Claremont Fan Court School Additional Information

Information

contents Situation.......................................................................... 02

Personalised Learning..................................................... 06

Scholarships.................................................................... 09

History of the School . ................................................... 02

Character Education....................................................... 06

Fees.................................................................................. 10

School Structure.............................................................. 02

ICLT............................................................................... 06

Tuition Fees........................................................... 10

School Teaching Hours................................................... 02

House System.................................................................. 06

Financial Assistance............................................... 10

Teaching and Learning in the School............................. 02

Personal Social and Health Education............................ 06

Compulsory School Lunches................................. 10

Lower Juniors

After School Care........................................................... 07

Insurances.............................................................. 10

Curriculum............................................................ 03

Medical Care.................................................................. 07

Personal Accident Insurance................................. 10

Co-curricular Activities......................................... 03

Transport ....................................................................... 07

School Fees Protection Scheme............................. 10

PTA................................................................................. 07

Fees in Advance..................................................... 11

Curriculum............................................................ 03

Admissions...................................................................... 08

School Bus............................................................. 11

Co-curricular Activities......................................... 03

Junior School Procedure........................................ 08

Extended Day........................................................ 11

Senior School Entrance Assessment Procedure....... 08

Public Examinations.............................................. 11

Guidance for applications from Year 6 pupils for entry to Year 7 in the Senior School................... 08

Extra Subjects........................................................ 11

Upper Juniors

Senior School Years 7 to 9............................................................ 04 Years 10 to 11........................................................ 04 Sixth Form . .......................................................... 04

Guidance for applications from Year 11 pupils for entry to the Sixth Form............................ 08

Notes............................................................................... 12

Curriculum Schedule............................................ 04 Public Examinations.............................................. 05 Careers Advise....................................................... 05 Co-curricular Activities......................................... 05

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Situation

School Structure

The School is situated in the Claremont Estate, one of the premier historic sites in England. The original house and the famous landscape gardens were first laid out by Sir John Vanbrugh for the Duke of Newcastle early in the 18th century.

Later Capability Brown built the present Palladian mansion for Clive of India and landscaped the grounds in his typical manner. For over a century Claremont was a royal residence, purchased for Princess Charlotte and her husband Prince Leopold, and played an important part in Queen Victoria’s early years.

Lower Juniors

The School has 100 acres of pitches and open space, with entrances from the Portsmouth Road (A309) and Copsem Lane (A244). Esher is just off the A3, 16 miles from London and almost equidistant from Heathrow and Gatwick airports with close access onto the M25.

History of the School Claremont House and its surrounding site were purchased in 1931 for the girls’ school which was founded in 1922 originally for the daughters of Christian Scientists. The school was evacuated to Wales during the war.

A similar school for boys was established in Chertsey 11 years later, called Fan Court. Fan Court became co-educational in 1967. In 1978 the two schools amalgamated on the Claremont site to form Claremont Fan Court School.

Today Claremont Fan Court is owned and run by an educational foundation with charitable status. Governors seek to provide an education of the highest order for children of all religious and non-religious backgrounds, founded on Christian principles. Our character education programme provides a structured approach to personal development which focuses each month on essential character qualities. Growth in rightthinking and acting opens up an awareness that provides a whole new perspective on every pupil’s capabilities.

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*Nursery *Reception Year 1 Year 2

3 – 4 years 4 – 5 years 5 – 6 years 6 – 7 years

Upper Juniors *Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6

7 – 8 years 8 – 9 years 9 – 10 years 10 – 11 years

Senior School *Year 7 Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Year 11 *Lower Sixth Upper Sixth

11 – 12 years 12 – 13 years 13 – 14 years 14 – 15 years 15 – 16 years 16 – 17 years 17 – 18 years

*Main intake years

School Teaching Hours Monday to Friday Lower Juniors 8.30am to 3.15pm (not including Nursery) Upper Juniors 8.30am to 3.30pm with optional prep until 4.00pm Senior School 8.30am to 4.00pm A programme of co-curricular activities take place at other times throughout the day and on Saturday mornings.

