David Game College Brochure 2023-24

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Contents Contents Welcome from our Founder 44 4 Welcome Welcomefrom fromthe thePrincipal Principal Aboutthe theCollege College 66 6 About About the College Values & Ethos Our Vision 88 8 Our OurValues Values& Our Courses 9 Teaching Boarding Principles 911 and Learning 11 Our GCSEs OurCourses Courses 11 11 GCSEs GCSEs 12 A Levels 11 12 AA Levels& Life Sciences Programme 14 12 Levels Medical 14 Medical Medical LifeSciences Sciences Programme 14 &&Life Programme 16 University Foundation Programme 16 University University Foundation Programme 16 18 Preparing Foundation for UniversityProgramme Entry 18 Preparing Preparing forUniversity UniversityEntry Entry 18 19 Universityfor Destinations 19 University UniversityDestinations Destinations 19 20 Pathway to Application 20 PathwaytotoApplication Application 20 22 Pathway Senior Leadership Team 22 22 Senior and Support Staff 23 Academic 23 23 Academic and Student Support 24 Extracurricular Activities and Events 24 Extracurricular Activities and Events 24 Activities and Events 28 Extracurricular Boarding Accommodation 28 Boarding Accommodation 28 30 College How toAccommodation Find David Game College 30 How to Find David Game College 30 How to Find David Game College

Welcome from our Founder When I founded David Game College in 1974, I had a clear vision of the type of educational establishment I wanted to create.

Now, over 49 47 years on, our ethos remains the same: to promote the joy of learning and knowledge to our students in the context of academic rigour and curiosity, while remaining focused on enabling them to achieve examination success and secure a place at university.

Our aim, now as then, is to ensure that every student who passes through our College leaves more skilled and informed, prepared for their next academic journey, and more mature in their understanding and respect for others.

If you would like to visit the College, please contact us to arrange an appointment. It would give me great and our current students. pleasure to welcome you to David Game College and to introduce you to my 4

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The strengths of the College are our: Subject Specialist Teachers have a team of highly qualified, IWe have a team of highly experienced and and committed committedtutors. experienced teachers.

49 Years of experience.

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David Game MA (Oxon), MPhil (Lond) Founder & Co-Principal

David Game is one of the UK’s most original education entrepreneurs and philanthropists.

As a Scholar at New College, Oxford, David gained an MA in Mathematics, going on to study for an MPhil in Number Theory at University College London (UCL). David worked as an independent Mathematics tutor in London for several years, before founding David Game College in 1974.

David is known for his energy, dynamism and innovative approach to educational provision. It is these qualities that have enabled him to build up an impressive group of independent schools and colleges in Britain and overseas. David is based at the David Game College Group Head in South Kensington, but he remains closely involved in the dayto-day running of the College. David always makes time to meet students and takes immense pride in their achievements.

A keen linguist and a talented amateur photographer, David is also a patron and collector of contemporary art. Many of the paintings he owns can enjoy them. are displayed in the College, where students and

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About the College Established in 1974, David Game College is a boarding and day independent college located in the City of London.

As a co-educational establishment, we are very studentcentred, looking after all the specific needs of those in our care. We have well-established and robust systems for ensuring that the academic and pastoral needs of all students are well monitored and no individual is left behind. We are ambitious for all of our students and we think deeply about how we sequence, plan and deliver our curriculum. To this end, we stretch and challenge our students academically and we are skilled in adaptive learning, ensuring that all students make progress.

Our boarding provision is a new and exciting development of the College, which has improved our facilities, extracurricular provision, pastoral care and the focus on the individual student’s academic needs. Our results demonstrate significant added value in the teaching of our GCSE and A level curriculum and we send the majority of our students on to a university of their choice, many of which are within the Russell Group. We welcome you to become part of our educational family.

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About the College recommend David Game College because ethic and the teachers go that extra mile for their students.’

Morris, student

Established in 1974, David Game College is one of the most successful boarding and day independent colleges in London.

We specialise in preparing students for university entry, by providing an extensive range of GCSE and A level courses and focusing on examination success. We also run our own University Foundation Programme courses in as a and Foreign Language.

We admit students between the ages of 13 and 22 years, with up to 200 students following full-time courses with us every year. Students choose David Game College because of the quality of teaching and the high level of individual attention and support they receive here.

