CHARACTER EDUCATION

Character Education is an important element of our educational programme. ln the senior school a new character quality is introduced each month, promoting research and discussion within the tutor group. around an inspirational person, either historical or present day.

This process aims to provide the foundation for promoting good character. We expect all members of our school to act as good role models by living harmoniously with each other.

Houses

The vibrant house system lies at the heart of Claremont life. Each house is named after locations in which the two schools, Claremont and Fan Court have resided since our establishment in 1922. The Pre-Prep and Prep school both use four houses and the Senior School sees an expansion to six houses.

In the Pre-Prep and Prep Schools, pupils are allocated to one of: Esher, Longcross, Norwood and Radnor. The house system sees pupils in these schools enjoying taking on house captain roles and developing their leadership skills, and houses also form the basis of the reward system. Children from the same family are generally allocated to the same house.

Houses are reassigned when pupils move between Years 6 and 7, to promote new relationships with incoming pupils. The Deputy Head (Pastoral) oversees the house system, years 7 to 11 are overseen by the Head of middle school. The six houses are: Banstead, Esher, Longcross, Norwood, Radnor and Stanmore. In the Senior School, the houses are led by experienced staff who in turn lead a team of tutors. Heads of house and tutors are responsible for the academic progress, pastoral wellbeing and co-curricular activity of their charges.

All pupils are allocated to a specific house for the duration of their time at the senior school, including in the sixth form. Vertical tutor groups exist for Years 7-11 and 12-13 respectively, meaning that pupils meet daily with a small number of pupils from other year groups. These tutor groups are like families within the larger communities of the house and wider senior school. No tutor group is made up of more than 17 pupils, and pupils benefit from sharing experiences and learning from each other in a way that is not possible in the classroom where pupils spend most of their time with peers in the same year group.

From Years 7-11, pupils stay with the same tutor before transitioning to sixth form specific tutor groups for the final two years. This allows staff, pupils and their families to develop deep and meaningful relationships, and the tutor is the first point of contact for all enquiries. The houses also provide leadership and mentoring opportunities for older pupils, with house captaincy and various prefect positions being highly sought after. House activities (both inter and intra) include sport, drama, music, technology, film, creative writing, debating, engineering, languages, baking, art and photography. Pupils strive for house points and victory, although it is the taking part that counts! Pupil enjoyment and participation makes house membership a hugely enriching experience. There are also house charities which are decided upon and led by pupils in each house.

Pshee

Personal, social, health and economic education is delivered to all pupils through academic lessons and specific pastoral sessions by teachers hand-picked for the task. This curriculum reflects the school’s mission statement and includes statutory Relationship and Sex Education (RSE). All pupils are provided with preparation for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life. In the Prep and Pre-Prep Schools, the Jigsaw scheme underpins the delivery of the PSHEE curriculum. Assemblies provide a further opportunity to develop pupils’ thinking about social, moral, spiritual and cultural matters.

Pastoral Care

Each pupil’s welfare is central to this school. Academic, vocational, social, emotional and behavioural issues are addressed effectively to enable each pupil to grow in stature and wisdom. Heads of house lead on pastoral matters and support tutors in expecting the high standards of behaviour necessary to foster future relationships and good work habits as well as ensuring that pupils with physical and/or mental health needs are well supported throughout their time at the school. The pastoral curriculum includes regular assemblies focusing on the importance of contributing positively to school and home, the values inherent in the character education programme and celebrating pupils’ academic, artistic and sporting achievements. Pastoral care is also supported by the Care Centre (see medical care below), a 4 day per week in school counselling service, an Individual Needs department and mindfulness opportunities. Many staff are also trained in mental health first aid and throughout all three schools, specialist staff trained in emotional literacy provide excellent support.

Digital Technology

Senior School pupils in Years 7-11 currently use the MS Surface Pro 9 and parents are required to purchase or rent this device via the school’s IT partner, Easy4U. As technology and its use in the classroom evolves and requires more memory-heavy software, the MS Surface Pro 9 offers the agility and power to meet the learning needs of our Senior School pupils. The school is mindful of this additional cost to parents and Easy4u offers a range of purchase and rental options to suit.

