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Thursday, September 13, 2018

Newbury Weekly News

Reading Blue Coat School

READING Blue Coat School is a friendly and busy school of some 760 pupils. Although it values its strong traditions of scholarship and learning, it is forward-looking and wholly committed to prepar- ing its pupils for life. The school makes the most of its fantastic setting on the banks of the Thames, in the village of Sonning, and seeks to create an environment that fosters the growth of self-confidence, instils the joy of learning and prepares its pupils for full participation in a diverse and changing world. There is a buzz and excitement about academic life at Blue Coat, where the friendly and support- ive environment enables pupils to flourish and thrive. Academic achievement is valued highly and the school has enjoyed strong results in recent years. Learn more about the school’s results and university destinations at www.rbcs.org.uk. The curriculum is designed to provide the best possible prepa- ration for life after school. Careers education runs through- out the school to help students make the right choices as they consider their options for university and beyond. In the sixth form particularly, students are given weekly careers guidance, guest speakers feature at a special Higher Education evening and other events include a Careers Fair, a UCAS Convention and group university visits. Pupils are also encouraged to participate in a wide range of co-curricular activities, and the school offers generous provision in sport, music, drama, public

ookwood School

programme and was recently awarded the prestigious School Games Gold Mark in recognition of its sporting endeavours. Rookwood’s motto is ‘Sapere Aude’, which translates as ‘dare to know’ or ‘have courage to understand’ and is clearly seen in everything the pupils do. Pupils are challenged to have courage¸ to learn new things, develop new skills and deepen their understanding. They are encouraged to know and understand themselves and those around them. To recognise that life has its ups and downs and that through knowing themselves they learn to build on their experiences and develop as our future citizens. As a result, students leave Rookwood as confident, resilient and principled young adults, ready for the next stage of their education. To find out more about what a Rookwood education has to offer, or to arrange a visit, call (01264) 325910.

While Rookwood is non-selective, it still achieves excellent academic success. High-quality teaching coupled with motivated, positive pupils ensures pupils really do fulfil their potential. In 2018, 97 per cent of pupils gained five or more GCSE grades 9-4 and an outstanding 100 per cent of pupils achieved 9-4 in both maths and English language. However, Rookwood is so much more than exam results. Pupils have many opportunities to expe- rience a broader education than is simply presented on the timetable. School life is rich in experiences and ensures that pupils have a varied and balanced education that not only focuses on academic achieve- ment, but also on personal devel- opment. There are more than 100 weekly clubs and activities across the arts, sport and science as well as residential and overseas trips. The school also runs a thriving Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards

ROOKWOOD is a co-educational, day and boarding school, for pupils aged two to 16, in the heart of Andover, Hampshire. Across the school pupils benefit from high-quality teaching, excellent facilities and small classes. The favourable teacher-pupil ratio ensures that pupils receive individual attention and that teaching can be tailored to meet the needs of all pupils. Set in eight acres, the school has an impressive range of amenities including a state-of-the-art sports hall, outdoor swimming pool, excellent art and science facilities and a new music iMac suite. Additionally, there is an ISI rated ‘excellent’ boarding house, which offers full and flexi-boarding for pupils from Year 3 upwards. It is led by experienced house parents who provide the highest quality of care to pupils around the clock and is noted for its home from home atmosphere.

swimming pool, a purpose-built science centre and a cricket pavilion. Blue Coat is an independent day school for boys aged 11-18 and girls aged 16-18. For further details, please contact Mrs Jane Jarrett or Ms Audrey Fernandes in Admissions on (0118) 944 1005 or admissions@rbcs.org.uk. Further information is also available on the school’s website, www.rbcs.org.uk

speaking, the CCF, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Young Enterprise and numerous additional activities. Blue Coat’s new design technology centre, complete with 3D printers, further enhances the school’s impressive facilities, which also include an IT centre, a psychology and geology block, the 23-classroom Richard Aldworth Building, an extensive sixth form centre, an all-purpose sports hall, an indoor

ROOKWOOD SCHOOL Co-educational | Day & Boarding | 2-16 Years Celebrating excellent 2018 GCSE results

READING BLUE COAT SCHOOL An Independent Day School for Boys, with a Co-Educational Sixth Form

Join the adventure!

GeneralOpenMorning Saturday6thOctober Toursstart9:30am SixthForm OpenEvening Tuesday

16thOctober From5:00pm

Open Events Please register online: www.rbcs.org.uk

OPEN MORNING Thursday 20th September 2018 9.30am-12.30pm To reserve a place call 01264 325900 New school bus route available from Newbury Weyhill Road, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 3AL www.rookwoodschool.org