The school, founded in 1646 by Richard Aldworth, a Governor of Christ's Hospital, is situated in spacious grounds along the River Thames and within 2 miles of the M4 and 25 miles from Heathrow. We aim to provide a stimulating and friendly atmosphere in which each individual can realise full intellectual, physical and creative potential, and learn good citizenship founded on fairness and a Christian understanding of the needs of others.
We have specialist teachers and a fine record of GCSE and A level results with 90% going on to degree courses. Fully equipped science laboratories, computer, design and technology centres provide facilities for recent developments in education. The Music School, Drama and Art Studios enable the aesthetic and creative aspects to flourish. Orchestra, wind band, ensembles and choirs flourish and over one third of pupils take instrumental lessons. The Art Studios include sculpture, ceramics, photographic and computer design facilities.
There is a wide range of sports including rugby, soccer, hockey, cricket, athletics and rowing as major games. There is an enthusiastic voluntary Combined Cadet Force with Royal Navy, Army and RAF Sections providing opportunities for adventure and self-reliance, in addition to the Duke of Edinburgh scheme.
A central boarding house of fifty boys (over half weekly) plays a significant part in the ethos of our community and boarders continue to wear the traditional blue coat uniforms on special days. The thriving co-educational sixth form enables seniors to develop intellectual and leadership abilities. Theatre Studies and Sports Studies are now part of our 'A' level programme.