A full support plan including all software and insurance is included within the purchase/rental price and devices are fully supported by the school IT department, including technical support and software updates to guarantee continuity in pupils’ learning. Pupils in Years 7 to 11 are required to purchase the device via the school scheme to maintain full support and insurance.

Pupils in Years 12 and 13 are permitted to use a device of their own choice. Access to the Easy4u scheme is also available to these pupils, so the option to purchase or rent an MS Surface Pro device remains an option.

Careers Advice

Careers advice is incorporated within PSHEE lessons for Years 7-12. Unifrog is used across all age groups to ensure a broad range of university and apprenticeship destinations are considered. An annual careers fair for students in Years 10 – 13 enables them to meet industry representatives and university outreach teams. Work experience in the lower sixth further helps the decision-making process and sixth form students also receive specialised guidance from the school’s careers department and visiting guests. Each lower sixth student is mentored through the UCAS or apprenticeship programme by a subject specialist and, with a enrichment programme to provide additional support for aspiring Oxbridge, medicine, law and engineering applicants.

Medical Care And Individual Needs

The Care Centre is staffed by a team of experienced and fully qualified nurses who are particularly trained in paediatric first aid, basic life support and anaphylaxis. A number of school staff have also received first aid training and are located throughout the school. Medical care is delivered centrally alongside the IN department and counselling to ensure a joined up approach is taken to each individual pupil, and all staff in those areas are supported by an administrator who is dedicated to pupil care.

Transport

The school operates an extensive network of school coaches, available to pupils from Year 3 and above, offering daily routes from areas across Surrey and South West London. Coach routes are operated by a combination of our carefully selected partner coach operators, alongside a dedicated team of drivers who drive the school’s own fleet of branded minibuses. All coaches are provided for the exclusive use of our pupils, offering a safe and convenient way of travelling between home and school.

The management of school transport is effectively managed by Vectare, our specialist school transport management company. A dedicated online booking system and personalised journey planning portal is available to parents, offering the flexibility of booking a full-time single or return seat or an ad hoc journey right up to the time of coach departure, subject to seat availability. Please visit claremontfancourt.vectare. co.uk for further information, including an interactive journey planner, pricing and booking arrangements.

Pta

The school encourages strong links with its parent body by working closely with the parent teacher association. The PTA works to maintain effective communication links between the parents and the school. Year representatives from the parent body meet regularly with heads of school and heads of year. The PTA performs an invaluable role in the school by encouraging and nurturing a sense of community amongst our families. Year group teas and social events bring school families together as well as raising additional funds for the school.

Admissions

The main entry points for pupils are at 2+, 3+, 4+, 7+, 9+, 11+ and sixth form. Places are offered subject to the pupil attaining the school’s entry requirements. Applications for other levels

PRE-PREPARATORY AND NURSERY SCHOOL PROCEDURE

In the Pre-Preparatory School all pupils are assessed for entry. The assessment procedure is as follows:

• Prospective families with their child will be invited to meet the head and have a tour of the Pre-Preparatory and Nursery School.

• The family completes an application form to be submitted to the admissions office. Formal assessments are carried out for children applying for places in Reception, Years 1 and 2.

• Reception places for 2023 must be applied for by Friday 29 September 2023.

• Prospective families will be invited to attend an admissions morning on Saturday 7 October 2023.

• In the case of the head identifying specific concerns, the provision of an offer may be delayed until a further assessment.

• A successful application will result in the offer of a place.

Preparatory School Procedure

In the Preparatory School all pupils are assessed for entry. The autumn term assessment procedure is as follows:

• Applications for Sept 2024 entry should be submitted by midday Monday 16 October 2023.

• Pupils are invited for an admissions visit to the school on Saturday 11 November 2023 where they will sit assessment papers. These consist of a mathematics paper, an English paper, and a creative writing paper.