Teaching and Learning in the School In support of our Mission Statement (printed in the main prospectus), our Curriculum Policy states that at Claremont Fan Court School we endeavour to empower pupils to become lifetime learners who are: • Responsible for their own learning • Engaged in the learning process • Self-directed and have self respect • Creative thinkers • Global citizens, equipped to operate in an international environment through collaborative work, problem solving and effective communication of ideas • Able to assume new roles in supporting and mentoring peers • Capable of acquiring knowledge, skills and attitudes • Competent and discriminating users of ICLT in their daily activities of learning and managing knowledge With these aims in mind, Claremont Fan Court School is committed to delivering a curriculum which: • Is characterized by a guaranteed core curriculum which provides all pupils with the opportunity to learn the skills and understandings required to continue learning throughout their lives • Is learner-centred and which delivers a breadth of study with personal relevance • Ensures that there are high-quality opportunities to extend the learning experiences beyond the basic core curriculum • Provides exciting opportunities and specialist enquiry for enrichment and creativity for all pupils • Develops the competencies required for life in the 21st century These curriculum ideals are delivered in a manner appropriate to the ages of the pupils throughout the Lower and Upper Juniors and Senior School.

Lower Juniors

Upper Juniors

Curriculum

Curriculum

There are specific entrance years into the Junior School although entry into all years may be considered if spaces are available. The first intake is at 3+ years into the Nursery. The Nursery children attend for five mornings with the option of up to five full days. This provides an excellent springboard to the next intake age, 4+ years in Reception. The Early Years classes are taught following the principles of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) in a well-structured, stimulating and safe environment. The Nursery and Reception links are strong, ensuring all children enjoy a smooth transition into full-time school. Up to 20 children attend the Nursery. In Reception and Years 1 and 2 there are up to 20 children in two parallel classes.

The next intake age is 7+ into Year 3 at the beginning of the Upper Juniors. Pupils continue in two parallel classes through Year 3 to Year 6. The curriculum is designed to ensure pupils gain learning experiences that develop the full range of academic, creative and physical and spiritual talents. These are taught through the subjects of English, maths, science, history, geography, ICT, art, design & technology, music, French, PSHE, RE, PE & games.

Through a broad-based topic-centred curriculum the children are encouraged to think creatively and develop an inquiring attitude; they begin to establish good work habits and to become confident in their work and social development.

It is here that the foundations of independent learning are laid. Children are taught by well-qualified teachers who are supported by teaching assistants and specialist teachers for sports and music (and French from Year 2).

Co-curricular Activities Co-curricular clubs and activities are offered at lunchtime and after school by both Junior School staff and visiting specialists.

These include: ballet, judo, chess, Spanish, drama, tennis and yoga. We also offer individual violin and cello lessons. School clubs include choir, recorder and gym.

In Years 3 and 4, pupils are largely taught by their class teachers who are primarily responsible for their pastoral care. Specialist staff teach music, French and sport in all years.

When pupils move into Years 5 and 6, they are primarily taught by their class teacher, who is also responsible for pastoral care.

The curriculum is enriched by subject specialists and senior school teachers. Science is taught in a dedicated room or the Senior School laboratories and food/design technology is taught in smaller groups as part of a carousel of subjects.

Drama is introduced as a separate subject.

Residential trips begin from Year 4 with a night in a Tudor Mansion. In Year 5 they visit a PGL activity centre for five days, and from 2012 Year 6 will be visiting Normandy in France.

Co-curricular Activities Co-curricular clubs and activities are offered at lunchtime and after school by both Junior School staff and visiting specialists.

These include: art, ballet, bridge, chess, choir, computer club, country dancing, fencing, jazz dancing, judo, orchestra, recorder, speech and drama and touch-typing as well as many sporting clubs and practices.

All Year 3 and 4 pupils participate in our violin programme using school instruments as part of their music tuition.

Individual music lessons in a wide variety of instruments are also available.

