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Anglo European School

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Advanced

Ages 11 - 18 years

Pupils 1503

Type Co-educational

Anglo European School is a coed state comprehensive for 11 to 18 year olds, located in Willow Green, Ingatestone, Essex. The school offers The Anglo Curriculum for years, with English as an Additional Language (EAL) support. Seven languages are taught alongside English, including French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian and Spanish, and the Mandarin Excellence Programme is central to language learning. Students undertake overseas language visits to France, Germany, Spain, Italy and China. In the Sixth Form, routes follow a baccalaureate framework, delivering A Levels and IB courses (IB Diploma Route, IBCP) alongside other pathways. The curriculum emphasises language learning and perspectives across key stages. Campus blocks A to S, with E Block housing the Sixth Form and M Block Mathematics and Science. Facilities include a library, dining hall, Main Hall, drama spaces and sports facilities. The school runs a range of after-school activities and exchanges.

Location

Willow Green, Ingatestone, Essex CM4 0DJ, ENGLAND

Stages

Lower School (Years 7-9); Upper School (Years 10-11); Sixth Form

Type

State comprehensive with Sixth Form

Additional learning support

SEN provision includes tracking and monitoring of progress, in-class support, staff training on a range of needs, examination access arrangements, lunch club, social skills groups, and withdrawal programmes. SENCo: Julie Johnstone. Get in touch via SEND@aesessex.co.uk

Religious affiliation

Christian ethos; Assemblies reflect Christian views and other major beliefs

School day structure

Gates open at 08:00. School day begins with Registration 08:55–09:10. Periods run 09:10–10:10, 10:10–11:10; Break 11:10–11:30; Period 3 11:30–12:30; Period 4/Lunch 12:30–13:30; Period 5 13:30–14:30; Period 6 14:30–15:30. The school operates a ten-day cycle with six periods per day. Study Club runs before school 08:00–08:45, at lunch, and after school until 17:00 (16:30 on Fridays). Sixth Form can leave during designated lunch periods with sign-in/out as required; all students stay on site otherwise.

Bus service

Public bus services link to Ingatestone via NIBS Buses (08:35 arrival, 15:50 departure; route includes Wickford, Basildon, Laindon, Billericay) and First Essex Buses (620) to Ingatestone High Street (arrive 08:30, depart 15:45). Additional services (e.g., 351) operate with timetable details published by the bus providers.

Application fees
- There is no general application fee for admission to Anglo European School; admission follows the published admission arrangements for Year 7, mid-year entry and Sixth Form.

Tuition fees (per year / per term, by year group)
- Anglo European School is a state comprehensive day school and does not charge tuition for students on roll; statutory education for age-appropriate students is provided without a termly or annual tuition charge.
- Charges may apply for optional or non-statutory services (see sections below) such as individual music tuition, examination re-marks or resits where applicable, residential visits, and certain enrichment activities. These are charged individually and are not presented as an annual tuition tariff.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Educational visits and exchanges: parents receive a ParentPay payment schedule for each visit with staged deadlines; payments must be made by the requested dates or a student may be withdrawn from the trip. Deposits are required for some grant applications. Deposits for confirmed visit places become non‑refundable once the school confirms a place.
- Private/external examination entries: full payment is required before the school will submit private/external entries; costs for remarks and resits are payable by parents/students unless the school requests them.
- Payment for exam services (where the school requests bank transfer): account details are provided and parents should reference the student when paying. (Bank transfer details for exam payments are published by the school.)

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not offered at Anglo European School; it operates as a state comprehensive day school. There are no boarding fees.

Other costs and routine charges
- Uniform and PE kit: parents must provide standard uniform and PE kit. Detailed price lists and supplier information (Price & Buckland and PMG Schoolwear) are published; individual item prices (blazers, ties, shirts, PE shirts, shorts, etc.) are shown in the uniform price schedule. Payment options for uniform suppliers include major credit/debit cards, Apple/Google Pay and spread payments where offered by the supplier. Example retail prices are published in the school's 2026 uniform price document.
- Music tuition: individual peripatetic music lessons provided by Essex Music Services are charged to parents; a voucher scheme may be available for eligible disadvantaged students.
- Visits, exchanges and residentials: board, lodging, travel and insurance for residential or international visits are charged to parents; a deposit is commonly required and payment schedules are set via ParentPay. Grants and partial support may be available for families in qualifying circumstances.
- Examinations: the school meets entry fees for pupils on roll for public examinations; parents meet the cost of optional entries, remarks, resits or private/external candidate fees where appropriate.
- Lockers: locker rental is chargeable (set rates for main school and Sixth Form; replacement keys incur a charge).
- Counselling: externally provided on-site counselling is charged to parents (the school funds limited sessions where agreed).
- Transport: daily home transport is the parental responsibility and charged in full; season-ticket schemes or student travel offers may carry separate administration fees. Example: a student season-ticket administration fee is applied where relevant.
- PSG extracurricular programme and similar academy-run activities: these may require direct payment to the provider (PSG) or to the academy as published.

Refund information and cancellation terms
- Visit and exchange refunds: deposits become non‑refundable once a place is confirmed. Refunds for withdrawals on medical grounds may be available from insurers on production of a medical certificate (less administration costs). If participation is cancelled for disciplinary or other reasons, refunds are at the Headteacher's discretion and parents may be charged reasonable shares of committed costs. The school cannot guarantee refunds in all Covid-related cancellation circumstances.
- Exam and remark refunds: the cost of remarks and resits must be met by parents/students unless the school specifically requests the remark or resit, in which case the school will meet the cost. Private/external candidate entry payments are required in advance and refunds are subject to the school's published charging policy.