• We will request a report from the pupil’s current school to help assess progress and behaviour.

• Successful applicants will be offered a place and families notified on Friday 24 November 2023.

We also welcome enquiries at other times during the year and will consider applications for entry within the current academic year as well as, more typically, for the next academic where spaces are still available.

Senior School Year 7 Entrance Assessment Procedure

The main entrance assessment for the Senior School will be held on Saturday 2 December 2023. Written papers are set in English comprehension, English creative writing, mathematics and non-verbal reasoning. All papers are designed to reveal the potential of the individual candidate.

Pupils entering Claremont Senior School will be expected to demonstrate to the headmaster that they are capable academically and socially. Claremont affirms that development of character goes hand in hand with the development of academic skills.

Applicants may also be invited for an interview with a senior member of staff to talk about their interests, school activities and the way they approach their studies. Those pupils invited for interview will be asked to return in early January 2024. A reference will also be requested from the pupil’s current school. For entry in September 2024, application and scholarship forms should be completed and returned to the admissions office by Tuesday 7 November 2023. As a guide, prospective Year 7 pupils should be comfortably working at, or above, a good national average. Practice papers are available commercially.

Reasonable access arrangements for the entrance assessments are put in place for qualifying pupils where evidence has been provided prior to the application deadline. A copy of an educational psychologist and specialist teacher report together with current school’s confirmation of the pupils’ normal way of working must be received no later than Tuesday 7 November 2023 in order to qualify for specialist access arrangements. Email admissions@claremont.surrey.sch.uk

GUIDANCE FOR APPLICATIONS FOR ENTRY TO YEARS 8-10

Whilst our main entry point into the Senior School is for Year 7, we can consider applications to join the school in Year 8, 9 and 10 where availability arises. Families wishing to apply should contact the admissions team to discuss the availability of places, prior to making an application. Email: admissions@ claremont.surrey.sch.uk

Sixth Form Entry

Prospective A level students are expected to have achieved an average GCSE points score of 6 points across at least 8 subjects and specifically to have achieved high grades in their chosen/related A level subjects (please refer to the subject prerequisites sheet for more specific information). Academic, sport, tennis, textile design, art, music and drama scholarships are available. Further information about specific subject prerequisite grades can be found in the A level curriculum booklet, available on the school website.

Scholarships For Entry In September 2024

Scholarships will be awarded to outstanding applicants for up to the value of £1,000 of tuition fees per annum and are available for entry into the Preparatory School, Year 7 and the lower sixth (Year 12).

Applicants must complete the relevant scholarship application form on the website prior to Tuesday 7 November 2023 and send it to the admissions office (Years 7 – sixth form).

Preparatory School scholarships are awarded through the usual admissions process and separate applications are not required.

Preparatory School Scholarships

6 and above in Years 10 and 11.

• endeavour grades of 1-2 in Years 7-9 and grade W or H in Years 10 and 11.

There are a small number of academic scholarship awards available for pupils entering Year 3 which will be offered to exceptional candidates through the usual admissions process, a separate scholarship application is not required.

For current pupils moving from our pre-prep school into Year 3, in the first instance, please consult with Mr Williams, Head of Pre-Prep, with regard to academic scholarship application and assessment. The closing date for pre-prep scholarship applications ahead of Year 3 is Monday 6 November 2023; the assessment morning will take place on Monday 20 November 2023.

Senior School Scholarships

Scholarships available in the Senior School are as follows:

• Year 7: academic, music and all-rounder scholarships (two from: art, music, drama, sport and citizenship)

• Year 9: the Shane Lalani sport scholarship

• Sixth form: academic, sport, drama, music, textile design and art/photography scholarships

Year 7 academic scholarships

Scholarships are awarded for up to £1,000 of tuition fees per annum*

The application process for an academic scholarship to enter Claremont at Year 7 will be based on very high performance in the general entrance assessment papers (English, mathematics and non-verbal reasoning).