In order to help children to learn at the speed appropriate for them, they are placed in sets across the year group in English and maths. Internal assessment is continuous and results of this form the basis of teacher/parent interviews and reporting each term. Each pupil is encouraged to develop strong selfmotivation, to take increasing responsibility for his/her own learning and to be actively engaged in the learning process.

Each September on entering Year 4, parents purchase a specified laptop for their child. Their classrooms are specially furnished to meet the needs of an e-learning environment.

The laptop is a tool which supports the pupil’s learning in the widest possible way whilst he/she continues to consolidate the skills which are already developing.

The basic curriculum is further extended by the provision of enrichment days. Visits from a wide variety of specialists such as authors and weekly off-timetable experiences (e.g. Victorian week). Recent activities have included a visit from a Roman soldier and a trip to the Watercress railway line where children re-enacted the WWII evacuation.

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Senior School The Senior School continues the ethos established in the Junior Schools of enabling all pupils to achieve their full potential in class sizes of approximately 20 pupils.

An important element in our teaching philosophy is to understand the link between academic rigour and the value of good character. The academic programme ensures that all pupils attain the highest qualifications of which they are capable for entry into university or college. Laptops are used to support our teaching programmes and student learning.

Years 7, 8, 9 (Key Stage 3) Years 7, 8 and 9 are referred to collectively as Key Stage 3 for curriculum purposes.

The core curriculum for these years is set for all pupils and most subjects are studied until the end of Year 9 as displayed on the table below.

Years 10 and 11 (Key Stage 4)

Sixth Form (Key Stage 5)

Year 10 and 11 pupils study towards their GCSE examinations, also known as Key Stage 4. Typically, students study seven compulsory subjects (including a core of English, mathematics, science, RS and ICT) and four optional subjects, although the curriculum can be reduced or extended to suit the educational needs of the pupil. GCSE option choices are chosen in Year 9.

The GCSE Curriculum Booklet is given to all families at the GCSE evening held during Year 9 and contains a full description of all courses, examination boards and assessment details. We offer a wide range of subjects to suit all pupils but recommend a balance that will usually include a language and humanity. GCSE examination boards vary from subject to subject and are chosen with care by Heads of Department. We are well served by standard GCSE examinations and do not generally enter pupils for IGCSE.

Lower and Upper Sixth, known as Years 12 and 13, typically study four A level courses from the wide selection available. Our AS/A2 Level Curriculum Booklet is published and contains full details of all these courses. This booklet is available for Year 11 pupils at the Sixth Form Open Evening held in October. A wide range of subjects is available and pupils are encouraged to plan carefully for their higher education future when deciding upon their A level course of study.

Further specialism can be pursued through extension papers in some subjects or by offering an extended project on a subject of their own choice.

Curriculum Schedule Years 7–13 for 2011–12 Year

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

Year

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

English

Core

Core

Core

Core

Core

Opt.

Opt.

Economics

n/a

n/a

n/a

Opt.#

Opt.#

Opt.

Opt.

English Literature

Core

Core

Core

Core

Core

Opt.

Opt.

Geography

Core

Core

Core

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Mathematics

Core

Core

Core

Core

Core

Opt.

Opt.

History

Core

Core

Core

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Statistics

n/a

n/a

n/a

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Psychology

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Opt.

Opt.

Integrated Science (Bio/Ch/Phy)

Core

Core

Core

Core *

Core +

n/a

n/a

Politics

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Opt.

Opt.

Biology

n/a

n/a

n/a

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Religious Studies/Philosophy

Core

Core

Core

Core

Core

Opt.

Opt.

Chemistry

n/a

n/a

n/a

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

French

Car.

Core

Core

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Physics

n/a

n/a

n/a

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

German

Car.

n/a

n/a

Core

Core

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Spanish

Car.

Either /Or

Opt.

Core

Either /Or

n/a

Art

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Drama

Core

Core

Core

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Latin

Car.

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Music

Core

Core

Core

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Design Technology: Food

Car.

Car.

Car.

Opt.

Opt.

n/a

n/a

Music Technology

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Opt.

Opt.

Design Technology: Graphics

Car.

Car.

Car.

Opt.

