Senior School Open Evening 28 September 2023
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Senior School Open Evening
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to our Senior School Open Evening.
We are an academic and dynamic school which fosters the well-being of each individual within an exciting, happy and supportive environment. Girls at AESG achieve the highest academic standards, but we believe that an outstanding education is far more than simply the acquisition of examination results.
Our dedicated staff are highly qualified experts in the education of girls. They are extremely committed to inspire girls to aim high and achieve their full potential, whilst providing first class pastoral care and support.
We provide a challenging and stimulating learning environment and deliver an innovative and future-inspired curriculum embracing the use of technology, thus fostering intellectual curiosity, developing creativity and a passion for lifelong learning.
We firmly believe in educating the whole person and believe that learning takes place outside of the classroom as well as in lessons. At AESG we offer an extensive enrichment programme and we encourage girls to take advantage of the many opportunities on offer to them to develop leadership skills, foster collaboration and resourcefulness, grow in confidence and encourage resilience.
We hope you enjoy your visit to Alderley Edge School for Girls.
Mrs Nicola Smillie - Headmistress
Don’t miss Headmistress’ speech at 6.05pm!
Senior School Open Evening
Biology
Take a look at the working of the body by dissecting a sheep’s heart and squid dissection! Ever wondered what’s really in your McDonald’s? Join in with our food testing. Have a go at using our microscopes and discover microscopic pond life!
Chemistry
Be dazzled by rainbow fizz, a kaleidoscope of bubbling chemicals. Unleash your inner scientist as you craft invisible messages with a secret writing technique and brace yourself for the explosive thrill of methane bubbles!
Physics
Marvel at the mesmerizing dance of flames in our Reuben's Tube demonstration, where sound waves manipulate fire into hypnotic patterns.
Immerse yourself in the invisible forces that shape our world as we unveil the secrets of magnetic fields and mind-bending magnetic tricks.
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Art
Join us in this exhilarating celebration of art, where the lines between reality and the fingerprints of your imagination blur. You're invited to be the artist, the dreamer and the creator!
Photography
Discover our Photography Studio complete with state-of-the-art photography equipment. Whether you ’ re shooting for fashion, editorial or portraits, you’ll be able to demonstrate your creativity here.
Design Technology
Witness innovation in action and become a part of it. With a spectrum of high-tech tools and a universe of possibilities at your fingertips, you'll craft your very own printed product!
Performing Arts
Do you love to perform on the stage? Here in the Drama & Dance studio, we have live dance performances, scripted drama acts to watch and you can even get involved with our very own drama and dance workshops.
Senior School Open Evening
Physical Education
How fit are you? Join us in the Millennium Hall for our fitness testing. Discover the thrills of trampolining and have a go at badminton. Meet our PE staff and find out about the myriad of sports on offer here at AESG.
Music
Whether you're a seasoned virtuoso or a complete novice, you're invited to have a go at an array of instruments that'll ignite your soul with rhythm and melody. If you've ever dreamed of composing your own music, our cutting-edge music technology will turn those dreams into a reality.
Food Technology
Step into a world of tantalising aromas and delectable creations as you witness our culinary magic unfold. We will take you on a gastronomic journey, demonstrating pupils’ culinary prowess, and the result? You'll have the opportunity to see, savour, and even learn the secrets behind these delectable creations.
Geography
In our Geography room, encounter the world of disaster preparedness as we unveil life-saving disaster kits designed for the most extreme conditions. To add a sprinkle of creative fun, you can even fashion your very own play-dough coats for Earth's mighty landscapes, moulding mountains, valleys, and rivers right before your eyes.
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Politics
Discover the world of politics with political quizzes and card games.
Modern Foreign Languages
Make your own French fortune teller and discover what your future holds. You never know, it could be a place at AESG! There is also the opportunity to make Spanish fans and take part in a German quiz.
PHSE
Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education plays an important role in the AESG curriculum. PSHE provides pupils with the knowledge and skills to keep themselves happy, healthy and safe, as well as to prepare them for life beyond AESG and work.
Business & Economics
Visit the Business & Economics room and take part in our logo competition! Have a go at sorting different types of currency and take part in a policy odyssey!
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Religion and Philosophy
In Religion and Philosophy you'll have the unique opportunity to explore the profound questions of life, existence, and belief. What's more, you can create friendship bracelets as a symbol of unity and harmony!
History
Test your historical wits in our famous quotations game, where the voices of the past come to life through the words of the great minds that shaped our world. Then, challenge your knowledge with our interactive chronology game, where you'll piece together the puzzle of history, connecting the dots of centuries past.
ICT and Computing
Take your first step towards becoming a coding wizard as you get hands-on with microbit, programming tiny robots to follow your every command. It's a thrilling adventure through the language of computers, where creativity meets technology.
Psychology
Our interactive activities will challenge your perception, tease your intellect. Leave you in awe of the intricacies of the human psyche. Join us, and let the world of psychology ignite your curiosity and captivate your imagination, one puzzle piece at a time!
Senior School Open Evening Library
Welcome to the world of knowledge and tales - a place to relax on our beanbags. Discover and immerse yourself in the words of the past, present and future. Grab some great reading ideas and see if you can guess who’s coming to a ‘literary’ dinner!
English
Explore your creative side by crafting Book Spine Poetry. Test your knowledge in a literature quiz that will put your love for the written word to the test. Don't miss out on the chance to participate in collaborative story writing, where your words blend with others' to weave a tale that transcends individual imagination!
Maths
Discover the fascinating world of geometry as you construct intricate origami creations and build 3D shapes from detailed plans. Challenge your mathematical acumen in the "Lowest Positive Integer" game, a thrilling pursuit where your numerical skills will be pushed to the limit!
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Don’t miss
Sample our Lunches
Did you know that our delicious lunch is included in our school fees?
Head down to The Hub and taste a range of dished created by our caterers Thomas Franks.
Getting Here
Before you leave, don’t forget to come along to the transport table and pick up a leaflet detailing where our bus routes travel.
SEND & Wellbeing
Visit (E4) next to the English room if you would like to discuss SEND support to speak to the School Nurse about health and wellbeing.
Forthcoming Coming Dates
Prep School Open Week
Monday 6 November 2023 - Friday 10 November
Sixth Form Open Evening
Thursday 9 November 2023 - 6pm
11+ Examination
Thursday 4 January 2024