Scholarships will be awarded up to the end of Year 11 and are dependent on maintaining a high overall standard of achievement, effort and behaviour on the half termly grade cards and full report namely:

• achievement grades of A*/A and B in Years 7-9 and grades

• Scholars are expected to make a significant contribution to wider school life, participating in open events and open days.

*Applications for state primary schools. For exceptional candidates from state primary schools, this financial award may be enhanced in liaison with the bursary.

Applying for an academic scholarship

External applicants do not need to make an application for an academic scholarship but should submit a standard school application to sit the general entrance examination (by 7 November 2023).

Applicants who reach the required standard described above will be offered a scholarship to enter Year 7.

Year 7 music scholarships

Scholarships are awarded for up to £1,000 per annum and free tuition at school in one instrument.

Pupils are invited to apply for a music scholarship to enter Claremont at Year 7. This is a competitive process but the following criteria will be of assistance to applicants.

In addition, we have a separate award known as the Wienpahl music scholarship. This is awarded to a pupil who demonstrates much promise in the development of their musical ability and experience and is likely to achieve very high musical standards in their school musical career. This award brings £2,000 remission of fees per annum.

The criteria for the award are as follows:

1. External applicants will be required to pass the general entrance assessment before being offered a scholarship.

2. All applicants should be able to demonstrate interest, commitment and achievement in music; for example, by playing in an orchestra, singing in a choir or through grade examinations.

3. All applicants need to offer two instruments (which may include voice), one of which should be at Grade 4 standard.

4. Music scholars are expected to work hard to further their individual music studies and to make a significant contribution to the wider musical life of the school through participation in at least two ensembles and a variety of concerts and assemblies each term.

Auditions will be held in January 2024 for entry into the school the following September. The audition will consist of:

1. Performing a piece with or without accompaniment (we can provide an accompanist if required).

2. Rhythmic tests.

3. Sight-reading tests.

4. An interview will be held with a senior leader from the Senior School and the director of music. Applicants should be prepared to discuss:

• the music that they have played.

• their musical achievements thus far.

• their musical plans for the future.

Scholarships will be awarded up to the end of Year 11 and are dependent on maintaining a high overall standard of achievement and endeavour and continuation of the criteria above.

Applications must be completed by the parents by 7 November 2023.

Year 7 all rounder scholarships

Scholarships are awarded for up to £1,000 per annum.

Pupils are invited to apply for an all-rounder scholarship to enter Claremont at Year 7. This is a competitive process but the following criteria will be of assistance to applicants.

All applicants will sit the general entrance examination with papers in English, mathematics and non-verbal reasoning.

The criteria for the award are as follows:

1. Applicants must achieve high standards in the assessment papers (English, mathematics and verbal reasoning).

2. An interview will be held with a senior leader from the Senior School in which we will seek evidence of an inquiring mind, breadth of knowledge and sound moral judgement.

3. Applicants should also offer strong evidence of success in at least two of the following:

• Music: voice or instrument at Grade 3 level.

• Sport: compete at club, district level or county level in a Claremont representative school sport or a range of sports at school and club level.

• Art: demonstrate an aptitude for art by presenting a portfolio.

• Drama: perform at a high level at school, club or equivalent.

• Citizenship: have demonstrated exceptional qualities and examples of citizenship at school, church and youth organisations.

Depending on the strengths offered, applicants must be committed to attending practices and activities and to participating in all team matches for which he or she is selected, as well as making a significant contribution to the wider life of the school, participating in events and open days.

A reference from an external team or club, if applicable, may accompany the application form but is not mandatory (a school template is available on the website).

All-rounder scholarships will be awarded up to the end of Year 11 and are dependent on maintaining a high overall standard of achievement, effort and behaviour (achievement grades of A* - C and endeavour grades of 1-2 on the half termly grade card and full report) and continuation of the criteria above.

Applications and confidential references, where used, must be completed by 7 November 2023. Confidential reference forms must be returned by the referee directly to the admissions office.

