TASIS England | Upper School Brochure

UPPER SCHOOL TA S IS E NG L AN D

A SPECIAL PLACE OF LIFE AND LEARNING | FOR STUDENTS AGED 14-18

Is your child ready for a unique educational experience within an award-winning, internationally minded community?

TASIS England’s Upper School offers a personalized experience that goes beyond rigorous academics, emboldening students to become compassionate, principled global citizens and life-long learners.

Life at TASIS England centers around our vibrant international community. Our students, families, staff, and faculty represent over 70 nationalities! We’re proud to foster a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment that celebrates learning and prioritizes well-being. Our supportive community makes learning at TASIS England a joyful experience, emboldening students to be themselves, forge life-long friendships, and truly flourish.

We are passionate about the power of individualized learning. It is woven into every facet of the student experience, igniting a life-long love of learning. Our dedicated faculty partners with each student to craft a tailor-made learning journey that harnesses strengths, sparks curiosity, and cultivates passions. Through

individualized support and innovative teaching, we ensure your child reaches their full potential, both academically and personally.

We encourage our Upper School students to find their voice so they can advocate for others as well as themselves. Through our service leadership programs and community engagement, students develop compassion, authentic leadership skills, and a profound sense of social responsibility.

Our graduates leave us as well-rounded global citizens, principled young people who are determined to make a meaningful impact on the world.

ACADEMICS

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With the choice of over 120 courses, your child will flourish as the owner of a bespoke learning experience.

We see students for the unique and talented individuals they are, each with their own goals, interests, and abilities. That is why each student benefits from an individualized learning journey that fulfills their needs and unlocks their potential. No two journeys are the same.

As they continue their four-year journey, Upper School students follow bespoke pathways within academic programs that are tailored to their strengths and interests, including the Honors program, AP program, and International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma programme.

With the right balance of challenge and support, all Upper School students receive a personalized course schedule based on their passions, skills, and goals for the future.

Courses follow the American curriculum. The core subjects (English, history, mathematics, science, and foreign languages) are complemented by the arts, humanities, and physical education. In-depth honors courses are also available across a wide variety of subjects and build a solid academic base to prepare students for university. Students who meet the academic eligibility expectations can take Advanced Placement (AP) courses as early as Grade 9.

Both the AP and IB tracks prepare students for universities and colleges in the US, UK, and worldwide. Whichever path they choose, our students consistently achieve strong results in both examination tracks.

We are proud to celebrate the talents of each of our students, and we champion their individual goals, interests, and abilities. Our students thrive in a rich academic environment that provides choice, challenge, and dedicated teacher support.

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COLLEGE COUNSELING

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A unique program that individually supports students to choose the best path for their further education and career goals.

Our students are the leaders and changemakers of the future. We’re committed to unlocking a world of limitless opportunities where they can fulfill that potential.

Our personalized, four-year College Counseling program underscores our dedication to preparing students for success in a global context. It emboldens them to confidently make one of life’s most pivotal decisions: selecting their bestfit post-secondary option.

“Best” means more than rankings. It is a profoundly personal journey of self-discovery. The College Counseling program equips students with the knowledge and tools to navigate this journey, aligning their aspirations, passions, and skills with their ideal university.

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Our experienced College Counselors are experts in guiding students toward their next chapter. They partner with each student and family to craft personalized pathways, building an extensive university list that reflects student’s interests, passions and goals for the future.

Our students consistently achieve exceptional scores, surpassing international averages and securing coveted spots at their dream universities. From the US and UK to Canada, Spain, and Japan, the diversity of our graduates’ destinations is a testament to our program’s success and our students’ open-minded, global perspective.

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OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM

Unleashing potential beyond the classroom.

Our rich co-curricular program perfectly complements our rigorous academic journey. This extensive, eclectic selection of sports and activities inspires students to challenge themselves, sample new pursuits, and hone talents – while having lots of fun along the way.

Participation is the key theme of our co-curricular program. We operate a “no drop” policy, a pledge that provides every student – regardless of experience or ability – with the opportunity to sign up for their chosen sport in the knowledge that they will be fully supported throughout their time in the program.. We want all students to feel the fantastic physical, mental, and social benefits our co-curricular activities deliver.

As with everything in the TASIS England experience, students personalize their cocurricular activities to craft their own unique pathways.

Sports and Activities Whether participating in individual, recreational, or competitive team sports, the focus is on a fun, inclusive, and rewarding experience. Students boost their confidence and mental and physical health, showcase talents, and foster meaningful connections with peers.

From basketball, golf, and tennis to sign language, kickboxing, and chess, there is a sport or activity for everyone.

Students can sample new sports and activities each trimester, providing ample opportunity to discover that special something to ignite passion and allow them to shine.

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The Arts

Student-led Clubs

Our stunning state-of-the-art facilities provide inspirational spaces for self-expression and artistry. We encourage students to ignite their imaginations, explore their creativity, and showcase their talents in studio and visual arts, music, theater, and film.

