The National Curriculum is followed and from the age of seven teaching is by subject and specialist teachers. Montessori methods are continued into the juniors from the Montessori nursery school. Classes are small, maximum 16. Strong learning support is provided, both through individual tuition and classroom support. Children with learning difficulties are fully integrated in lessons. French is taught from the nursery upwards.
Entry requirements: For external candidates entry to junior school is by interview and test. Automatic progression to junior school from Montessori nursery school.
Examinations offered: Standards Assessment Tests at 7 and 11. Music exams and Speech and Drama exams are taken.
Academic and leisure facilities: Preparation for entrance and scholarship exams to leading London day school and public boarding schools, at 7, 10 and 11. Well-equipped IT department, library and Science laboratory. There is a strong programme of cultural visits and Art Appreciation is taught. Swimming is a vital part of the curriculum and there is a range of sports clubs.
Discounts are available on fees for members of the same family.
Religious affiliation: Christian basis but pupils of all races and creed welcomed.