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At David Game College we take great pride in our ability to cater for students of all educational abilities and backgrounds. Our tutors have high expectations, so all students – including the most able – are stretched intellectually and encouraged to aim high. If students are capable of gaining entry to the most competitive degree courses and the most prestigious universities, they have an excellent chance of being successful here.

‘David Game College has been life changing and one the bestwho We are proudof of our students achieve top grades, but we are experiences’ also committed to raising the level

We recognise that A level grade C, for example, constitutes a major underachievement for some a cause for celebration for others.

For many students, David Game College represents a fresh approach, a new beginning. This is particularly true where students have become large classes at their previous school or college, leading underachievement.

Adam, student

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Our Values Ambition | Curiosity | Self-belief | Tolerance David Game College is committed to providing high quality education, ensuring that all students experience rapid learning and achieve their ambition. Our role is to ignite a flame of learning and curiosity within students so they can understand and relate to the complexities of the world they will inherit.

We want our students to be ambitious and optimistic about their futures and to be prepared to push themselves to achieve the extraordinary. For us there are no barriers to learning; students should be encouraged to break free from any limiting self-doubts, and not be constrained by the past. In this regard, we have a strong commitment to students’ mental health and wellbeing, ensuring that students can handle setbacks and become resilient.

Our strategic vision is clear – select and develop the very best teachers to deliver a progressive and modern curriculum that not only gives students the knowledge and techniques to excel in examinations, but also the critical thinking skills and broader education to navigate their place in the world. Our ethos and values are reflected in our curriculum; students should not be limited or defined by the past and it is the College’s role to develop students self-belief, and confidence to grow and ask questions and learn within a safe, tolerant environment, one that respects ambition and works towards enabling a dream to become a reality.

The curriculum successfully blends traditional values with modernity. We never lose sight of the fundamentals – literacy and numeracy – and we take care to ensure that students understand the importance of detail, without losing sight of the bigger picture.

We encourage and foster a learning environment that is tolerant and respects the beliefs and values of all. In this regard, the College is non-denominational and welcomes everyone.

Values and beliefs that unite the College include: · · · · · · ·

Self-belief Endeavour and resilience Tolerance and respect for others A desire to explore the great issues of the day Ambition Not being limited or defined by the past Respect for what the past can teach us in the present

Our Vision To be recognised as a centre of excellence for boarding and day education, and one that provides a rich educational experience to prepare students for the complex challenges and opportunities of the 21st Century.

‘I have an offer from Oxford.

My year has been fun and life-changing and it led me to something even better than I expected for myself.’

Anakul, student

Our Courses At David Game College we prepare students education by an for entry to extensive range of GCSE, AS and A level courses. run our and courses in English as a Foreign Language. We pride ourselves on our and in courses of study tailored to each student’s particular needs and preferences.

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On this course you will: On this course you will: • study five or more GCSE subjects in one year • take GCSE examinations in five or more subjects at the end of the year.

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Subjects available at GCSE/IGCSE Arabic

Economics Drama

Mathematics Geography

Art & & Design Design (Fine (Fine Art)* Art)* Art

English (as 1st language) Economics

Music* History

Art & & Design Design Art (Photography)* (Photography)*

2ndlanguage) language) English (as 1st

Physics Mathematics

English (as Literature 2nd language)

Religious Studies Music*

French Literature English

Russian* Physics Spanish Studies Religious

Computer Science Science

Further Pure French Mathematics Further Pure Geography Mathematics

Drama

History

Biology Biology Business Business Chemistry Chemistry

Russian* Spanish

* GCSE subjects. All other subjects are IGCSE. One-to-one or small-group tuition in other subjects will be provided on request. * GCSE subjects.

All other subjects are IGCSE. One-to-one or small group tuition in other subjects will be provided on request.

'At David Game College the teaching is outstanding and the working atmosphere ‘At David Game College is very mature.’ the teaching is outstanding

and the working atmosphere Melanie, student is very mature.’

Melanie, student

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Levels AA Levels Two-year Two-year A level level Course Course A

Eighteen-month Eighteen-month A A level level Course Course

One-year One-year A A level level Course Course

This course course is is for for students students This who have have appropriate appropriate GCSE GCSE who or equivalent equivalent qualifications or

This course is for students who have appropriate GCSE or equivalent qualifications or or who have previously studied AS levels.

This This course course is is for for students students who who have have previously previously studied studied AS AS or or AA levels levels and and wish wish to to improve their grades. improve their grades.

