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WELCOME ON BOARD
It is my pleasure to welcome you to The London Nautical School. Situated in the very heart of central London, the school was established over 100 years ago as an educational establishment to help all pupils achieve their full potential, this remains our core purpose. Our aim is for pupils to experience an education that develops all aspects of their personality and encourages them to become well-qualified, secure, happy, young adults able to manage themselves personally, socially, and academically and who are tolerant of difference. At LNS we believe in excellence for all and have the highest expectations for every one of our pupils. We want all our young people to enjoy a memorable and successful education in an inclusive environment, where each individual’s unique talents are recognised and valued. LNS has a reputation for being a happy, friendly, stimulating and caring environment. Our success as a school is built upon a strong foundation of high standards, coupled with a relentless focus on improving the quality of teaching, learning and engagement, to ensure that all pupils are given every chance of developing the knowledge, skills and attributes to prepare them for their future through our exciting curriculum. Our school is recognised for the enrichment opportunities we provide to unlock potential, to inspire, challenge and nurture creativity and ambition and we expect all our pupils to be involved in the wider life of the school. I am incredibly proud to be the Headteacher at LNS, and I am privileged to lead such dedicated staff and fantastic pupils. We provide an education that develops well rounded young people who are prepared for the opportunities and challenges of their future lives. I look forward to meeting you. Mr Michael Schofield, BA (Hons), NPQH
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OUR SCHOOL HISTORY
We are very proud of our heritage having formed as a direct result of the sinking of the RMS Titanic in 1912. Several nautical training schools were introduced to improve seamanship; The London Nautical School is the only one of those training schools that remains with a nautical and maritime ethos. As an institution the school has been in existence since 1915 then as the Rotherhithe Nautical School as it was known; based in three rooms at Rotherhithe New Road (Higher Grade) Boys School. By 1937 the nautical training section of Rotherhithe New Road School had outgrown its premises and the “Rotherhithe Nautical School” became a separate institution which moved to Galleywall Road School in Rotherhithe. The school was evacuated during the Second World War and returned briefly to Rotherhithe before moving to our next home on Broadwall in Southwark. Finally in 1965 the London Nautical School arrived at our current location on Stamford Street, still maintaining its focus on supplying recruits for the Navy and Merchant Navy well into the 1970’s.
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STUDY AT LNS
CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT At the London Nautical School we provide an exciting and challenging learning experience through lessons and crosscurricular activities. Our curriculum is designed to support each individual on their learning journey and is devised to take into account the rich history and diversity of the school. We develop all our pupils to be successful, responsible, aspiring and literate learners, capable of achieving their potential and succeeding in their educational goals. Learning takes place both in and outside of the classroom, we run various trips to museums, the theatre, sporting events and outdoor residentials. We are privileged as we get to know our pupils as individuals and understand how each learns best; building lasting relationships and fostering confidence in our young people. Our assessment strategy is designed to support pupils’ achievement and is tailored to the individual through in class feedback and formal assessment points. We believe passionately in developing authenticity and independence and we nurture our pupils, offering advice and guidance throughout their time at our school, focusing on key transition stages from Year 6 through to life after Sixth Form.
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SAILING SKILLS The school is founded on the basis of duty, resilience, confidence and independence. For a century we have upheld and revered the tradition of seamanship and acknowledge its contribution to educating young men of strong fibre. This is a living legacy from our past. Accordingly, bound in the ethos and expectations of our school’s unique nautical curriculum, are activities which develop these core characteristics in our pupils. Have you ever wondered who operates the Thames Barrier? Who steers a Thames clipper? Who opens Tower Bridge to let ships pass through? Via which path a young man becomes the First Sea Lord? In order to answer this, for one hundred years, one has had to look to former pupils of The London Nautical School. The curriculum is a practical and theoretical induction into seafaring. From twelve years of age, our pupils find themselves at the helm of a boat upon the open water. They are all challenged to master sailing and kayaking using our fleet of boats in London’s docklands. They steer their course through the intricacies of the estuary just as they navigate the theorem of Pythagoras or Spanish grammar. From Year 10 pupils can opt to further their Nautical Studies at The London Nautical School through a direct vocational pathway into an enormously diverse career. The maritime world remains an important part of British society as well as underpinning a globalised planet and its functioning. In steering the ship of their fates our pupils are also learning how to lead in a changing world.
