it is a caring approach fully integrated and interwoven into the fabric of teaching and learning and every aspect of school life. Our approach ensures that every pupil has a full sense of belonging and that they feel part of our much-loved community.

Through our focus on the development of the individual, we aim to provide a genuinely caring environment where young people can thrive and develop as curious, caring and confident members of the King’s community and the broader society.

Pastoral Care Responsibility

The Deputy Head Pastoral, Miss Harriet Dyke, oversees the entire pastoral system at King’s. Working alongside the House Tutors, Heads of Section and the Form Tutors and Year Group Tutors, together they provide a uniquely supportive environment designed to foster and encourage pupil well-being.

Our Head of Middle Years is Mrs Emmah Ferguson, supported by Assistant Head of Middle Years, Mrs Rebecca Kent. They work with our/the House Staff to ensure that all pupils achieve their best as they progress through their GCSE courses.

Our most senior pupils are guided by Mr Josh Hand, our Head of Sixth Form, who is supported by Mrs Claire Neville, our Assistant Head of Sixth Form. They work closely with our Higher Education team and House Tutors to ensure that all pupils make the most of their time in the Sixth Form and that they are prepared for life beyond King’s.

Our ethos emphasises mutual respect, openness, and warmth; it is the quality of relationships within the school that makes the pastoral care at King’s so special.

Our Pastoral Support Structure

King’s is a happy school; we believe that all pupils can be successful in an environment which is caring, optimistic and encouraging. Our dedicated network of support structures at King’s is integral to ensuring pupils are fully cared for during their time here.

A uniquely nurturing and supportive pastoral House and Tutor group structure

Dedicated and experienced staff who provide help, support and guidance

Health Centre

Counselling Team

Chaplain

Learning Skills Team