Education

from The New Blackmore Vale Magazine

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Providing the key to unlock potential

At Leweston individuality and diversity are celebrated. Pupils are challenged to achieve the best possible success, be that in the classroom, on the sports field, in the concert hall or on stage. We are ambitious for them and they are encouraged to gain confidence by trying new experiences. The school prides itself on its ability to unleash the potential of each and every individual; discovering and encouraging talents, whatever they may be, so that they can achieve above and beyond their own expectations. We believe that education is for life and our aim is that all pupils leave us equipped with the skills to excel in a changing world. Our educational model the ‘Leweston Learner’ helps pupils develop skills they can use across the curriculum, the work place and beyond. Renowned for its academic success Leweston regularly achieves some of the best academic results in the county at both Prep and Senior level, but our focus is best demonstrated in our consistent position in the top 5% of schools nationally for value added. Whilst many pupils win places at the most selective higher educational institutions and colleges what is most important to us is that all find a pathway that fits with their ambitions and aspirations. This flexible, personalised approach extends to our pupils’ families and we provide practical support such as freewrap around care, daily transport and a variety of boarding models to suit different and changing needs. As a through school educating children from 3 months to 18 years Leweston can offer continuity and consistency of care for the whole family as well as convenience. To find out more join us at our Open Morning on Thursday 29 April at 10.00am. Visit www.leweston.co.uk or call 01963 211015 to book.

Lego, building the fun into learning

All the pupils at Witchampton First School, part of Wimborne Academy Trust, decamped to the village hall to mark Science Week – by building with Lego.

With the theme of ‘growth’, the youngsters designed and created their own town, which included houses, vehicles, roads, trains, airports and woods.

There were 20,000 pieces of Lego available during the day, which was organised by Bob Walker of Primary Workshop.

Headteacher Jo Hancock said: “With the theme of ‘growth’ our children were able to grow their own town out of nothing.

“They all loved building with Lego and it taught them many lessons, including the importance of collaboration and communication.

“The children designed and planned their own parts of the creation and then built them either on their own or with others. It was fun to see the whole thing coming together and watching the children become totally absorbed in it.”

Liz West, CEO of Wimborne Academy Trust, said: “Science is an important subject and it’s crucial to introduce it as early as possible.

“I’m sure that through the day the children learned a great deal without even realising it.”