On On this this course courseyou youwill: will: •• study three to to four A level study three four A level subjects in in Year One; optional - subjects Year One; optional take ASAS examinations at at thethe end take examinations end ofof Year One Year One

Students will will start start in inJanuary Januaryand andwill will complete their exams exams in in June June the the following year.

An exceptionally exceptionally bright student may An be able able to to take take this this course course without be any previous previous AA level level background. any

•• continue to to study three of of your continue study three your subjects at at A level in Year Two. subjects A level in Year Two.

Subjects available available at at AA level level Subjects Accounting Accounting

EnglishLiterature Literature English

Music Technology Technology Music

Art&&Design Design(Fine (FineArt) Art) Art

FilmStudies Studies Film

Philosophy Philosophy

Art&&Design Design(Textiles) (Textiles) Art

French French

Physics Physics

Art&&Design Design(Photography) (Photography) Art

FurtherMathematics Mathematics Further

Politics Politics

Biology Biology

Geography Geography

Psychology Psychology

Business Business

History History

Russian Russian

Chemistry Chemistry

Mathematics Mathematics

Sociology Sociology

Computer ComputerScience Science

Media MediaStudies Studies Spanish

Spanish Spanish

Economics Economics

Music Music

All subjects are available as two-year courses, many are also available as eighteen-month or one-year courses.

All subjects are available as two-year courses, many are also available as eighteen-month or one-year courses.

One-to-one or small group tuition in other subjects may be provided on request.

One-to-one or small-group tuition in other subjects may be provided on request.

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Medical & Life Sciences Programme The College has developed a Medical & Life Sciences Programme that prepares students for entry to some of the most competitive degree courses in the UK and ensures that they have a good insight into the demands of their chosen subject.

On this programme you will: • follow the same programme of study as for the two-year A level course (see page 12)

• attend talks given by visiting medical practitioners and professional scientists

• be taught beyond the prescribed A level syllabuses through an enhanced programme of seminars on topics closely related to medicine and modern biology, such as: cancer, immunology, medical ethics, the NHS, personalised medicine and genomics, and developments in medical diagnostics

• receive one-to-one or small group tuition in the main critical aptitude tests (UCAT and BMAT) • be given the opportunity to undertake relevant healthcare work experience.

Students will be accepted onto the Medical & Life Sciences Programme only if the College considers that they stand a realistic chance of securing a place on these highly competitive degree courses.

For further information about this programme, please visit the Medical & Life Sciences Programme section of the College website.

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'Anyone who wants to go here should expect a lot of studious people, who are dedicated and know what they want and know what they are aspiring for, so this is a good environment to be in if you are lacking that motivation.'

Sandra, student

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University Foundation Programme (UFP) The UFP is an alternative route to university for students who do not wish to study A levels, but who have appropriate GCSE or equivalent On this course you will: study 6 modules, comprising 3 compulsory modules and 3 optional modules. be assessed by coursework throughout the year.

Our UFP was established in 1990 and is one of the most successful in the UK. It is accepted by 90 British universities and by universities in America, Canada and Australia.

The UFP will not qualify you for entry to dentistry or veterinary science degree courses or to Oxbridge, all of which require high grades in three A levels. For further information, please see our University Foundation Programme prospectus. For detailed information on the UFP please go to www.ufp.uk.com or telephone 0207 727 7774.

English as a Foreign Language (EFL) This course is for non-native speakers of English who need to improve their English Language in English Language. skills, or acquire a recognised Universities in the UK typically require non-native speakers of English to have a score of 6.5 or above in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). If you need to improve your IELTS score, you will need to take an English Language course alongside your A level or UFP course.

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On this course you will: receive one-to-one or small group tuition in English Language, as required be prepared for the IELTS test.

For further information, please see our Kensington Academy of English (KAE) prospectus. For detailed information on KAE please go to www.kensingtonacademy.com or telephone 0207 221 6665.

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Preparing for University Entry At David Game College, we prepare our students very thoroughly for their future careers.

Students wishing to study at a British university are required to submit an application to the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). We guide our students through every stage of the UCAS application process. Our UCAS Advisor, holds regular one-to-one meetings with all A level students, providing them with individual support tailored to their needs that includes specialist advice and information about subject choices and combinations, suitable degree courses and which offers to accept.

