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Years 7 - 8 Academic Overview

In the 'Blocks' all subjects are taught by specialist teachers, and pupils are in Tutor Groups. All pupils have 'Green' periods when they can complete independent study or prep, or pursue other activities: academic (Modern Languages, or extra Maths or English), creative (music lessons or LAMDA) or sporting. The number of Greens increases as children move up through the school: they are one of the means by which children learn to take responsibility for themselves and to organise their own time.

The pupils have a voice in the running of the school. The School Council comprises representatives from all age groups; the agenda is pupil driven and major issues are taken forward to a staff meeting. Older children serve on a number of committees, chaired by staff, so that they can take responsibility for areas of their school life. Every pupil in Blocks 1 & 2 is expected to contribute to the Community Service programme, where they give time to help others both within and beyond the school community.

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