Our many student-led clubs allow students to demonstrate their resourcefulness, creativity, and initiative while supporting causes or pursuing interests. All clubs provide leadership, teamwork, and personal growth opportunities. Interestbased clubs include Book Club, Math Competition, and Dungeons & Dragons, while service-based clubs include Allies for Animals, Peru Club, and Romanian Children’s Relief.

Thanks to our proximity to London, one of the world’s most exhilarating creative hubs, regular visits to theaters, galleries, and museums galvanize students’ learning.

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WELL-BEING AND STUDENT SUCCESS

At TASIS England, we believe that a thriving student is a successful student.

Success is about more than academic achievement. It is a happy, resilient, well-rounded individual equipped to tackle life’s twists and turns.

Every aspect of life at TASIS England – our warm and inclusive community, breathtaking campus, experienced faculty, and individualized learning journeys – nurtures your child’s potential.

Our dedicated team of House Parents, counselors, mentors, advisors, and support staff stand ready to provide unwavering guidance, emotional support, and practical assistance every step of the way.

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Counseling service

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One-to-one personal mentor

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Health and Well-being Center

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Student Voice online safeguarding tool

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English Language Support

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Learning Support

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Educational resources

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TRAVEL

Travel is integral to each student’s learning journey.

In the words of our founder, Mrs. Mary Crist Fleming, “the world is our classroom.”

Our travel program emboldens students to become internationally minded, global citizens, ready to go out into the world and confidently grasp its opportunities.

Adventures await our students as they dive headfirst into a treasure trove of exciting travel opportunities.

Travel is education through exploration – there is nothing like immersion in another culture to breathe life into learning. As students navigate realworld scenarios, they bolster their language skills, confidence, and independence while acquiring vital life skills.

It is also a catalyst for new friendships as diverse groups connect, discover interests in common, and share memories that will last a lifetime.

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Students select the travel experiences that interest them for their personalized pathway. Here are some of the opportunities open to them in the UK and abroad: n

October Travel Week’s trip to European cities

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February ski trip

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Spring service trip to Romania

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Educational overnight field trips

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Sports tournaments held within the UK and in destinations across Europe Co-curricular activities – e.g. Duke of Edinburgh’s Award program, Model United Nations (MUN), TASIS Leadership Academy 9

BOARDING

An award-winning experience that students cherish forever.

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TASIS England is immensely proud to have been honored as the Independent Schools Association (ISA) Boarding School of the Year 2023. This remarkable achievement validates what we and our students have always known: our boarding experience is unparalleled.

In our exceptional boarding experience, students’ wellbeing takes center stage. Thrive, our unique well-being and mentoring program, equips students with practical strategies, positive habits, and life skills that will serve them long after graduation. Under the guidance of dedicated mentors, students take ownership of their well-being through tasks and activities tailored to their needs.

Our boarding community is warm, close-knit, and caring. We want everyone to be themselves and feel at home. With the individual support and encouragement of House Parents, your child will grow in independence, responsibility, and resilience.

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Ours is a vibrant international community that represents over 70 nationalities. Boarders develop a deep appreciation for the beauty of diversity and the cultures of others. As students live, work, and play together, they make memories and forge life-long friendships. For our young global citizens, these connections are golden.

Boarding at TASIS England is an adventure like no other. Our action-filled Quest program beckons boarders to embrace life’s thrills, expand their horizons, and create memories they’ll cherish forever. Here is a taste of what’s on offer: n

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Social on-campus events Weekend excursions to theaters, museums, theme parks, sports events, and historical sites Physical activities such as mountain biking, go-karting, ice-skating, and paintball

LEADERSHIP

Students develop compassion and authentic leadership skills in service to those around them.

Our students are brimming with the potential to do good in the world, which is why community service is central to each student’s education. They support causes they feel passionate about through involvement in our service leadership programs.

Through volunteering, students witness the transformative power of community. Their profound experiences inspire empathy, integrity, and a desire to help others, qualities that stay with them beyond their time at TASIS England.

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Student Council

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TASIS Leadership Academy (TLA)

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Boarding and Day Prefects

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Service Ambassadors

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Admissions Ambassadors

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Sports Ambassadors

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Student-led service-based clubs

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Service trips abroad

The TASIS Leadership Academy (TLA) is a unique program that utilizes the Stanford Human-centered Design Process, a problem-solving approach that places the human experience at its core. Selected students in Grades 10 and 11 explore the fundamentals of leadership and apply their learning during an international trip that connects them with a local community.

The TLA experience culminates with students presenting their year-long capstone project.

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Students’ heartfelt engagement in meaningful projects develops invaluable leadership skills. They become principled, compassionate, and open-minded individuals, ready to flourish as members of a global society.

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THE TASIS SCHOOLS AND SUMMER PROGRAMS ARE OWNED BY THE TASIS FOUNDATION, A SWISS NOT-FOR-PROFIT EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION REGISTERED IN DELÉMONT, SWITZERLAND.