Opt.

n/a

n/a

Photography

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Opt.

Opt.

Design Technology: Product Design

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Opt.

Opt.

Physical Education

Core

Core

Core

Core & Opt

Core & Opt

Core & Opt

Core & Opt

Design Technology: Resistant Materials

Car.

Car.

Car.

Opt.

Opt.

n/a

n/a

Design Technology: Textiles

Car.

Car.

Car.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.#

Opt.#

Opt.

n/a

Media Studies

n/a

n/a

n/a

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Opt.

Business Studies

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The A level programme serves us well and, through their A level success, pupils achieve university places of their choice, including Oxbridge and Russell group universities. In addition to their A level studies, all Sixth Form students receive a weekly critical thinking lesson or lecture which helps broaden their educational thinking and experience. They may choose to sit the formal AS level in critical thinking.

n/a

n/a

n/a

Public Examinations

Careers Advice

Pupils at Claremont consistently perform exceptionally well achieving excellent results across a wide range of subjects.

Appropriate careers advice is provided through the academic and pastoral systems and, in later years, through specific guidance from the School’s careers department and visiting personnel.

Summer 2011 A level We are extremely proud of our Upper Sixth students who achieved the highest A level results in the School’s history.

Co-curricular Activities

The 100% pass rate included an outstanding 94% at A*, A or B.

A wide variety of extra enrichment activities are offered and pupils are encouraged to take part in at least one per week.

GCSE

Games and Sports

69 pupils sat examinations in 23 subjects and we are delighted that 100% of pupils achieved at least 5 (A*–C) GCSE grades.

A very pleasing 40% of results were at A*/A grade and the overall pass rate was 96%.

There are many sporting activities and a very high percentage of pupils represent the School in teams in strong fixture lists. Major boys sports include rugby (autumn term), football (spring term) and cricket/athletics (summer term). Major girls sports include lacrosse and netball (autumn and spring term) and rounders/athletics (summer term). Tennis and mixed hockey are played to a high standard by many pupils. Pupils are introduced to other sports and physical activities within their PE lessons.

Musical Activities Musical activities flourish within the Senior School. The choir meets every week and performs in formal assemblies and concerts throughout the year. Instrumental ensembles include the chamber orchestra and wind ensemble. Rock and pop music making is encouraged and supported by the music department and an annual Rock and Pop festival features the varied talents of the pupils. Specialist music tuition is available in a range of instruments as well as voice.

Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme From Year 10 pupils may begin work on the D of E Award Scheme. It has become so popular that the vast majority of Year 10 pupils achieve the bronze award (usually including a Surrey Hills expedition) and several go on to silver (the twonight expedition is further afield in the UK). In July 2012, our gold expedition will take place in Morocco.

Enrichment Most departments offer enriched curricular experience either as a specific club or to provide further extension work or support. Departments offer subject clinics for additional support and revision.

A wide variety of day and residential trips (including the Duke of Edinburgh Award) enrich and extend the curriculum through experience beyond the classroom. Day trips are usually subject specific whilst residential trips allow for cultural enrichment and pastoral and pupil development. Most recently, the Sixth Form have visited European capitals such as Rome and Berlin, sports tours have taken place in Canada and Malta and we have an annual activity week which in 2011 saw Year 9 in Venice and Verona, Year 8 in Northern France and Year 7 in Stratford upon Avon and Oxford.

Community Service Community service is undertaken by pupils in Year 11 and the Sixth Form as part of the Wednesday afternoon that runs alongside traditional games. Some pupils offer help at charity shops while others work at local community centres for the elderly and disabled.

Drama

Key Core

included within the curriculum

Car

carousel – studied for a part of the year in rotation

Opt

the subject may be taken as an option

n/a

the subject is not offered at this curriculum level

*

Integrated Science at GCSE achieves two GCSE awards – Year 10 is called Science

+

Year 11 is called Additional Science

#

The GCSE course includes elements of both business studies and economics

Each year sees a major school production as well as a variety of smaller dramatic pieces linked to examination work. Large scale musicals alternate with smaller, more intimate plays and offer the opportunity for pupils to shine on stage, behind the scenes or musically within the orchestra pit. The latest stunning CFCS triumph in March 2011 saw the School’s production of The King and I play to over 1400 people in the Leatherhead Theatre.

