Marlborough House named Small Independent School of the Year in 2024 Shortlist
Marlborough House are feeling like winners as they have been shortlisted for the ‘Small Independent School of the Year’ category of the Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2024. They consider their size as a strength, with benefits from small class sizes supporting every child to reach their potential, to the unique family-feel of the school. They are small but mighty! Congratulations to the inspiring and dedicated MHS team and their talented pupils on a fantastic whole school achievement in this, their 150th year.
Learn more about this school at marlboroughhouseschool.co.uk
First steps with Notre Dame
Notre Dame Nursery is a year-round Early Years setting for girls and boys aged 2-5 years old. In addition to private tours year-round, their next Open Event is on Saturday 12 October 9am-12pm. This spacious and vibrant Nursery begins the Notre Dame journey, providing an exceptional education experience from Nursery to Sixth Form. Nursery children enjoy a rich
and creative curriculum which warmly promotes academic, social and emotional development. Specialist staff prepare and nurture children to transition from the Early Years with confidence and ease.
To register your interest call 01932 869993 or visit notredame.co.uk/admissions
Sleepout teaches lessons about homelessness
Tonbridge’s First Years spent a night in the Quad during the summer term as they took part in the annual Sleepout. The boys were raising funds for Porchlight, a Kent-based charity which helps people facing the devastating effects of homelessness, and to date the event has raised more than £23,500. The Quad was transformed into a cardboard city, with groups building shelters and gaining
insights into the reality of life on the streets as they tried to settle down on a wet night. Boys also heard talks on the subject, and were asked to write about their experiences. “Lasting just one night was much harder than I expected, and I feel a new level of awareness,” wrote one student.
ACS Egham celebrates 10 years of inspiring international humanitarian project
This year, ACS International School Egham celebrates the 10th anniversary of its award-winning Project Nepal. More than 200 students and staff from the school have travelled to Nepal to work on construction projects. The project has raised funds to support local communities by supplying much needed educational resources as well as supporting the construction of school buildings and facilities. Carmel Kelly, Director of Project Nepal, says: “The initiative has developed our students’ commitment to service, social justice, and community involvement.”
Learn more at acs-schools.com/egham
Relocation Relocation
TASIS England has been honoured with the prestigious Excellence in Education – Schools or Education Consultancy award.
This recognises the outstanding quality of education provided to mobile families, reflecting the school’s commitment to successful, timely, and stress-free relocations. The judges highlighted the comprehensive and inclusive approach to relocation and mobility, stating
that “TASIS England is to be congratulated for their coordinated range of onboarding support offerings for the entire school community and their agility in responding to international policy change, ensuring that support for relocation remains focused on the personal (human) experience for each family.”
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Sir William Perkins’s School Student Earns Young Creative of the Year Award
Congratulations to SWPS Art student, Serenna who has won the coveted Young Creative of the Year Award. Last summer Serenna worked diligently on completing a commission she had been given by SWPS school’s governing body, to paint a portrait in oils of the retiring Headteacher, Mr Muller. The finished portrait shows incredible ability, sensitivity, and maturity as an artist. Serenna’s GCSE exam board, Edexcel, have borrowed all her Art GCSE coursework to show art teachers across the country as an example of exceptional excellence in GCSE. If you’d like to find out more about Sir William Perkins’s School and their many achievements, visit swps.org.uk
ACS Cobham’s early years team wins national award for inspiring learners
ACS International School Cobham’s EYFS team has been awarded the Pearson Bronze award for Early Years Team of the Year 2024, in recognition of their high levels of enthusiasm, expertise and commitment to education. The team has implemented the school’s own Early Childhood curriculum, allowing staff to be more inquiry-focused, play-based and
hands-on in their teaching, while maintaining the rigour of learning. Head of School, Barnaby Sandow BEM, says: “It makes me proud that we’re able to offer our teachers the freedom and flexibility to give our children the best education possible.”
Find more at acs-schools.com/cobham
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