Year 9 Shane Lalani sports scholarships for Year 9 (open to applicants from Year 8)

This award is for £2,000 fee remission per annum until the end of Year 11 and is presented by Sal and Carol Lalani, family and friends in memory of Shane, a former Claremont pupil. This scholarship is managed by the school in keeping with its usual sports scholarship criteria, namely:

1. A passion and a talent for a range of sports at school and/ or club level.

2. External applicants will be required to pass the general entrance assessment before being offered this award.

3. Applicants must always demonstrate the highest standard of sportsmanship. Mentoring and coaching for younger players is expected. The applicant should have great enthusiasm for the sport and be willing, reliable, hardworking and able to persevere through to a successful outcome.

4. An interview will be held with a senior leader from the Senior School and director of sport in which we will seek evidence of an inquiring mind, breadth of knowledge and sound moral judgement.

Applicants may be asked to attend school for a series of fitness tests in January 2024 to assess both their health and skillrelated fitness. They will also take part in one or more of the major games played at the school.

A reference from an external team or club, if applicable, may accompany the application form but is not mandatory (a school template is available on the website).

This scholarship will be awarded up to the end of Year 11 and is dependent on maintaining a high overall standard of endeavour and enthusiasm and continuation of the criteria above. Applications and confidential references, where used, must be returned to Mrs Jemmott, in the Head’s office, by 7 November 2023. Confidential reference forms must be returned by the referee directly to Mrs Jemmott.

Sixth Form Scholarships For 2024

Sixth form academic scholarships

Scholarships are awarded up to £1,000 per annum.

In addition to achieving a high level of academic success, scholarship students are expected to be exemplary members of the Claremont community.

Applicants must achieve a minimum of three grades 8 or 9 (or equivalent) and four grade 7 (or equivalent) in GCSE exams including grade 7 in the subjects (or related subjects) which they intend to study at A level.

Entrance assessment results will be used as evidence of academic achievement on which to base a conditional offer subject to actual grades received in summer.

Conditional offers, subject to final grades, will be made by the end of December 2023 with confirmation after GCSE results have been received in August 2024.

Scholarships will be awarded for the full two year A level course and are dependent on maintaining a high overall standard of achievement in end of year internal examinations (as a guide, grades ABB) and endeavour (grades 1-2 on the sixth form academic review).

Sixth form sports scholarships

Scholarships are awarded for up to £1,000 per annum.

Students are invited to apply to apply for a sports scholarship to enter Claremont sixth form. This is a competitive process and up to two scholarships will be awarded.

The following criteria will be of assistance to applicants:

1. Selection and participation in either one sport at county or national level in a Claremont representative school sport or a range of sports at school and club level.

2. Applicants will need to meet the expected requirements of the school for entry into the sixth form as detailed in the sixth form curriculum booklet (sixth form academic prerequisites). returned to the admissions office by 7 November 2023. Confidential reference forms must be returned by the referee directly to the admissions office.

3. Two references of support must be received testifying to good character, exemplary behaviour and strong community involvement. (Internal references should include one from the head of year and one PE teacher). For external applicants, the student’s PE teacher should send a confidential reference directly to the admissions office giving information on ability and achievements. A reference from a county team or club, if applicable, may also accompany the application form. A school template is available on the website.

4. GCSE PE is not necessarily required, nor is the intention to study A level PE. Applicants must always demonstrate the highest standard of sportsmanship. Mentoring and coaching for younger players is expected. The applicant should have a passion for the subject and be willing, enthusiastic, reliable, hard-working and able to persevere through to a successful outcome.

5. An interview will be held with a senior leader from the Senior School and director of sport in which we will seek evidence of an inquiring mind, breadth of knowledge and sound moral judgement.

The criteria for a sports scholarship will take into consideration sporting ability and achievements, contribution to sports teams throughout the year, sportsmanship and leadership potential. Applicants must be committed to attending practices at lunchtime and after school and to participating in all team matches for which they are selected.

