YEAR 7 JOINING IN
THESTEDMUND’SADVANTAGE
habits for future years, but also, through nurturing pastoral care, rich cocurricular involvement and personal development programmes, build confidence and personal values that can last a lifetime
At St Edmund’s, Years 7 and 8 form the upper section of our Junior School Our approach is a holistic one Pupils study a full secondary curriculum with most of their academic lessons provided by subject specialist secondary school teachers in the wonderful shared classrooms and exciting facilities of our whole school site However, their pastoral care is conducted within the caring, supportive ethos of the Junior School, allowing them to develop their self-esteem and sense of identity in a calm, gentle environment As leaders of the pupil community, our Year 7 and 8 pupils also develop inter-personal and leadership skills as Prefects and House Captains This means that the educational experience for our pupils is engaging, nurturing and fun as they begin to focus on entry to the Senior School in Year 9
Edward O’Connor Head of St Edmund’s School, Canterbury
WHYSTEDMUND’SJUNIORSCHOOL?
Mr Comfort - rac@stedmundsorguk
Mrs Ward - Pastoral, Wellbeing or Safeguarding - alw@stedmundsorguk
Miss Brown - Teaching and learning - jlb@stedmunds.org.uk
Mrs Swatman - Trips, clubs and events - ajs@stedmundsorguk
Mrs King - Absence and day-to-day enquiries - yk@stedmundsorguk
Miss Morley - Boarding - mlm@stedmunds.org.uk
ST EDMUND’S IN NUMBERS
PUPILS
PUPIL TO TEACHER/LSA RATIO
AWARDS
RESULTS 2025
YEARS OF HISTORY
DAY VS BOARDING
NATIONALITIES
SCHOLARSHIPS
UNIVERSITY DESTINATIONS
FAMOUS ALUMNI
ATTHESTART
For our Year 7 pupils both those continuing their journey with us and those joining St Edmund’s for the first time the transition begins well before the first day of term
We are delighted to welcome them to our annual Year 7 BBQ and Meet & Greet, a special event designed to ensure a smooth and enjoyable start to their time in the Senior School This relaxed and friendly gathering provides pupils with the opportunity to meet their future classmates, connect with key members of staff, and explore their new learning environment in an informal and welcoming setting Parents are also warmly invited to attend, allowing them to engage with the school community and fellow families, fostering a sense of belonging from the outset Beyond simply an introduction, this event helps pupils feel more comfortable and confident as they embark on this exciting new chapter
By the time the first day of term arrives, they will have already started forming friendships, getting to know their teachers, and feeling at home at St Edmund’s
THESCHOOLDAY
Timetable
School starts at 8 30am Please use the Giles Lane car park Pupils can arrive no earlier than 8 00am when supervised duty begins but must be at school by 8 30am for registration All children are supervised from 8 00am
PASTORALCARE
“The school staff are always so lovely to both of our children and always go over and above what is expected of them, and it is without a doubt, the reason why they absolutely love their school.”
St Edmund’s parent
THEHOUSESYSTEM
SCHOOLVALUES
ACADEMIC LIFE
Our mission in the Junior School is to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs, creative thinkers and world leaders; to foster in all a love of learning that runs deep
Our curriculum is broad and flexible and allows every child to express themselves and face new and enlivening experiences: the nuance and beauty of modern art, the rousing crescendos of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, the chance to play team sports on a twice-weekly basis or the journey of self-discovery through their favourite books Pupils learn to solve problems, develop new perspectives and, through creativity, to influence how others think, feel or live their lives
SUBJECTS
From Year 7 our pupils are offered a wide range of subjects
Art
Ceramics
Computer Science
Design & Technology
Diploma (An independent research project)
Drama
English
Food Preparation And Nutrition
Geography
History
Mathematics
Modern Foreign Languages And Latin
Music
Outdoor Education
Physical Education & Games
Product
Design
PSHEE
Religious Studies
Science
CO-CURRICULAR JOURNEY
Led by the Assistant Head Co-Curricular, the co-curricular programme at St Edmund’s offers a rich and diverse range of opportunities that complement and enhance academic life whilst promoting a pupil’s personal development We believe that children should not only receive a high-quality education within the classroom but should also have the chance to develop the interpersonal and life skills needed to thrive in an ever-changing world
Example of the Junior School Clubs calendar for the Lent term
SPORTS
Sport at St Edmund’s is for everyone We want pupils to know how to make the most of their individual talents, building on their strengths and natural abilities We encourage them to form positive habits and to experience social and competitive engagement, which will lead them to continue with sport and physical activity in their future lives. For pupils who excel in Sport, our boys and girls teams are highly competitive seeing regular success in both league and cup competitions
FOOTBALL
YEAR 7 DATES FOR ENTRY IN 2026
WEEK BEGINNING 26 JANUARY, 2026
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships are awarded on merit to the highest achievers in competitive examinations and assessments. Candidates who win awards have outstanding ability and the school undertakes to nurture, recognise and celebrate that talent Our school is an ambitious, purposeful environment where pupils embrace the opportunities offered to them and specialise in areas where they have particular strengths and aptitudes
Whilst there is certainly kudos in being recognised as a scholar, there is also considerable commitment if awarded We expect our scholars to contribute to the community by setting high standards and being identifiable as role models for those qualities we believe are integral to success: organisation, commitment, resilience and persistence are just as important as ability
SCHOLARSHIPS KEY DATES
REMAINING CONNECTED
Termly Academic Reports
Moving up day in the Summer Term
Year 7 parent teachers evening are held twice a year
Fortnightly newsletter
Mr Ross Comfort has an open door policy and is happy to hear from you
Year 7 induction day in September Wine Tastings
Your child’s form tutor is always a phone call away.
Social Media - we have a dedicated Instagram account @stedsjuniorschool which features news and updates through out the week
Quiz Nights
UNIFORM
St Edmund’s School operates an online uniform service with www schoolblazer com This service provides all items of uniform together with name tag application
MEDICAL CENTRE
The St Edmund’s Medical Centre provides care with skilled nurses and a school doctor holding bi-weekly surgeries, ensuring prompt treatment for all pupils
CATERING
To help pupils thrive, they need nutritious meals and a positive attitude toward food Our caterers, Holroyd Howe, provide fresh, locally sourced, and sustainable meals, including breakfast, lunch, supper, and snacks We accommodate special diets and work with the Medical Centre to support pupils with specific needs
MINI BUSES
St Edmund’s runs an in-house transport service with MIDAS-accredited, first-aidtrained drivers Spaces are limited, so early booking is advised Visit our website for routes or email transport@stedmunds org uk to reserve a place
