achievement boards proudly displayed along the length of the dining room. “That’s my dad’s name there!” she laughs. “Seeing my name there as well has been one of my proudest moments at Glebe, but there have been so many to choose from. It’s really nice being able to help the younger children and make them feel part of the school too.” That sense of inclusiveness is apparent in every area of the school’s activities, not least in the field of performing arts. Every pupil at Glebe House School is involved, whether it’s in music, drama, or public speaking – all of which enable them to explore and develop their individual talents and improve their ability to express themselves confidently. Every class has lessons taught by a specialist (and inspiring) team of music teachers as part of the curriculum, and almost two-thirds of the school’s pupils receive specialist individual tuition in music or singing. Glebe has a very active School Orchestra and the School Choir flourishes under the guidance of the Director of Music of the Sandringham Estate. Even in the school’s end-of-year Annual Review production, the shyest of pupils are encouraged to find their voice. Sport is an integral part of life at Glebe House, and the school’s grounds include a 12-acre estate, a covered swimming pool, an astroturf pitch, playing fields and a gymnasium. The communication, teamwork and selfesteem developed on the playing field are held just as important as results, and every child (regardless of ability) has numerous opportunities to play for their house and school in competitive fixtures. It’s an approach that works, and many of the school’s ex-pupils have gone on to represent their county, their
region, and even their country. It’s in the quality of pastoral care that Glebe House truly excels, however, and it’s evident throughout the school day – from when day pupils mix with boarders for Breakfast Club all the way through to the after-school (and holiday time) clubs that offer a variety of exciting activities that double as valuable learning experiences. Without a doubt, the real success of Glebe House School can be judged by the boundless passion and enthusiasm of the pupils themselves. Only last year, the Independent Schools Inspectorate reported that “...the pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is excellent. Pupils are well mannered, considerate and delightful with each other... they are genuinely caring members of their own community and understand their social responsibility to help others who are less fortunate.” Glebe House School offers each and every pupil a thorough preparation for a successful senior school career, and a solid foundation for later life. “In a world where children seem to be encouraged to become older earlier, it’s so important to set them on the right road and give them those essential
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childhood experiences,” says John Crofts. “There’s no rush to be an adult. We’re here to prepare them for that stage in their lives, to enable them to face it with confidence and to make the most of their potential – and what the world has to offer them.” Sicut aquilae indeed.
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Glebe House School Cromer Road, Hunstanton PE36 6HW Tel: 01485 532809 | Web: www.glebehouseschool.co.uk E-mail: ghsoffice@glebehouseschool.co.uk
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