In November 2023, applicants will be required to perform practically in their chosen sport(s) and to attend the interview.

Offers, subject to final grades, will be made by the end of December 2023 with confirmation after GCSE results have been received in August 2024. Scholarships will be awarded for the full two year A level course and are dependent on maintaining a good overall standard of achievement, endeavour (grades 1-2 on the academic review) and continuation of the criteria above.

Sixth form drama scholarships

Scholarships are awarded for up to £1,000 per annum.

Students are invited to apply for a drama scholarship to enter Claremont sixth form. This is a competitive process and up to two scholarships will be awarded.

The following criteria will be of assistance to applicants:

1. Applicants will need to meet the expected requirements of the school for entry into the sixth form as detailed in the sixth form curriculum booklet (sixth form academic prerequisites).

2. Scholarship applicants must intend to study A level drama for the full two year course.

3. An interview will be held with a senior leader from the Senior School and the head of drama in which the applicant should be able to produce evidence illustrating an active and ongoing involvement in drama and theatre and should be prepared to present an audition piece.

4. Two references of support must be received testifying to good character, exemplary behaviour and strong community involvement. (Internal references should include one from the head of year and one drama teacher). A school template is available on the website.

5. Applicants must demonstrate to the interview panel that they will make a positive contribution to the school. The applicant should be willing, enthusiastic, reliable, hard-working and able to persevere through to a successful outcome. A willingness to participate in a varied programme of theatre visits and workshops and to assist in organising events in the drama department in conjunction with the director of drama is of the utmost importance.

Offers, subject to final grades, will be made by the end of December 2023 with confirmation after GCSE results have been received in August 2024. Scholarships will be awarded for the full two year A level course and are dependent on

External applications and confidential references must be maintaining a good overall standard of achievement (minimum grade B in their internal lower sixth drama examination), endeavour (grades 1-2 on the academic review) and continuation of the criteria above.

External applications and confidential references must be returned to the admissions office, Senior School by 7 November 2023. Confidential reference forms must be returned by the referee directly to the admissions office.

Sixth form music scholarships

Scholarships are awarded for up to £1,000 per annum and free tuition at school in one instrument.

Students are invited to apply for a music scholarship to enter Claremont sixth form. This is a competitive process and up to two scholarships will be awarded.

In addition, we have a separate award known as the Wienpahl music scholarship. This is awarded to a pupil who demonstrates much promise in the development of their musical ability and experience and is likely to achieve very high musical standards in their school musical career. This award brings £2,000 remission of fees per annum.

The following criteria will be of assistance to applicants:

1. Applicants will need to meet the expected requirements of the school for entry into the sixth form as detailed in the sixth form curriculum booklet (sixth form academic prerequisites).

2. GCSE music is not necessarily required, nor is the intention to study A level music, but applicants should be able to demonstrate interest, commitment and achievement, for example, by playing in an orchestra, singing in a choir or through grade examinations.

3. Applicants need to offer two instruments, including voice, one of which should be at grade 6.

4. Two references of support must be received testifying to good character, exemplary behaviour and strong community involvement. (Internal references should include one from the head of year and one music teacher.) A school template is available on the website.

5. Music scholars are expected to work hard to further their individual music studies and to make a significant contribution to the wider musical life of the school through participation in at least two ensembles and a variety of concerts and assemblies each term.

Auditions will be held in November 2023 for entry into the school the following September. The audition will consist of:

1. Performing a piece with or without accompaniment (we can provide an accompanist if required).

2. Rhythmic tests.

3. Sight-reading tests.

4. An interview will be held with a senior leader from the Senior School and the director of music. Applicants should be prepared to discuss:

• the music that they have played.

• their musical achievements thus far.

• their musical plans for the future.

Offers, subject to final grades, will be made by the end of December 2023 with confirmation after GCSE results have been received in August 2024. Scholarships will be awarded for the full two year A level course and are dependent on maintaining a good overall standard of achievement, endeavour (grades 1-2 on the academic review) and continuation of the criteria above.

