Open Day programme Saturday 7 October 2023

Open Day

Saturday 7 October

ambition A voice for

She’ll find it at St George’s

Welcome from our Head

We are delighted to welcome you to St George’s. Our school is a place of possibilities: where everyone is clearly heard; pupils feel empowered to be themselves; and innovation is constantly encouraged. This ethos is rooted in our history as pioneers of women’s education in Victorian Scotland and means that amplifying the voice of every girl remains part of our DNA today as a loyal school community with a unique spirit of pride.

I hope you enjoy your morning with us today as you learn about our exceptional school community, and I look forward to having the opportunity to meet you.

Carol Chandler-Thompson Head

SPEND THE MORNING alongside our students and staff. You’ll have the freedom to fully explore St George’s and immerse yourself in our culture and friendly community.

VISIT as many departments as you wish. Have a go at a range of activities and get inspired by our classroom workshops and demonstrations.

IMAGINE your daughter as a St George’s student where she will experience an environment totally designed for and dedicated to GIRLS. We are experts at teaching girls!

St George’s School, Garscube Terrace, Edinburgh, EH12 6BG Tel: 0131 311 8008 Email: admissions@stge.org.uk

Tips for the day

ARRIVAL Please report to the registration desks in the Upper School to check in and meet your tour guides. You will need to register before attending the Head’s Address. Registration is open from 9.10am.

VISIT as many classes as you wish and ask as many questions as you like. Our teachers know

that you have a lot to see and expect you to step in and out of their classrooms, and to ask them questions.

HEAD’S ADDRESS This takes place at 9.30am and 10.30am in our Music Auditorium.

THE GIRLS are our tour guides and ambassadors. As well as guiding you around the school

they will tell you about life at St George’s. Ask them whatever you like; you will learn a lot from them and get a true picture of life at St George’s!

REFRESHMENTS Head over to the St George’s Centre and the Languages Café in Junior School for light refreshments.

THE ST GEORGE’S CENTRE Join us here to meet staff and you can get up to speed with: • EXAM RESULTS AND LEAVERS’ DESTINATIONS • PASTORAL SUPPORT • ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT • CO-CURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES • ADMISSIONS AND SCHOOL TRANSPORT ROUTES • INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND OUR BRITISH COUNCIL INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AWARD • TEDXYOUTH @STGEORGE’S EDINBURGH

St George’s School, Garscube Terrace, Edinburgh, EH12 6BG Tel: 0131 311 8008 Email: admissions@stge.org.uk

What’s on offer?

Nursery

Venture into the great outdoors with the Earth Calling team. Get ready for exciting challenges and activities that will connect you with the wonderful wild of St George’s. Don’t be afraid to get a little messy!

Junior School

Come and see our classrooms and outdoor learning spaces. We have Modern Languages, Science and Coding in action as well as some of our co-curricular club offerings in potions, movie making and Lego.

There are musical performances from our students as well.

Lower School

Explore the Lower School journey from P6 – S1 with our Lower School staff and their interactive board game. Lower School staff are available to answer all your questions about Lower School.

Upper School

Visit our departments showcasing the Upper School and Lower School experience at St George’s.

Boarding – Houldsworth House

Meet our resident Housemistress and her team. Our boarders will give you tours of Houldsworth House, where full, flexi and ad hoc boarding are available.

Lower and Upper School Departments in Action Workshops and Demonstrations Art and Textiles

Try your hand at printmaking methods, sculpting with clay, exploring textiles, and creating art through felt-making.

Biology

Delve into DNA: Make your own DNA accessory and discover the educational journey of DNA at St George’s.

Business

Come and chat about opportunities to learn about Business and Economics.

Careers

Bespoke careers guidance – meet our Head of Careers.

Chemistry

Uncover the science behind fireworks’ colours and learn the art of sending secret messages using invisible ink.

Classics

Join us for language games and classically themed craft activities.

Design and Technology

Come and see our new (and almost complete) Design and Technology facilities and see the range of skills on offer from traditional workshop skills to Computer Aided Design, laser cutting and 3D printing.

Drama

A rehearsal for ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’.

St George’s School, Garscube Terrace, Edinburgh, EH12 6BG Tel: 0131 311 8008 Email: admissions@stge.org.uk

English

Engage in entertaining creative activities and indulge your inner writer!

ESOL

Join our students as they find out all about the ‘Fosbury Flop’ and see collaborative learning in action.

Financial Assistance

Financial assistance advice with our Business Director.

Food Technology

Sushi making and tasting: Get a taste of sushi making and enjoy sampling your delicious creations.

Geography

Strap on our VR goggles for a virtual adventure around the world, courtesy of our geography enthusiasts.

Higher and Extended Project Qualifications

Hear from the girls about their topics: •

How did female pilots affect the outcomes in World War I and World War II?

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A comparison of different coding languages and how they are better suited for the modern world.

History and Modern Studies

Put on your detective hat and solve a captivating historical mystery.

Witness our award-winning Model United Nations team in action as they debate a Resolution.

ICT Computing

Explore the world of coding with Micro:bit computers.

Library

Browse through everything the Library has to offer. Check out our books and activities and learn about library lessons.

Lower School Science

Microscopes in action to study human organs!

Mathematics

Have a go! Maths circle puzzle, Smartboard puzzles, riddles, cubic metre, big Sudoku, Smarties and more…

Modern Foreign Languages

Join us in our Chinese classroom and try your hand at Chinese calligraphy.

Music

Musical Extravaganza: Enjoy the melodious tunes of our talented musicians, including singers, wind ensembles, string ensembles, choirs, guitar groups, flute groups, chamber groups, and more, performing across the campus.

Outdoor Education

Join us on our Outdoor Education adventure at school, spanning from residential activity camps during Junior and Lower School to taking on leadership roles in activities like CCF and DofE in Sixth Form.

Physics

Dive into the world of physics as you investigate ray optics. Plus, build your very own periscope to take home!

We are also serving up some edible treats in our Languages Café with activities led by our language assistants, and live musical entertainment. Come along and join in the fun!

St George’s School, Garscube Terrace, Edinburgh, EH12 6BG Tel: 0131 311 8008 Email: admissions@stge.org.uk

Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies

Explore the big questions of morality and ethics through the medium of origami.

Sixth Form

Meet our Sixth Form team.

Sport

Saturday Hockey matches – 160+ girls in action on the astro. Matches this morning against Glenalmond, Cargilfield and Balerno HS. Meet our PE staff in the Sports Pavilion while savouring a delicious bacon roll.

Support for Learning

Ask our students about their SfL journey through St George’s.

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