BOARDING KINGSWOODAT
“Parents talk of the overall sense of ‘being part of a community that cares about each other.” Good Schools Guide
Kingswood is without a doubt, a home from home for our boarders. They join us in Years 7 to 13 and come from all over the world. This fantastic mix of different backgrounds makes the boarding experience here so special, and an ideal preparation for life outside of school. The support of our dedicated staff, whether teachers or residential house parents, helps our pupils to ignite their potential. They are always on hand to offer assistance, guidance and encouragement, or even just a listening ear.
Our kind and inclusive school means that children are known and nurtured as individuals, while benefiting from the array of activities, subjects and experiences that a British boarding school can offer. Pupils are encouraged to work hard, but also to enjoy a balanced life style, with the opportunity to discover and develop new passions. As pupils grow older, they are encouraged to develop their own independence, taking responsibility for their studies and making informed decisions and choices for themselves, all within the foundation of the boarding house. The decision to send your child away to boarding school is one to be carefully considered. I truly believe that Kingswood provides a safe, nurturing but exciting experience for pupils, whether day or boarding. We would be delighted to welcome you for a tour to find out more, or to arrange a virtual meeting with me to discuss why Kingswood could be right for your child.
DARRELL HARDING Head of Boarding
Welcome from THE head of boarding
As Head of Boarding at Kingswood School it gives me great pleasure to share a small snap shot of what life is like for our boarders. I have lived on site for 15 years, with my wife, and my children, who have grown up here and I feel immensely blessed to be part of the school experience for so many of our pupils.
With a warm and welcoming, inclusive boarding and day community, and free of pretension, Kingswood balances academic rigour, strength in the arts and sport, traditional values and outstanding pastoral care with a forward-thinking, can-do approach.
Both the Prep School (nine months - 11 years) and the Senior School (11 - 18 years) offer a broad, holistic education, in which pupils are encouraged to develop selfassurance and high levels of personal motivation. Academic achievement takes place within the context of all-round personal development, and high standards are combined with a sense of responsibility and service. Kingswood pupils excel on a personal level while also making a real difference to the lives of others. Our nearly 200 boarders are at the heart of the school and join us from over 20 countries as well as the UK. The community is diverse, and warm. Our boarding community and house parents help boarders to settle quickly in our cosy “home from home” houses, making friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. a warm
An education of depth and breadth, where every child can ignite their potential Kingswood School is situated on a magnificent 200-acre site in Lansdown, Bath. “The boarding community really is at the heart of Kingswood! It operates collectively as a community, and a family that continue to support each other and spend quality time together.”
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Years 9+: Boarders join one of 4 Senior houses, which is home to pupils from Year 9 to Year 13. The boarding houses are a pupil’s home from home: where they will sleep, study and relax. Each house also has day pupils as members, and the whole house unites together, particularly for the main inter house competitions, fund-raising events and celebrations throughout the year. Our day pupils arrive in school from 8:15 and stay, in many cases, for prep and supper; all pupils have busy days, full of opportunities to try new things and develop existing passions.
Life as a Boarder
WESTWOOD Westwood House, for Year 7 and 8, home to around 40 boarders, with outside woods and gardens, cosy common rooms and dorms with some of the best views over Bath.
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KINGSWOOD BOARDING HOUSES
FONTHILL The original girls boarding house, home to around 30 boarders, who love a film night, and led by Mrs Mainwaring.
Kingswood has 5 boarding houses, each with resident house parents, matrons and tutors who will help your child quickly feel at home.
SUMMERHILL A house for 45 girls in our main School building, led by Mrs Lopez, where House Baking is a delicious occurrence.
Year 7 and 8: all Junior Boarders and Day pupils join Westwood House. Westwood House provides the physical space for this step up to Senior school, with its dedicated library and prep room, chill out spaces and games rooms, as well as the ever-popular Westwood Woods. Pupils are supported by tutors, as well as Year 12 Prefects.
MIDDLE A house of 40 boys, led by Mr Smyth. The home made pizza oven is a firm favourite! HALL A house of 40 boys led by Mr Brown, with the very popular fire pit for evenings of fireside singing. ...days full opportunitiesoftotrynewthings
Breakfast, as a critical start to the day, offers hot cooked breakfast as well as cereal, toast and fruit. The boarders brunch, at the weekend, is very popular.
Supper is taken in the main dining room, with popular theme nights, as well as the usual offering of two hot meal choices and a delicious pudding.
Each house also has a kitchen, where boarders can prepare snacks, and under the supervision of house staff, often cook weekend meals together and of course, bake!
Lunch, in the main dining room for Years 7-11 and in the Sixth Form Dining Room for Year 12 and Year 13 sees pupils choosing from three hot meal options, as well as soup, salads, pudding and fruit.
We know how important it is to fuel the body and mind, to help our pupils take part in the many activities we offer.
