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Here, we profile some of the best independent schools and colleges, across Lincolnshire offering the very best education the region has to offer...
Words: Rob Davis. Pictured: St Hugh’s School, Woodhall Spa.
St Hugh’s School
At St Hugh’s School we are passionate about providing the widest range of opportunities for every child. Underpinning what we do is the care and support needed for every pupil to thrive throughout their education and wherever their aspirations take them. As part of their learning journey, we prioritise wellbeing, happiness and exciting learning. With Nursery provision from age two right through to Year 8, we are privileged to be able to shape the young lives of so many children. From day one, even our very youngest children benefit from specialist teaching in French, Music and PE, as well as Swimming in our heated indoor pool. Our unique learning philosophy places personal characteristics right at the forefront of everything we do and ensures our academic provision is tailor made for our children. The ability of our Year 8 pupils to work independently can be directly traced from the excitement of our ‘Independent Iguanas’ in Reception – the foundations laid in Early Years are the foundations for the education that is offered throughout the school. Children talk routinely about being curious, about teamwork and being reflective. These attributes stand them in brilliant stead for their future and we are dedicated to developing the whole self. With so much more to offer, we firmly believe the best way to get a feel for our School and Nursery is to visit us. n To book a visit, please call 01526 352169, email office@st-hughs.lincs.sch.uk or see www.st-hughs.lincs.sch.uk. Oakham School is a vibrant, fully co-educational boarding and day school for 10–18 year olds. Our key strengths lie in the spectacularly wide range of academic and extra-curricular opportunities that we provide and a caring and balanced school community. Whilst academic excellence lies at the heart of everything we do, our focus goes far beyond just encouraging our students to achieve outstanding results in their examinations. Our genuinely holistic approach to education means that pupils leave Oakham as intellectually ambitious thinkers, who are effective and independent learners, well equipped with the skills and habits of mind to thrive in tomorrow’s world. Over many years, the School has also been recognised nationally for its outstanding achievements in
Oakham School, Oakham
sport, music, drama and the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme. Our House structure ensures we nurture all aspects of our pupils’ well-being during every stage of their Oakham journey. Pupils are surrounded by staff who are expertly trained to support their needs, who challenge them to become independent, thoughtful and responsible young adults. The School’s location close to Rutland Water, in the picturesque town of Oakham, means our pupils and staff enjoy the safety of living and working in a beautifully green campus just a few minutes’ walk from its historic town centre and amenities. n A series of Open Events are being held in September and October. For more information and to book a place, contact Admissions on 01572 758758 or find out more at oakham.rutland.sch.uk
Bourne Grammar School
Bourne Grammar School, is a mixed selective School with a large Sixth Form offering academic A-Levels. The School is rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and in the last decade it has expanded rapidly. There are now over 1,600 students on roll, including over 400 in the Sixth Form.
This growth in student numbers has been matched by the development of the site; recent years have seen the opening of a number of impressive, well-appointed buildings including a new £4m Science Block. The School attaches great importance to the pursuit of academic excellence. It has a tradition of hard work, respect for achievement and outstanding pastoral support for all. Public examination results, at all levels, are also outstanding. The school seeks to provide an ethos which encourages in its students an attitude of hard work and consideration for others. It is Bourne Grammar School’s intention that former students will reflect on their time at the School as being intellectually stimulating, personally challenging, and rewarding. The academic curriculum, is enhanced by the many extra-curricular activities on offer in the areas of sport, music, drama, dance and art. There are also many different clubs and societies run at lunch and after school. In addition, trips and visits to concerts, plays, art galleries and other events and places are offered, both in this country and abroad. n For details of how to attend a tour around the school, see www.bourne-grammar.lincs.sch.uk or call 01778 422 288.
The University of Lincoln
The University of Lincoln has become a hub of gold standard teaching, world-leading research, and amazing links with industry. Situated in the heart of a beautiful and historic city, it is no surprise the University was named Modern University of the Year in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021. Whether you are thinking about coming to study or undertake research with the University, you can be confident that you are joining somewhere that places the quality of the student experience at the heart of everything it does. From award-winning teaching to great industry links and outstanding student experience, the University is there to help you succeed. Employers are increasingly looking for individuals who can make a difference in today’s global workplace. With expert staff, incredible modern facilities, close links with business, and worldleading research the University provides the tools you need to achieve your career aspirations. The University of Lincoln prides itself on the quality of its teaching, which is reflected in its Gold award in the national Teaching Excellence Framework. Lincoln offers a wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses spanning the arts, science, social sciences, and business, all of which will give you the strongest possible foundation for a future career and help maximise your potential and achieve your ambitions. n To see for yourself, book a place at a University of Lincoln open day at lincoln.ac.uk/ugopendays and discover your future.
