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SCHOOL INFORMATION
The curriculum at King Alfred School is broad and imaginative, designed to foster a genuine love of learning. Teaching encourages critical thinking, problem solving, and collaboration. Pupils study a wide range of subjects, supported by experienced teachers who know each student well. Facilities include modern science laboratories, specialist arts and design studios, performance spaces, and extensive outdoor areas that are used regularly for project-based and experiential learning. The school’s grounds include woodland, open fields, and flexible outdoor classrooms that support its hands-on educational approach.
A diverse range of co-curricular activities enriches school life. Drama, art, and music are particular strengths, with regular productions, exhibitions, and ensembles that celebrate student creativity. Sport is inclusive and encourages participation, with opportunities in football, netball, athletics, swimming, and outdoor pursuits. The school also places strong emphasis on outdoor learning, team building, and leadership through its long established camps and residential programmes. Pastoral care is deeply embedded in daily school life, with a close-knit community ensuring that every child feels supported, valued, and understood.
SCHOOL INFORMATION
The curriculum at King Alfred School is broad and imaginative, designed to foster a genuine love of learning. Teaching encourages critical thinking, problem solving, and collaboration. Pupils study a wide range of subjects, supported by experienced teachers who know each student well. Facilities include modern science laboratories, specialist arts and design studios, performance spaces, and extensive outdoor areas that are used regularly for project-based and experiential learning. The school’s grounds include woodland, open fields, and flexible outdoor classrooms that support its hands-on educational approach.
A diverse range of co-curricular activities enriches school life. Drama, art, and music are particular strengths, with regular productions, exhibitions, and ensembles that celebrate student creativity. Sport is inclusive and encourages participation, with opportunities in football, netball, athletics, swimming, and outdoor pursuits. The school also places strong emphasis on outdoor learning, team building, and leadership through its long established camps and residential programmes. Pastoral care is deeply embedded in daily school life, with a close-knit community ensuring that every child feels supported, valued, and understood.
ADMISSIONS
Admission to King Alfred School is selective but seeks pupils who will thrive in a creative and progressive environment. Entry points include 4+, 11+, and 16, with occasional places available in other year groups. The admissions process typically involves interviews, informal assessments, and a review of school reports. For 11+ entry, pupils take assessments in English and Mathematics and participate in group activities that reflect the school’s collaborative ethos. Applicants to the Sixth Form provide predicted GCSE grades and attend an interview, with offers usually based on achieving grades that support their chosen A level subjects.
The school does not operate a traditional scholarship programme, but some financial assistance is available in the form of means tested bursaries. Open days and tours run throughout the year, allowing families to understand the school’s unique educational philosophy and approach. King Alfred School looks for students who are inquisitive, open minded, and ready to engage fully with a broad, humane, and creative form of education that values individuality and self expression.
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