Our UCAS Advisor also helps students to write an effective personal statement and to complete their UCAS form correctly. Those students who are invited to interview receive coaching in interview techniques and mock interview practice. In addition to supporting students with their UCAS application, our UCAS Advisor offers careers advice and can help students to arrange work experience placements, providing guidance about composing an eyecatching CV and writing a covering letter.

We were very pleased to attend the Cife (The Council for Independent Education) Awards Ceremony at the House of Lords hosted by Lord Lexdon OBE. Eshaya Lim, an ex David Game College student, won an award for outstanding for science and mathematics and her performance in Year 12 was commendable. She has all the characteristics of a determined, academically driven person and she showed herself to be a role model among the students. We are very grateful for her work on the student council and her contribution to the school community. Eshaya is now studying Medicine at Imperial College.

University Destinations On average 65% of our students attend Russell Group Universities.

Other, e.g. studying abroad

Other UK universities

Russell Group Universities

University of Birmingham

University of Glasgow

University of Manchester

University of

University of Bristol

Imperial College London

Newcastle University

University of Southampton

University of Cambridge

King’s College London

University of Nottingham

University College London

University

University of Leeds

University of Oxford

University of Warwick

Durham University

University of Liverpool

University of York

University of Edinburgh

London School of Economics

Queen Mary, University of London

University of Exeter

Jelal achieved A* A* A* A* and gained a place to study Engineering at Cambridge University.

Queen’s University Belfast

Caroline achieved A* A* A* A* and gained a place to study Computing at Imperial College London.

Patricia achieved A* A A and gained a place to study Physics at Oxford University.

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Pathway to application Enquire There are many ways to get in touch. You can form, book a place at one of our open events, give us a call or pop in. We will be pleased to provide you further information on our courses and give an initial indication as to which may be the best course for you.

Apply Apply online, in person, or by post

If you decide you would like to apply for a place, the next step is to complete an application form and submit the initial documents required. These are normally a copy of your passport and your can send your application online, in person or by post to the College. There is no application fee, but a registration fee is payable if you join.

Skype Call

Interview The Head of Admissions will review your documents and if satisfactory will invite you for an interview. International students may be asked to take an English Language and Mathematics test before the interview. If you are applying for a GCSE course the interview will most likely be with the Head of GCSE, and if you are applying for an A Level course the interview will be with one or both of our Co-Principals and/or the Head of Sixth Form. If you are an international student or live far away, it is possible to conduct an interview via Skype. The Head of Admissions often conducts Skype interviews and discusses the interview with the Principal.

The Head of GCSE or Co-Principals will inform the Head of Admissions whether a place should be to the applicant and if so, Conditions the conditions attached to the may be academic (ie the student must achieve certain grades at GCSE) or documentary. If a reference has not already been provided from the applicant’s current/previous school, this will be required.

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International students

Home students 1. Confirmation of place The Head of Admissions will email you to confirm that your payment has been received and that your place is reserved. Information such as a welcome letter and book list will be sent to you.

2. Registration You will attend a registration session on the first day of term (or if you arrive late, on your first day) where you will fill in the arrival form and have your photo taken for your student ID.

International Students 1. Confirmation of place The Head of Admissions will email you to confirm that your payment has been received and that your place is confirmed. Information such as the welcome letter and book list will be sent to you.

2. Arrange accommodation If you require accommodation, the Head of Admissions will put you in touch with the Accommodation Officer to book.

3. Visa Application If you require a student visa to study in the UK then the Head of Admissions or Registrar can help you by telling you the documents you will need for your visa application. The Registrar or Head of Admissions must first check all documents that are to be submitted with your visa application and can provide templates for such letters if required. davidgamecollege.com

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Senior Leadership Team

John Dalton

Julia Cushnir

Nedaa Belal

Co-Principal Head of Science / DDSL

Head of Sixth Form / Chemistry / DSL

Head of GCSE/ Head of Safeguarding & Senior DSL

BSc, CBiol, MSB, FITOL

Bsc (Hons), PhD, QTS, DSL

John Dalton graduated in Biochemistry from London University and has over 30 years’ teaching experience. In addition to his role as Co-Principal, John is Head of Science and Head of the Medical & Life Sciences Programme. John is a Chartered Biologist and has extensive field experience, specialising in ecology and the biology of insects.