Catering for Boarders
Lexi, Year 8
“The community vibe at Westwood is one of the main factors that makes boarding life enjoyable. Although sometimes it can be hard to be away from home, living in close quarters with my friends is also a special part of being a boarder.”
• We have the highest ambitions for our pupils and seek to develop their character and personality through a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities.
Academic Success at Kingswood
Founded in 1748, Kingswood is a very special place that combines a long and proud history with a modern and dynamic educational outlook.
In our most recent inspection report, our outstanding teaching was highlighted and pupils’ progress in relation to their abilities was rated as exceptional.
• It is a school whose pupils achieve outstanding academic results and where all are encouraged to develop a love of learning and a spirit of enquiry.
90% of Year 13 receive offers from their first universitychoice Our challenge is to prepare pupils for the world today, equipping them with the skills and academic results needed to make successful career choices. A Kingswood education offers so much more than just excellent examination results.
• At the core of a Kingswood education is the belief that every individual has talents that need to be nurtured and developed as part of their preparation for adult life. Most importantly, pupils are encouraged to develop a sense of service and a real understanding of leadership and responsibility.
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From Year 10, pupils will usually study around 10 I/GCSE qualifications over a two year period: choosing a number of options in addition to core subjects. pupils move into Year 12, most will study 3 subjects, while some will undertake the EPQ (Extend Project Qualification) or take advantage of our wider enrichment opportunities, such as language or creative writing courses. see a broad curriculum as critical to a meaningful senior school experience. Kingswood pupils acquire a great body of culturally important knowledge, shaped by their learning to be well-rounded and empowered adults. While our pupils achieve excellent results, foster a love of learning in children and a development of character. recently journey even think Kingswood
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A Level Subject Options: Popular University Destinations Include: • Cambridge • Oxford • Exeter • Leeds • Birmingham • Cardiff • Manchester • St Andrews • UCL • Edinburgh • Bristol • Durham • Warwick • King’s London Recent Leavers Destinations: • Rohan from Kenya to read Microbiology at Nottingham University • Rin from Japan to Economics & Management at Oxford • Korn from Thailand to read Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London • Leo from Russia to read Architecture at UCL • Stefans from Latvia, who
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In Years 7 to 9, teachers ensure our pupils have the foundational knowledge that will be built on for GCSE and A Level. Pupils discover for themselves which subjects they love, while developing the skills and thinking dispositions that will serve them well in the future.
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As a full boarding school, the campus is busy over the weekend, whether pupils are playing in fixtures, catching up on some prep, practicing in the Music School or joining a weekend activity. These can vary from a trip into Bath for shopping, zorbing football on the Lower playing field, to theatre trips in Bristol or to local sites such as Glastonbury Tor.
While academic work is central, the Kingswood experience is about so much more than this.
Boarding Activities
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“Some of the best parts of boarding would be living with my friends and going on Sunday trips.”
During the week, boarders have the opportunity to take part in one of over 100 activities from Rock Climbing to Repair Club, or Film Club to Football. As well as fielding nearly 30 teams each week for school fixtures, we also encourage pupils’ participation; early morning swimming and evening hockey are attended by those on the first team, as well as those just wanting to train and enjoy the exercise and camaraderie.
Our Admissions team would be delighted to hear from you via email or phone: admissions@kingswood.bath.sch.uk | +44 (0)1225 734210 We welcome families on personal tours or to our main open days. Click here for further information. Our main entry points are Year 7, Year 9 and Year 12, although there may occasionally be places available in other years. For more information and specific deadlines by entry points, please visit: Senior and Sixth Form Admissions Process or contact the Kingswood Admissions Team. To find out more about boarding, watch Boardingourvideo Admissions TO KINGSWOOD 9YEAR ENTRY 7YEAR ENTRY FORMSIXTH ENTRY SPECIAL ASSESSMENTSTALENT Art, Design Technology, Drama, Music, Sport REGISTRATION forregisterentry SCHOLARSHIPS apply for a special talent scholarship TASTER DAY & INTERVIEW at KingswoodSchool ENTRANCEEXAMS pupils sit written papers BURSARYS apply for assistancebursary REGISTRATION forregisterentry SCHOLARSHIPS apply for a special talent scholarship TASTER DAY & INTERVIEW at KingswoodSchool SPECIAL ASSESSMENTSTALENT Art, Design Technology, Drama, Music, Sport ENTRANCEEXAMS pupils sit written papers BURSARYS apply for assistancebursary REGISTRATION forregisterentry INTERVIEWS sixth interviewsform SPECIAL SCHOLARSHIPSTALENT Art, Design Technology, Drama, Music, Sport SCHOLARSHIPSACADEMIC pupils sit written papers BURSARYS apply for assistancebursary OCTOBEROCTOBER JANUARY FEBRUARY NOVEMBER NOVEMBER JANUARY
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