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Personalised Learning The School aims to meet the individual needs of every pupil by providing appropriate extension and support where necessary or personalising the curriculum. This might involve tailoring a pupil’s timetable, providing expert and specialist help.

ICLT 21st century skills are radically different from previous years.

The emergence of global economies and the reliance on technology requires the development of skills such as creative and critical thinking, independent learning, access to data and evaluation and the ability to communicate effectively within all cultures.

Laptops

Character Education Character Education is at the heart of the educational programme at Claremont Fan Court School. Educating the whole person necessarily involves every aspect of the individual: the intellectual, the creative, the social, the moral, the physical and the spiritual. At Claremont Fan Court we place Character Education at the centre of the educational process thus creating a foundation for developing the Godgiven potential of our pupils. Growth in right-thinking and acting opens the way to a more truthful and expansive way of looking at oneself and others, providing a new perspective on perceived limitations and capabilities.

We have developed a unique programme for teaching character at Claremont Fan Court School. This programme focuses specifically on a set of core values and recognises that developing these requires a comprehensive educational approach. This process relies on genuine and close relationships within the School community. The strength of these relationships provides the foundation for promoting good character within the context of real life issues. We expect all members of our School to act as good role models by living harmoniously with each other and the natural world.

A new character quality is introduced each month and the quality is used as a theme for assemblies, discussions, activities and curriculum work.

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ICLT is integrated into subject areas as the most efficient way for pupils to use the technological tools available to them for effective learning and to promote cross-curricular links. Pupils from Year 4 to Year 11 are equipped with a laptop computer as part of their school equipment. The laptop is personally owned by the parents and is purchased from our laptop partner Ergo Computing UK. Like all technology, laptops need to undergo a periodic refresh due to limitations of warranty, insurance and general wear and tear. The Sony Company have carried out research in schools and their findings suggest that the lifetime of a laptop in school is three years. Our current refresh years are Year 4, Year 7, Year 10.

A parent with a pupil entering any year between Years 4 and 10 is obliged to purchase a new laptop. The laptop will be refreshed every three years after the initial purchase generally although there are options to buy a two or three year laptop after discussion of your options with the ICLT Department.

Sixth Form students are also expected to use a laptop for their learning but are given more freedom in term of choice of models, including providing their own.

House System Upper Juniors and Senior School

Claremont’s house system lies at the heart of co-curricular life. There are four School Houses and all staff and pupils in the Seniors and Upper Juniors are allocated to a House.

The names of the Houses (Norwood, Radnor, Longcross and Esher) represent the four locations in which the two schools, Claremont and Fan Court, have resided.

House activities include sport, chess, music, general knowledge, debating and drama. Pupils strive for house points and victory. Pupil enjoyment and participation makes house membership such an enriching experience.

Personal Social and Health Education (PSHE) PSHE is delivered to all pupils both through academic lessons and specific pastoral sessions. This curriculum reflects the School’s Mission Statement and includes a forward-thinking character education programme based on a two-year cycle of monthly character qualities. All pupils are provided with preparation for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life.

After School Care

Transport

PTA

Lower Juniors

Transportation is available for pupils beginning in Year 3.

Six daily coach services are organised by the School as follows:

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 Teas, Fun Days and social events bring School families together as well as raise additional funds for the School.

Our After School Care facility is available in term time, from 3.15pm to 5.45pm, to Lower Junior children only, for a reasonable daily or weekly charge. Nursery children are welcome if they are in school for the afternoon. Care is provided in Clearview, a building adjacent to the Lower Juniors, where we offer a light tea and activities until 5.45pm.

The After School Care facility may be booked by completing the booking form and returning it to the After School Care post box located in the Lower Juniors Office by 3.15pm the previous day.