Franklin Sixth Form College
Franklin Sixth Form College students receive endless opportunities no matter their chosen career path. Whether you are looking to progress onto University, Higher Apprenticeships, or enter directly into employment, we want all of our students to develop into successful adults by learning both in and out of the classroom. At Franklin, staff and students work together to create a mature learning environment that is supportive, exciting and challenging. We expect all of our students to work purposefully during their time at College, but we also expect them to enjoy themselves. In addition to academic and vocational courses, you can also include in your study programme some of the wide variety of enrichment opportunities that we offer. These include our successful Career Academies as well as sport, art and culture, volunteering and our Honours Programme. You’ll find that Franklin Sixth Form College is extremely well-resourced to meet the needs of our students. Our subjects are taught in areas specifically designed to meet the requirements of post-16 study, and we’ve invested over £6 million in our buildings and facilities in recent years. Our success and popularity are built upon our commitment to providing our students with the best possible learning environment, and the highest possible standards of support and guidance.
n For information on our courses and to download our Full Time Course Guide, see www.franklin.ac.uk or call 01472 875 000.
Suthers School
“Providing an inspiring education, for life...”
The Suthers School is Newark’s newest secondary school, which was established in 2017 by the area’s Nova Education Trust.
The school is based in a brand new, purpose-built, state-ofthe-art building at Fernwood, just south of Newark. The building was completed in the summer of 2020 with pupils moving in for the start of the new academic year. The school’s uniquely character-centred approach means that personal development is ranked alongside academic preparation and through its extended day the school guarantees access to a broad range of enrichment opportunities. “The Suthers School has at its heart the absolute conviction that young people deserve an education that excites and enthuses,” says Head of School, Andrew Pettit. “Our ‘work hard, be kind’ philosophy, together with our unique approach to character development means that there is something very special about The Suthers School. In short, we aim to deliver a highly academic, enriching curriculum and to empower the young people of Newark to do more than they ever thought possible.” We will be holding Open Events in the autumn term. To find out more or if you would like to arrange a visit to the school, please explore our website or get in touch. n For further information about The Suthers School and to register your interest, visit www.suthersschool.co.uk or call 01636 957690.
School of Artisan Food
Want to take your baking to the next level or perfect your patisserie proficiencies? Perhaps you would like to learn more about cheese-making, preserving, or how to craft the perfect pie? Set in the heart of the tranquil country estate of Welbeck in Nottinghamshire, The School of Artisan Food provides a beautiful environment for learning all about creating delicious food. It aims to truly fire you up about the art and business of sustainable artisan food production with its wide range of hands-on courses that are taught by world-class award-winning tutors. From baking and patisserie to charcuterie, cheese-making, foraging, preserving and pickling, the courses cater for all levels; teaching complete beginners as well as professionals. The School of Artisan Food also delivers a Foundation Degree in Artisan Food Production alongside Nottingham Trent University. And for those who have dreams of starting their own artisan business, the school offers food-business start-up courses. Through creative workshops and practical exercises, you can learn how to test out your ideas and develop a business. Established as a not-for-profit company, the school’s aim was always to inspire the wider community and make artisan food more accessible. Today it is well known for teaching all about creating healthy, sustainable, and delicious food – and in a fun way. And its unique location within stunning parkland simply adds to the experience. n Call 01909 532171 for more or see www.schoolofartisanfood.org.
Riseholme College
Riseholme College is one of the UK’s leading land-based educational institutions specialising in Agriculture, Animal Management, Equine and Sport. Over the last 70 years, multi-million-pound investments in facilities and resources has seen the learning environmental at Riseholme go from strength to strength. On-site facilities include: l A brand-new Centre for Agri-Food Technology (part of the Lincolnshire Institute of Technology collaboration), which specialises in delivering higher-level technical skills to improve productivity, reduce skills gaps and support industry. l Agri-Tech Health and Nutrition Centre with professional kitchens and dedicated laboratories. l Recently developed Roundhouse to house Lincolnshire Red Cattle. l Specialist Animal Management Unit which is home to array of species. l A dedicated Equine Centre with a mix of indoor and outdoor arenas and a rider performance suite. l Sports and Health Science Centre, complete with gym, multi-use sports hall and outdoor 3G pitch. Riseholme College’s Chief Executive and Principal, Bill Meredith, says: “Riseholme is designed to make sure students are work-ready by the time they complete their studies, meaning they are fully equipped to launch exciting careers in a range of industries. We provide outstanding tuition by experts in their field, stunning campus facilities and worldclass industry partnerships.” n Information on the college’s range of courses are available online at www.riseholme.ac.uk or by calling 01522 304600.
