Bushey Meads School Prospectus

Aspire to Achieve

‘Our School has a Mind to be Kind’

Welcome to Bushey Meads School

As a parent or carer choosing the right secondary school for your child will be one of the most important decisions you will ever make. You rightly expect your child to be happy and thrive in a safe, inspiring environment, which prepares them well for a successful future. We are confident that Bushey Meads affords all students this opportunity.

We look forward to welcoming your son or daughter to the school and becoming one of our many successes of the future.

Jeremy Turner Executive Principal

“I really enjoy this school. It’s a great school to go to. The teachers are brilliant and I learn something new every day.”

Year 7 Student

Aspire to Achieve

Over successive years our attainment at both GCSE and A level has placed us among the top comprehensive schools in the country. We achieve this by having high aspirations and expectations of all our students in terms of hard work, self-discipline and achievement. The school builds on strong academic traditions in a caring atmosphere which promote an expectation that every student will positively contribute to the school community.

Aspire to Achieve is our school motto; within our inclusive, family ethos we nurture the personal development of all our students and ensure they are challenged to reach their full potential.

We enjoy working closely with parents and carers so that together we provide the very best for our students. We ensure that your child develops into a mature, independent learner who succeeds at the highest level throughout their lives. Bushey Meads School is the school that will make the difference.

Inspiring Teaching Aspirational Learning

Our drive to deliver outstanding teaching is at the heart of our practice; instilling curiosity and a love of learning is our core purpose.

“Teachers have strong subject knowledge and quickly notice when pupils misunderstand something. Staff have also established the understanding among pupils that they never give up.”

Ofsted

Welcoming our New Learners

Throughout the transition process we guide and nurture, ensuring a confident and happy start to every child’s successful journey through our school.

“I would definitely recommend this school to another pupil because you are very well looked after here. It is like we are one big family.”

Year 7 Student

Confident Responsible Supportive

Our friendly and caring ethos creates a positive environment. All students gain a sense of belonging, grow in confidence and thrive.

Year 8 Student

“The Character Development programme of activities that we complete each morning is fun, interesting and educational. I look forward to it every day.”

Unlocking Potential Celebrating Progress

Valuing strong home school partnerships, we develop successful learners who enjoy their studies, make progress and achieve their potential. Our robust assessment process, detailed reports, parents’ evenings and target setting activities enable us to match our teaching to your child’s needs.

A commitment to ensure achievement across all subjects provides a platform for lifelong learning. “Bushey Meads School is a high-achieving school which respects every student and aims for the best results. Our teachers really go the extra mile.”

Year 10 Student

Year 12 Student

“Taking part in the Sixth Form community service programme has enabled me to develop my personal skills of mentoring and teaching younger students.”

Developing Leaders

We provide exciting and challenging opportunities to ensure all students become confident, independent and responsible adults, developing skills which enable them to engage positively in society.

Our students are strongly encouraged to develop their leadership skills through a wide range of activities. They effectively contribute to the life of the school and wider community.

A Personalised Curriculum

A curriculum tailored to the individual makes the school a place of real relevance and enjoyment for its students, providing exciting routes to top universities, flourishing vocational options and personalised pathways to success.

“The school has created an exciting and ambitious programme of learning. Pupils can choose from a very wide range of subjects and qualifications.”

Ofsted

Exciting Innovative Creative

Our state of the art resources and equipment across a range of subjects fully support the delivery of quality learning experiences.

“State of the art equipment such as the 3D printer enables us to bring our designs to life.”

Year 9 Student

Beyond the Classroom

Whatever their interests, students can find a meaningful and enjoyable experience from our extensive range of clubs and activities, enhancing their skills, having fun and making new friends.

“The school’s curriculum provides positive, memorable experiences, both in the classroom and within a programme of extra-curricular opportunities.”

Ofsted

“The Sixth Form stands out as an area of excellence within the school. Sixth Form students serve as fantastic role models for pupils in the younger year groups.”

Ofsted

Well Prepared for the Future

Our Sixth Form is a place of opportunity, innovation and success. Effectively supported and challenged, all our students are fully equipped to take ambitious next steps beyond Bushey Meads School.

BE PART OF OUR EXCITING JOURNEY

From little seeds, mighty trees can grow

Belief Motivation Success

We look forward to welcoming you to our school; a school where everyone Aspires to Achieve and does their very best to ensure that year on year their best gets better.