Upper Juniors The Upper Juniors offers a Late Class, which is a quiet time for the children between 3.30pm and 4.00pm before their siblings in the Senior School finish and the School minibuses and coaches depart at 4.15pm.

1. Twickenham, Hampton Wick, Teddington, Hampton and Ditton areas, giving access to Hampton Court, Thames Ditton and Esher stations 2. Wimbledon via Raynes Park, New Malden, Norbiton, Kingston and Surbiton 3. Woking via West Byfleet 4. Sunbury via Walton-on-Thames 5. Weybridge via Oatlands 6. Cobham, incorporating Claygate station For further information about the routes, services and availability of seats, please see website or contact Mrs Butler in the Accounts Office Tel 01372 473604.

Medical Care A Care Centre is provided on site and is open during the school day. It is manned by a full-time, qualified first-aider trained to provide first-aid care appropriate to the needs of all children.

We also provide a qualified first-aider to be in attendance at all home sports matches and our sports staff are all trained in first aid. In the case of accident or illness parents are notified and their wishes carried out with regard to the treatment of the child. In an emergency, an ambulance is called.

In the case of communicable disease, the School will co-operate with public health officials. We are careful to report symptoms of contagious or infectious disease, when required, and to observe rules of quarantine.

The Claremont Fan Court School campus is a non-smoking and alcohol-free area.

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Admissions The main entry points for pupils occur at 3+, 4+, 7+, 11+ and Sixth Form. Places are offered subject to the pupil attaining the School’s entry requirements. Applications at other levels are welcome subject to a place becoming available.

Junior School Procedure Prospective Junior School pupils for Year 1 to Year 6 will be invited for a taster day where they will spend part of the day with their year group and will also be assessed individually.

The assessment consists of a standardised mathematics paper, an English paper, a non-verbal reasoning paper and, when appropriate, a verbal reasoning paper. We do not formally assess children applying for Nursery or Reception, but the Head always meets all families as part of the application process.

Senior School Entrance Assessment Procedure The main entrance assessment for the Senior School is held in the January prior to entering the School the following September. Prospective families are welcome to meet with the Head of School prior to the applicant sitting the assessment.

For entry to the Senior School, written papers are set in English, mathematics and verbal reasoning. All papers are designed to reveal the potential of the individual candidate.

Pupils entering Claremont Fan Court School will be expected to demonstrate to the Head of School that they are capable pupils academically and socially. Claremont Fan Court School affirms that development of character goes hand in hand with development of academics. All applicants will be invited for a 15 minute interview with a senior member of staff to talk about their interests, their school activities, the way they approach their studies and their good qualities. A reference will also be requested from the pupil’s current school.

For entry in September 2012, all applications and scholarships forms should be received by the Admissions Secretaries by Friday 18 November 2011 (NB Sixth Form scholarship deadline is 31 October 2011).

The entrance assessment date for entry in September 2012 is Saturday 14 January 2012 from 8.45am – 12.30pm.

Candidates should wear school uniform and bring a pen, pencil, rubber and ruler. Calculators are not needed.

Refreshments will be provided at mid-morning.

Interview appointments will be advised by post and all results will be sent by first-class post on Friday 3 February 2012.

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Guidance for applications from Year 6 pupils for entry to Year 7 in the Senior School As a guide for the assessment of academics, prospective pupils should be working towards achieving a good level 4 or better in each of their KS2 tests.

The concepts tested within the Senior School assessment in English comprehension and maths are based on the KS2 National Curriculum. To further aid preparation, the School has produced a specimen mathematics paper and its mark scheme, both of which can be downloaded from the School website. Practice English and verbal reasoning papers are available commercially.

Guidance for applications from Year 11 pupils for entry to the Sixth Form Pupils are required to have achieved seven or more GCSE grades at A* – C grade in order to enrol on AS courses in the Sixth Form. At AS level, students may choose to study any subject provided that they achieve an upper B grade or better in the same or related subject grade at GCSE level. Most students choose to study four subjects at AS level in Lower Sixth and three at A2 level in Upper Sixth. There are a variety of scholarships available for Sixth Form entry.

