e d u c at i o n
skills for Life the ability to think independently and to evaluate information critically are key learning skills that equip children for life beyond school. at St. Helen’s, girls are encouraged to take an active involvement in their learning and to question things both inside and outside the classroom.
active Learning Weeks are a regular feature of the curriculum, enabling girls to work individually, and as part of a team, to produce pieces of work that they can be really proud of by taking control of their learning and becoming part of the decisionmaking process.
Students are asked not just to complete tasks but to research, present, debate, guess and prove, with classroom learning punctuated by independent learning tasks that encourage students to explore new ideas, to think outside the box and to discover the joys of learning. By becoming actively involved, the girls develop the confidence to use their abilities, tackle difficult challenges, and to make mistakes which they can learn from. in the Sixth Form, girls can choose to study a Levels or the international Baccalaureate
(iB) diploma. the iB places emphasis on developing the skills needed for university and beyond, focusing on independent research, critical thinking and active involvement in the community. all students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning through effective planning of their study time and a critical approach to their studies. through this continued emphasis on independent, active learning, upon leaving school, each girl is confident, self-reliant and independent, ready to take their place in the adult world.
Open Morning Wednesday 22nd June 2011 10.30am - 12.30pm Our staff and pupils are delighted to welcome all prospective Senior School (11+) pupils and parents. (Last school tours leave at 11.30am) By appointment only - please contact the Admissions Secretary
• International Baccalaureate and A Levels offered • 93% of A Levels passed at grades A* to B • Impressive range of extra-curricular activities • Focus on the individual • Bursaries available • Scholarships offered: academic, art, music and sport at 11+ • 20 acre parkland site
St. Helen’s is adjacent to Northwood station (Metropolitan Line), 30 minutes from Baker Street, and coaches are available from many locations, including Barnet, Radlett and St. Albans.
An independent day school for girls aged 3 to 18
St. Helen’s School Eastbury Road Northwood Middlesex HA6 3AS Tel: 01923 843230 admissions@sthn.co.uk
www.sthn.co.uk