Julia is responsible for monitoring the attendance and academic progress of all students in the Sixth Form. She ensures that all Sixth Form pupils are assigned a personal tutor who helps guide them through the challenges of college life. She organises the advanced PSHE programme, which is delivered in tutor groups and assembly. She also teaches Chemistry.

Nedaa’s main roles are Safeguarding & Head of the GCSE Department. As Head of Safeguarding & the Senior DSL, Nedaa leads a team & has significant contact with local authority professionals. As Head of GCSE, she is in charge of students of compulsory school age & provides students with a structured programme that includes pastoral care as well as providing advice & support.

Siobhan Flint

Anne Lewis

Lisa Maloba

BA, MA &,PGCE

BA(Hons), MSc, PGCE, CPT3A

Head of UCAS & Careers / SENCO, Head of Pastoral Head of Film Studies Care and DDSL Siobhan is responsible for overseeing all of the UCAS applications and offers students one-to-one guidance with careers and university choices. She is also Head of Film Studies and has twenty years teaching experience in a Sixth Form College environment.

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Anne is the SENCo and she has responsibility for coordinating the provision for students with an existing or suspected Special Educational Need or Disability. She liaises with parents, external providers, educational psychologists and other relevant professionals. She also manages the processes involved in examination access arrangements, alongside the College Examinations Officer.

BSc, MSc

Mental Health Lead Lisa has the responsibility for promoting well-being across the school among students and staff members. She makes student referrals to the school counsellor and works alongside the senior leadership team to develop and implement well-being objectives. Lisa also teaches A Level Psychology.

Matthew Sherman

Dr Peter Stanley

Zameer ul-Hassan

Head of Economics

Head of Biology

Head of Mathematics

BSc, MSc, PGCE

MSc, PhD, MRSB, Cbiol, MRSC

MSc

Matthew Sherman holds a BSc in Economics from Queen Mary College, University of London, an MSc in Resource and Environmental Economics from University College, London and a PGCE from the Institute of Education. Economics students perform consistently well at the College and in recent years Mr Sherman’s has achieved virtually a 100% pass rate.

Dr Stanley holds a PhD in Biochemistry from University College London, an MSc in Pharmacology from Kings College and a Bachelors degree from Queen Mary, University of London.

He lectured for several years at UCL and St George’s Medical School before joining the teaching staff of David Game in 1995 and has published widely in academic journals and the scientific press.

Zameer is responsible for all A Level Mathematics and Further Mathematics students. Zameer has twenty years of teaching experience, he worked for several years as head of Papworth House at Karachi Grammar School, Pakistan’s leading independent institution, and has been with David Game since 2005.

His areas of Interest include Pure Maths, Mechanics and Statistics.

Angela Williams

Emma Ventris

Terry Kwok

Head of Boarding / DSL

Head of Super Curricular Enrichment

Registrar and Head of International Office

BBA

Angela holds a BBA in Information Technology in the Hong Kong University of Science & Technology.

She started her career in corporate finance and investment banking.

Since moving to the UK more than 20 years ago, she has worked in boardingand teaching at several prestigious independent boarding schools. At David Game Angela is responsible for all aspects of boarding and welfare of boarders.

LRAM ALCM BMus PDipRAM

Emma is the Director of Music and was originally an international opera singer, before moving on to producing concerts and galas; teaching singing in London and Kent, and leading choirs, primarily for the Lockton Choir, London. Emma is now Head of Super Curricular Enrichment and leads College clubs and societies, including the David Game Music Hub.

CMS

Terry is responsible for student registrations and attendance. In addition to her role as Registrar, she advises students on visa applications and general matters such as travel, finance and accommodation.

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Extracurricular Activities and Events Learning Outside the Classroom

Sports and Fitness

Throughout the year, students have the opportunity to participate in trips and visits outside lesson time.

Such initiatives give our students the chance to consolidate their learning in a more informal and relaxed environment and to further develop stronger relationships with each other and with staff.

Sports and fitness are also one of our priorities.

London has many clubs, swimming pools and parks.

If you like exercising and keeping fit, you will have plenty of choices. Our central London location means we take full advantage of using the local sports facilities. We also have an on-site gym. We hold regular training sessions and play matches against other colleges, in sports such as basketball and football. Other popular activities are badminton, squash, dance and yoga clubs.

Our students have the chance to attend regular events relating to their studies such as Art, Music and Film and undertake visits for specific fieldwork for subjects like Geography and Biology. The College also organises educational trips to visit the many iconic sites in London and its surrounding areas.