Scholarships and Exhibitions for Entry in September 2012 Scholarships and Exhibitions will be awarded to outstanding applicants for up to the value of 25% of tuition fees and are available for entry into Year 3, Year 7, Year 9 and the Sixth Form (Year 12). Scholarships and Exhibitions are available as follows: Year 3: Year 7:

All Rounder Exhibitions Academic, Music and All Rounder (two subjects from: art, music, drama, sport and citizenship) Scholarships Year 9: Academic, Sport and Music Exhibitions Sixth Form: Academic, Sport, Drama, Music and Art Scholarships and Academic Exhibitions Each Scholarship or Exhibition has criteria to assist in the application process including details of relevant testing, interview and required references. Application forms, criteria and reference templates may be downloaded from the school website or obtained from the Senior or Junior School offices.

Applicants must complete the relevant application form prior to the published deadline and send to the Senior School office (Years 7 – Sixth Form) and the Upper Juniors office (Year 3). For Years 3, 7 and 9, the deadline to receive applications is 18 November 2011. For Sixth Form Scholarships and Exhibitions, applications must be received by 31 October 2011.

Year 3 Exhibitions are awarded for up to 15% of tuition fees There are six All Rounder Exhibitions for Year 3 (usually three internal, three external). The James Hamilton Scholarship Award will be given to an outstanding applicant from the maintained education sector for entry into Year 3 (up to the end of Year 6). This is a means-tested award up to the value of 100% of tuition fees.

Year 7 Academic Scholarships are awarded for up to 25% of tuition fees Applicants will sit the general entrance assessment on Saturday 14 January 2012, with papers in English, maths and verbal reasoning. The Diana Hill Scholarship Award will be given to an outstanding applicant from the maintained sector for entry into Year 7. This is a means-tested award up to the value of 100% of tuition fees.

Year 7 Music Scholarships are awarded for up to 25% of tuition fees

Applicants need to offer two instruments, including voice, one of which should be at Grade 4 or above. Auditions will be held on Saturday 21 January 2012 for entry into the School the following September.

Year 7 All Rounder Scholarships are awarded for up to 25% of tuition fees Applicants will sit the general entrance assessment on Saturday 14 January 2012, with papers in English, mathematics and verbal reasoning. Applicants must achieve high standards in the assessment papers and should also offer strong evidence of success, by supplying a short written reference from a teacher or leader, in at least two of the following: • music: voice or instrument at Grade 3 level or above • sport: compete at club, district level or county level in a Claremont Fan Court 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 or youth organisations

Year 9 Academic Exhibitions are awarded for up to 15% of tuition fees The exhibition examination will take place on Saturday 14 January 2012. Applicants will be set papers in English, maths and verbal reasoning.

Year 9 Sports Exhibitions are awarded for up to 15% of tuition fees Selection and participation in either one sport at club or county level in a Claremont Fan Court representative school sport or a range of sports at school and club level. Applicants will be asked to attend School for a full day in January 2012 during which there will be a series of fitness tests to assess both their health and skill-related fitness. They will also take part in one or more of the major games played at the School.

Year 9 Music Exhibitions are awarded for up to 15% of the tuition fees Applicants need to offer two instruments, including voice, one of which should be at Grade 5 or above. Auditions will be held on Saturday 21 January 2012.

Sixth Form Academic Scholarships are awarded for up to 25% of tuition fees Applicants must achieve a minimum of seven A or A* grades in GCSE exams including A grades in the subjects (or related subjects) which they intend to study at A level. Year 10 modules and GCSE mock examination results will be used as evidence of academic achievement. External students applying for Sixth Form Academic Scholarships will sit an examination in November comprising papers in English, mathematics and critical thinking. Four and above Grade A passes will result in an Exhibition worth 15% tuition fee reduction.

The Plimmer Award: the two most outstanding applicants of the GCSE year will receive the Plimmer Award which bestows a 50% reduction of tuition fees for two years of Sixth Form study.

Sixth Form Sports Scholarships are awarded for up to 25% of the tuition fees Selection and participation in either one sport at county or national level in a Claremont Fan Court representative school sport or a range of sports at school and club level.