External applications and confidential references must be returned to the admissions office by 7 November 2023. Confidential reference forms must be returned by the referee directly to the admissions office.

Sixth form art and photography scholarships

Scholarships are awarded for up to £1,000 per annum.

Students are invited to apply for an art (fine art or photography) scholarship to enter Claremont sixth form. This is a competitive process and up to two scholarships will be awarded.

The following criteria will be of assistance to applicants:

1. Applicants will need to meet the expected requirements of the school for entry into the sixth form as detailed in the sixth form curriculum booklet (sixth form academic prerequisites). A grade 7, 8 or 9 is required in GCSE Art. Applicants should intend to study A level fine art or photography for the full two year course.

2. An interview will be held with a senior leader from the Senior School and the head of art in which the applicant needs to present a portfolio displaying skills in drawing, painting and sculpture.

3. Two references of support must be received testifying to good character, exemplary behaviour and strong community involvement. (Internal references should include one from the head of year and one art teacher). A school template is available on the website.

4. Applicants must demonstrate to the interview panel that they will make a positive contribution to the school. The applicant should have great enthusiasm for the subject and be willing, reliable, hard-working and able to persevere through to a successful outcome. A willingness to visit art galleries and museums and an interest in researching art are essential. All art scholars studying fine art are expected to demonstrate their commitment to the subject by participating in life drawing sessions (or similar for photographers) offered by the school in addition to timetabled lessons.

5. Applicants will be invited to attend a drawing test for one hour in November 2023.

Offers, subject to final grades, will be made by the end of December 2023 with confirmation after GCSE results have been received in August 2024. Scholarships will be awarded for the full two year A level course and are dependent on maintaining a good overall standard of achievement (minimum of B grade in the internal lower sixth art or photography examination) and endeavour (grades 1-2 on the academic review).

External applications and confidential references must be returned to the admissions office by 7 November 2023. Confidential reference forms must be returned by the referee directly to the admissions office.

Sixth form textile design scholarships

Scholarships are awarded for up to £1,000 per annum. Students are invited to apply for a textile design scholarship to enter Claremont sixth form. This is a competitive process and up to two scholarships will be awarded.

The following criteria will be of assistance to applicants:

1. Applicants will need to meet the expected requirements of the school for entry into the sixth form as detailed in the sixth form curriculum booklet (sixth form academic prerequisites). A grade 7, 8 or 9 is required in GCSE Textile Technology or Textile Design. Applicants should intend to study A level textile design for the full two year course.

2. An interview will be held with a senior leader from the Senior School and the head of textiles in which the applicant needs to present a portfolio displaying skills in textiles.

3. Two references of support must be received testifying to good character, exemplary behaviour and strong community involvement. (Internal references should include one from the head of year and one textiles teacher.) A school template is available on the website.

4. Applicants must demonstrate to the interview panel that they will make a positive contribution to the school. The applicant should have great enthusiasm for the subject and be willing, reliable, hard-working and able to persevere through to a successful outcome. A willingness to visit art galleries and museums and an interest in researching art are essential. All textiles scholars are expected to demonstrate their commitment to the subject by participating in appropriate/relevant co-curricular activities in addition to timetabled lessons (e.g. supporting costume design and realisation for the school production).

5. Applicants will be invited to attend a skills test for one hour in November 2023.

Offers, subject to final grades, will be made by the end of December 2023 with confirmation after GCSE results have been received in August 2024. Scholarships will be awarded for the full two year A level course and are dependent on maintaining a good overall standard of achievement (minimum of B grade in internal lower sixth textile design examination) and endeavour (grades 1-2 on the academic review).

External applications and confidential references must be returned to the admissions office by 7 November 2023. Confidential reference forms must be returned by the referee directly to the admissions office.

Fees

SEPTEMBER 2023-2024

Fees are payable in advance and must be paid by the first day of term.

A charge of £50 is added to fees that remain outstanding after the first day of term, together with interest at 2.5% above Bank of England base rate. The bursar’s office will provide details on request of a third party company that provides payment facilities.