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Our Student Council is made up Student Council enable students to Student Council enable students to Our Student Council is made made up up of elected representatives of the exchange ideas and debate exchange ideas and debate significant of elected representatives of the student body and acts as a link political and ethical issues as well as political and ethical issues as well as student body and acts as a link between students and the College Students are invited global global affairs. Students are invited between students and the College Management Team. The Council to participate in the debates, which to participate in the debates, which Management Team.

Team. The The Council Council members meet regularly to discuss follow formal debating rules: motions follow formal debating rules: motions members meet regularly to discuss any matters of interest or concern to forand andagainst against each subject are for each subject are any matters of interest or concern to to students. pleased that some presentedbybythe the speakers, whose presented speakers, whose students.

WeWe areare pleased that some Student Council priorities contributionsare are managed the contributions managed byby the thethe Student Council priorities for for of of priorities the current academic year include Chair.

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UCAS personal statements. statements.

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The DG Drama Society students. of of events under thethe titletitle a series The DG Drama Society produces performances throughout WeWe had the opportunity “DG Talks”. had opportunity produces performances throughout “DG Talks”. had thethe opportunity the year.

Aimed at have Maeve Murphy, an award have Maeve Murphy, award theacademic academic year.

Together with the to to an an award year.

Aimed at anyone, anyone, not just those who would confident female director, who talked winning female director, who talked various music clubs, thebe drama society winning director, who talked and keen to performances perform, this Society has our students notnot only about our students only about produces throughout to to developed to include technicians as thethe Film Industry, butbut also, how to to Film Industry, also, how the academic year. Aimed at anyone well asisstage Costume, advantage of academic andand take advantage of academic who keenmanagement. to explore their take make up and set design are also opportunities areDrama also areas areas in general. professional opportunities in general. performing abilities.

The society professional students keen tomake expand Scheduled events willwill focus on on Scheduled events focus includesare costume, upinto andwith set live music, incorporating singers, composers, art and Architecture forfor Humanity Religion, Architecture Humanity designs, live music from Religion, photography exhibitions pivotal to its Impact These areare and Management. and Impact Management.

These the music clubs to make the student’s development. of of charge forfor students andand we we like free likelike free charge students experience as fun and rewarding as to to invite families and friends to attend. attend. invite families and friends to attend. possible.

Music MusicClub Club The Club was set up up in September 2018.

Withthe theexpansion expansion ofDavid the all set September With of TheMusic MusicClub Hubwas boasts anin array of clubs2018. and academic studies from which David Game College Music department we are also offering the opportunity for students toand have musicMusic lessons atprivate any fromWe Beginners Technology AS A individual level alongside GCSE andlevel A instrumental Level. areand alsosinging classical music club; a music technology club, including music theory and exam preparation.

We have a team of visiting lessons. We encourage all of our students to keep up their musical studies, or music teachers fornew. strings, brass, percussion, guitar – bass acoustic.

So and level from Beginners including music theory and exam preparation.

We have to try something There are regular performances forand parents, students changing does not meanfor giving up your musical instrument and it can a teachers team of schools visiting music teachers strings, brass, percussion, guitar – bass throughout the academic year, with termly concerts by professional also be an opportunity to try something new.

All students learning and and acoustic.

Sothe changing schools does not mean upenjoy your musical artists.

Due to College’s central location, tripsgiving to theatres and opera houses creating new pieces soalso thatbethey can performtointry the instrument and it can an opportunity something new.

All students are available to all students throughout the year. end-of-term enjoy learningconcert. and creating new pieces so that they can perform in the end-of-term concert.

Graduation Ceremony Every year we hold a Graduation Ceremony for students who have finished their examinations and are leaving the College. With good food, drinks, live music and a smart dress code, this wonderful event enables students and staff to say their goodbyes in style and to celebrate the end of the examinations together.

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Boarding Accommodation Room Types SINGLE

EN-SUITE SINGLE

SINGLE STUDIO

A secure lockable single bedroom in a 2 or 3 person flat sharing a shower room and a kitchen lounge with 1 or 2 other residents in the flat. The bedroom is equipped with a built-in desk, desk chair, comfortable small double bed, wardrobe and storage space and underfloor heating.