Sixth Form Drama Scholarships are awarded for up to 25% of tuition fees Applicants will need to meet the expected requirements of the School for entry into the Sixth Form of seven predicted A*–C grades at GCSE, including an A/A* in Drama.

Sixth Form Music Scholarships are awarded for up to 25% of tuition fees Applicants need to offer two instruments, including voice, one of which should be at Grade 6. Auditions will be held in November.

Sixth Form Art Scholarships are awarded for up to 25% of tuition fees Applicants will need to meet the expected requirements of the School for entry into the Sixth Form of seven predicted A*–C grades at GCSE, including an A/A* in Art.

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Fees September 2011–2012 Fees are payable in advance and must be paid by the first day of term.

A charge of £50 is automatically made on fees that remain outstanding after the first day of term together with interest at 2% above Bank of England Base Rate. The Bursar’s Office will provide details on request of a company that arranges payment by a monthly instalment scheme.

Tuition Fees

Compulsory School Lunches

(Annual tuition fees are paid over three terms as below) Age Lower Junior

Year

Per Term

Lower Junior School

£188

Upper Junior School

£207

Senior School

£223

3+

Nursery 2 3.25 hrs afternoons per week

£544

3+

Nursery 5 mornings per week

£1,360

3–4

Nursery full time and Reception

£2,618

Personal Accident Insurance

5–6

1–2

£2,720

Unless the School has received written notification to the contrary, in advance of the beginning of term, the premium of £6.00 will be automatically included on the fee invoice each term. Cover will apply from the first day of term.

Upper Junior

7 – 10

3–6

£3,500

Full details are available from the Finance Manager.

Senior

11 – 12

7–8

£4,309

13 – 18

9 – 11 and Sixth Form

£4,550

School Fees Protection Scheme

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.

3.25 hrs

Financial Assistance All financial assistance is means tested by reference to family income and net assets. Parents requesting short term or permanent financial assistance may apply to the Bursar for an application form. The completed application will be reviewed and parents may be invited in for an informal meeting prior to a decision being made.

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Lunches (per term)

Insurances (Full details available from the Bursar’s Office).

A scheme is available for refunding fees when sickness or accident causes absence from school. Full details are available from the Bursar’s Office, but cover is only effected on payment of the insurance premium.

Fees in Advance

Extra Subjects – Course of 10 Lessons

A scheme is available to provide a discount on fees, etc when funds are deposited in advance, whether by parents or third parties.

Music

School Bus One Way

Both Ways

(am)

(pm)

Teddington and Wimbledon

£221

£190

£349

Claygate Station

£89

£89

£131

Woking, Oxshott £174 and Cobham

£174

£319

Walton and Weybridge

£174

£174

Sunbury

£174

35 minute lessons

Individual Upper Junior/Senior School

£221

30 minute lessons

Individual Lower Junior School

£190

Football Upper Junior

Yoga 45 minute lessons

Drama Club

Lower Junior

£108

Touch Typing

35 minute lessons

Upper Junior

£135

Upper Junior

45 minute lessons

Senior

£142

£174

£319

35 minute lessons

Upper Junior

£72

30 minute lessons

Lower Junior

£62

Extended Day

Street Dance

After School Prep – Upper Juniors £2.60p per session to be arranged with the Upper Junior Secretary.

By arrangement with dance-street

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.

£60

Judo 45 minute lessons

Lower/Upper Junior

£101

Lower/Upper Junior

£104

£74

Subject Support and EAL (per pupil per lesson) Individual Shared (2 pupils)

Shared (3 pupils)

Shared (4 pupils)

Senior – 50 minute lesson

£42

£26

£21

£17

Upper Junior

£26

£17

£17

£17

Lower Junior

£23

£15

£12

£12

Dance Jazz and Ballet

Lower Junior

Spanish 60 minute lessons

Speech and Drama

£319

£96

£101

Chess After School Club

Lower Junior

£42

Upper Junior

£62

Tennis and Fencing By arrangement with England Sports Group

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