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PURSUING EXCELLENCE
IN SPORTING ENDEAVOUR
As well as entrance into our Football Academy at Sixth Form we have an extensive Physical Education offer and access to an indoor sports hall, fitness suite, and a wide range of external facilities. We provide a comprehensive PE curriculum in all key stages that leads to accreditation for all, in GCSE, A-Level and BTEC qualifications. The Physical Education Department has a very extensive extra-curricular programme of clubs, activities and representative teams. We compete in local, national and international competitions every year and the School has a well-deserved reputation for the range and quality of its representative teams. This is reflected in our successes as London Swimming Champions, South London and Inner London Football Champions, with us competing in the last 32 nationally. The number of teams abound with Basketball, Football, Rugby, Swimming, Handball, Cricket, Athletics and Cross-Country providing opportunities to develop skills and excel in their chosen area.
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A WORLD
OF OPPORTUNITIES Through our extensive enrichment programme we offer a comprehensive range of clubs and activities which complement and extend the curriculum. We expect all of our pupils to challenge themselves and engage in experiences beyond the classroom. As well as offering clubs in school we also participate in Model UN and the Jack Petchy Speak Out challenge every year. Our location on the South Bank provides us with an abundance of world class performing arts organisations and city institutions on our doorstep. We engage with them in a range of projects to give every pupil real opportunities and contexts in which to learn, unlock their potential and flourish. We work with King’s College London, The BFI, South Bank Centre, PWC, the Young Vic and many more, our partners help us to develop our pupils cultural capital and provide lifelong learning experiences that enrich our pupil time at school. We encourage all our students to embrace our extended offer within school and benefit fully from their time at LNS.
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PASTORAL CARE AT LONDON NAUTICAL
The London Nautical School is an inclusive school and we believe in everyone’s ability to succeed regardless of circumstance. For those requiring additional support, to aid this achievement, including pupils with special educational needs and those for whom English is an additional language, we have extensive support mechanisms. Since September 2015 we have also had a dedicated Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Unit. Boys from the ASD unit flourish in the school under our inclusive philosophy and regularly achieve well.
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OUR LNS SIXTH FORM
The London Nautical School Sixth Form offers you not only an education that is tailored to your individual needs and interests, but also a holistic experience where you can develop and broaden your mind through our extra-curricular activities as you continue your educational journey. By choosing to study with us you will have access to a wide range of institutions who we partner with and they work with us to offer more than just an educational experience. These include our unique Sailing and Watersports qualification, Volenti Football Academy and many other opportunities. Our Sixth Form provides a stepping stone between school and university and prepares you for further study or employment. Our curriculum is varied and we offer a broad range of level 3 courses including GCEA level study and a variety of vocational qualifications. Activities that you could be part of, range from, mentoring lower school pupils; Sport Leadership; or undertaking the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
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ADMISSIONS New Year 7 Applications For Pupils Starting in September 2021 For all new Year 7 pupils to London nautical School, thank you for choosing our school and please complete your application here: www.lns.org.uk/home/admissions/year-7-applications/
Mid Year Applications For All Year Groups For pupils transferring to London Nautical School, thank you for choosing our school and please find your application form and further details here: www.lns.org.uk/home/admissions/mid-term-applications/ School tours can be arranged for ALL year groups by emailing: admissions@lns.org.uk If you have any other questions about your application to London Nautical School please call us on 0207 928 6801.
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THE LONDON NAUTICAL SCHOOL leading
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THE LONDON NAUTICAL SCHOOL leading
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61 Stamford Street, London, SE1 9NA
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