Each of the stunning lockable bedrooms features a built-in desk and desk chair in front of a panoramic window, a small double bed with memory foam mattress, lots of storage and under-floor heating. In addition, each bedroom has a separate luxury en-suite shower room.

A spacious and modern studio apartment. Each studio features a small double bed with memory foam mattress, built-in desk and desk chair, underfloor heating and galley kitchen with modern appliances such as a fridge/freezer. There is also a comfortable seating area, spacious storage and wardrobe space. Our studio apartments are an excellent choice for independent living.

Facilities On campus and at the boarding house we offer a range of features and benefits.

Campus Facilities

Boarding Facilities 200 Mbps Broadband

Fridge

Film Screening Theatre

24/7 Live-in House Parents

Laundry Facilities

Photography & Art Studio

Communal Relaxing Areas

Dishwasher

Canteen

Bike Storage & Free Bikes

Disabled Access

Study Rooms & Silent Library

Electronic Key Fob Entry

CCTV

Gym/Dance Studio

Underfloor Heating

Music & Recording Suite

Luxury Shower Room

Common Rooms

We are one of the few independent colleges in London to provide our own accommodation to students.

The College Boarding House was purpose-built and designed to enable students to have a comfortable and stylish urban boarding experience, with a capacity of 114 standard and en-suite single rooms. Each floor has a modern spacious kitchenette and a lounge for students to sit back and relax. Boys and girls are housed on different floors and supervised by a dedicated House Parent team. All rooms are offered on a full-board basis and meals are served on our campus. Fresh bedlinen and towels are provided every week. Weekly room cleaning is also included.

We also offer alternative accommodation options at our David Game College Student Residences (18+) which are situated in attractive Central London locations (London Zone 1 or 2). Our student residences are conveniently located with easy access to the College and are supported by live in wardens employed by the College.

For more information please contact us at accommodation@davidgame-group.com.

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Boarding Principles Our boarding is an exciting, new and dynamic addition to our educational provision. We adopt a child-centred approach and always treat those in in our care with dignity and respect. We have high ambitions for all our boarders’ academic, emotional and social progress.

We aim to: 1.

Create a community that ensures the welfare and safety of its students in an environment where they can feel secure, happy and above all healthy;

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Provide an atmosphere and structured environment that fosters high academic standards and intellectual curiosity amongst students, a place where young people can positively grow and learn beyond the curriculum;

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Provide a wide range of extracurricular activities that are age-related, which will assist and develop students’ sense of understanding of the wider world and help them gain a sense of achievement;

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Provide modern, purpose-built accommodation that is not only secure and comfortable but also respects student independence and privacy and provides high-quality individual rooms;

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Encourage students to take a full part in College, in particular the social and cultural events, enabling students to usefully use their time in boarding to develop themselves as individuals;

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Provide an environment that respects everyone has zero tolerance for harassment, discrimination, bullying or intolerance of others, and recognising the need to follow all the College’s boarding rules and regulations and be a good member of the boarding community;

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Provide an environment that encourages the student voice, one that listens carefully to the needs of each student, and provide channels for students to be able to reach out and have any of their day-to-day concerns listened to and acted upon;

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Develop each boarder’s sense of self-belief, identity and confidence in their own abilities, and give them a chance to express themselves and explore their talents;

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Develop leadership, confidence and resilience skills amongst boarders and

10. Work with boarding staff in an atmosphere of mutual respect and foster teamwork to help establish useful routines, which will help students enjoy their time in boarding.

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How to Find David Game College Just a short walk from Tower Hill, Aldgate and Liverpool Street underground stations.

David Game College is in the heart of the City of London near historic buildings such as the Tower of London, the Bank of England, St Paul’s Cathedral as well as the modern and iconic buildings of the City like the Shard and the Gherkin.

David Game College is close to a number of popular shopping areas, such as Old Market and Borough Market, one of London’s most renowned food and drink markets.

David Game College is only a short bus or underground journey away from London’s many mainline train stations. It is also quick and easy to reach, via express train and underground, from the major London airports of Gatwick, Heathrow or Stansted.

Aldgate 2 minutes’ walk London Fenchurch Street Station (c2c) 2 minutes’ walk Tower Hill 3 minutes’ walk

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David Game College 31 Jewry Street London EC3N 2ET United Kingdom T: +44 (0)20 7221 6665 F: +44 (0)20 7243 1730 E: info@davidgamecollege.com

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