Unless a full term’s notice in writing is given before a pupil is either withdrawn or relinquishes a place that has been accepted, the fees for the full term will be charged.

For extra subjects including individual needs, subject support and EAL lessons and use of the school bus, notice to discontinue must be given in writing by half term, to take effect from the beginning of the next term.

Please note that all changes are subject to the school’s terms and conditions.

PUBLIC EXAMINATIONS (GCSE AND A LEVEL EXAMS AND MODULES)

Fees for entry for public examinations will be added to the appropriate term’s fee account.

ENRICHMENT WEEK FOR YEARS 7, 8 AND 9

In June each year, all pupils in Years 7, 8 and 9 participate in enrichment week activities. There is an additional charge for some of these activities and participation is expected from all pupils in these year groups. Parents will receive notification of the cost well in advance on enrichment week.

Financial Assistance

The school provides financial support to a number of pupils through means-tested bursaries to enable pupils who may have experienced bereavement, social issues or other hardship to benefit from the school’s excellent education and pastoral support. All financial assistance is means-tested by reference to family income and net assets.

In the first instance, parents should contact the bursar’s department on 01372 473602 or email bursar@claremont. surrey.sch.uk for further information about the application process and to request an application form. Bursary and hardship support applications are usually assessed by an external bursary assessment company, prior to a decision being made.

Tuition Fees

Annual tuition fees are paid over three terms as below.

Music And Drama Lessons

Pre-Prep and Nursery School termly charge

Music (individual piano lessons) £300

Preparatory School termly charge

Music (individual instrumental lessons) £350

Speech and drama (LAMDA) small group lessons £190

Senior School termly charge

Music (individual instrumental lessons) £350

SUBJECT SUPPORT AND EAL (PER PUPIL PER LESSON)

Speech and drama (LAMDA) small group lessons £200 Individual Shared (2 pupils)

Pre-Prep 30 minute lesson

£24 Prep School 30 minute lesson

Compulsory School Lunches

Lunches (per term)

Laptops And Digital Support

The costs below are for indicative purposes only (Sept 2023) and may be subject to change.

Prep School device (Years 4-6) outright purchase cost.

Senior School device (Years 7-11), outright purchase inclusive of all software, technical support and insurance.

Senior School device (Years 7-11), rent to buy/rent and return (2-5 year terms available)

Circa £680

Circa £1,600 to £1.975

Circa £33 to £66 per month

Pupil Accident Insurance

All pupils are covered by the school’s personal accident insurance scheme. Further details are available on the website under fees or from the bursar’s office.

Monthly Payment Option

On request, the bursar’s office will provide details of a third party finance company offering monthly payment options.

Extended Day

Pre-Preparatory and Nursery School

Pre-Preparatory and Nursery School children may attend the early birds club from 8.00am. After school club is available from 3.30pm to 5.45pm, for children in full-time school and includes activities and a hot meal. A small charge is made for both facilities.

Early birds club and after school club may be booked by completing the online form. We politely request 48 hours notice for all bookings.

Preparatory School

Pupils are welcome to join the breakfast club available from 8.00am to 8.30am Monday to Friday. In the afternoon children can join the prep club for a small charge from 3.30pm to 4.00pm. The after school club accommodates children until 5.45pm for a reasonable daily or weekly charge (which includes recreational activities and a hot meal).

Senior School

Breakfast club is open Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 8.15am and there is no additional fee for this supervision (food items may be purchased). After school supervision is available every day until 6pm and is also not subject to any additional charge.

Pricing:

Pre-Prep and Nursery early birds (8.00am to 8.30/8.45am) £3.25 per session

Pre-Prep and Nursery after school club (3.15pm to 5.45pm includes a hot meal) £15.00 per session

Prep School - breakfast club (8.00am to 8.30am) £3.25 per session

Prep School - after school club (3.30pm to 5.45pm includes a hot meal) £15.00 per session