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Primary School Offer Day Guide

School offer day can go one of two ways; filled with joy and excitement because your child will begin their education at your first choice school, or stress and frustration because they were allocated a place you are unhappy with.    Your child starting school for the first time is a huge milestone for every…

What’s Different in a Prep School?

In England, most children will attend either a primary or preparatory school (prep school) for the first years of their formal education. There are currently just under 25,000 primary schools and over 500 prep schools in the country. So what are the key differences between the two types of schools? Many of us will be…

Promoting Challenge at Sherborne House

By Lucy Carswell, Head of Upper School You might be curious about how we ensure learning experiences at Sherborne House are not only enriching but also challenging. We strive to ensure every child is happy and fulfilling their potential, encouraging pupils to develop an appreciation and understanding of how to learn, as  well as widening…

Staff Spotlight ~ Lucy Carswell, Head of Upper School

Staff spotlights give you the opportunity to get to know our staff. Much to the surprise of our pupils, teachers really do exist beyond the school gates! Further, they tend to have many exciting hobbies and interests, which are often used to further inspire and promote their teaching opportunities in the classroom. Miss Carswell is…

Navigating Change: The Balance of Tradition and Innovation in Education

By Rosie Slowen In the ever-evolving landscape of education, there exists a delicate balance between tradition and innovation. As we navigate through this journey of learning, it’s essential to acknowledge the significance of both aspects in shaping the future of our pupils. Especially in today’s world, educators need to incorporate both to ensure that pupils…

OUR STORY ~ Coupling Skills With Knowledge

By Chloe Bellars, Head of Science & Year 5 Form Tutor At Sherborne House School, we believe in providing our students with an education that goes beyond exams. In today’s dynamic and interconnected world, it is essential to equip our young learners not only with knowledge, but also with a versatile set of skills that…

Service, Advocacy and Charity ~ Mrs Cripps

Last week we launched our most recent charity appeal on behalf of Romsey-based Baby Necessities. A non-profit organisation, the charity was launched in 2020, during the pandemic. The charity aims to alleviate the financial pressures of new parents facing hardship, by providing baby items no longer needed or by collecting donations of toiletries and basic supplies….

Education Buzzwords Explained

As you navigate your child’s education you will likely encounter complex language, specialist terms, and one too many acronyms! As parents, you want to be fully informed in order to best support your child, but this can be daunting when you are unfamiliar with the language used in letters home, in your child’s conferences, in…

Liam Spillane and Forest School

It is time to shine the light on our Forest School expert, Liam Spillane, fondly known as Mr S. Since Mr S joined us in August, he has used every opportunity and spare minute to bring our Forest School woodland area to life! Used every week, the area sees after school enrichment sessions for two…