Fee payment options and accepted methods
- ParentPay (cashless system) is used for most routine school payments including catering top-ups, school visits, music lessons, trips and many other school charges; ParentPay supports card payments and on-line cashless transactions. Parents receive login details as part of admissions and payment schedules for activities are delivered through ParentPay.
- Bank transfer: certain payments (for example specified examination payments) are requested by bank transfer to the school account; published account number and sort code are used with a required payment reference.
- Supplier payment options: uniform suppliers accept major credit and debit cards, Apple/Google Pay and offer spread-payment options (as stated by the supplier). Suppliers may offer free delivery thresholds and in-school delivery dates.

Support, grants and bursaries
- The school operates a grants scheme (School Private Fund, Pupil Premium allocation and 16–19 bursaries) to support participation in visits, music tuition and other chargeable activities for eligible families; applications require documentary evidence of entitlement and may require a non‑returnable deposit to secure a place on a visit.

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Uniform Requirement

All students in Years 7-11 wear the correct school uniform. Uniform and PE kit are available to order from Price and Buckland Limited and PMG Schoolwear; ties and blazer badges are available from Student Services. Uniform is rigorously enforced.

Food Options

The school offers a daily catering service with hot and cold meals, pasta pots, salads, jacket potatoes, vegetables and vegan options. Breakfast is served 8:30–8:50, morning break 11:10–11:30, and lunch is 12:30–1:30 for Key Stage 3 and 1:30–2:30 for Key Stage 4. Allergen information is available in the canteen; Free School Meals can be applied for online.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by the Anglo European Co-operative Trust (AECT). The Trust took ownership of the school's land and assets and provided a 125-year lease back to the school to conduct education.

Curriculum

The Anglo European School uses The Anglo Curriculum for the main school, with English as an Additional Language (EAL) support. The school offers seven taught languages in addition to English, including French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian and Spanish, and leads the Mandarin Excellence Programme. Students spend time abroad each year as part of the language programme, supported by an extensive overseas visits programme to France, Germany, Spain, Italy and China. In the Sixth Form, there are four curriculum routes designed around a baccalaureate framework, including routes delivering A Levels and IB courses. The curriculum emphasises language learning and international perspectives across both key stages.

Exam Results

Examinations The Anglo European School publishes examination results annually. In 2026, 96% of the Upper Sixth completed four or more courses, reflecting breadth of study across the international curriculum. IB and A Level results featured high achievement, including examples such as A A A with a 7 in IB Standard and graduates progressing to universities including the London School of Economics, University of Leeds (French and Spanish), University of Manchester, University of Belfast, University of St Andrews, University of Liverpool, University of Cardiff, University of Nottingham and Durham.

Higher Education Progression

Higher education progression Notable destinations for Anglo European School graduates include the University of Leeds, University of Manchester, University of Belfast, University of St Andrews, University of Liverpool, University of Cardiff, University of Exeter, University of Nottingham and the London School of Economics, with many students progressing to other top UK and international universities after completing the Sixth Form Angl0e international curriculum.

Gifted and Talented

Gifted and Talented The school runs the Elite Performer Programme to support high-achieving students in sport, arts and other domains, including mentoring and extended opportunities beyond the standard timetable. Gifted and talented provision is referenced in the Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) policy, and the Welcome Pack describes the Elite Performer pathway and related enrichment.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Anglo European School prioritizes mental health and wellbeing as part of its pastoral care. Talk2Nish is a wellbeing mentoring programme with trained Sixth Form students who support peers and signpost to help; the programme has produced over 22 mentors to date. Each mentor identifies warning signs of mental ill health and provides guidance on accessing appropriate tools and support. Student voice committees focus on welfare, safeguarding and inclusion, with dedicated work on positive mental health and safe online behaviour. The school provides online safety education, anti-bullying work, and accessible channels for reporting concerns, helping to create a supportive school climate.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides SEND support in line with the SEND Code of Practice, with inclusion principles and the Every Child Matters agenda. The SEND department is staffed by a SENCo, an administration assistant, part-time teachers, a lead learning support assistant and a team of learning support assistants. Support includes transition to secondary, progress tracking, in-class support, advice to staff with strategies and support, and examination access arrangements including relevant literacy screening and assessment. Other supports include Lunch Club with homework support, social skills groups for selected students, and individual and small-group withdrawal programmes for selected students, plus advice and support for parents and carers and external agency support. The SEND Co-ordinator is Julie Johnstone; SEND Enquiries can be directed to SEND@aesessex.co.uk.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The EAL department caters for the needs of students for whom English is an additional language. There are over 830 students whose first language is not English, and they speak over 75 languages. The vision of the EAL Department is to empower students to experience success in all areas of their school life. New admissions are assessed on arrival, and EAL support is offered 1-2-1 or in small groups; a buddy system helps new starters settle in. EAL support runs during the school day, withdrawal is used for specific purposes when needed, and the EAL department shares resources with parents. Progress is tracked across Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing with descriptors from A to E, with progression to Stage E to access the curriculum and high GCSE and IB/AB results.

Mental Wellbeing

The school champions the importance of good mental health and wellbeing for children and young people. Prioritizing mental health enables students to thrive in their education, attend school regularly, and reach their full potential. Talk2Nish is a wellbeing mentoring programme where trained Sixth Form mentors support peers and signpost to help; the programme has produced over 22 mentors to date. Each mentor identifies warning signs of mental ill health and provides guidance on accessing appropriate tools to support students in need. For additional information or concerns about Mental Health and Wellbeing please visit the safeguarding page, including Kooth guidance for parents and carers.

Safeguarding

The Anglo European School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students, with a team of Designated Safeguarding Leads and safeguarding regarded as everyone's responsibility. Staff are trained to be curious and to report concerns to a Designated Safeguarding Lead, with concerns recorded on CPOMS. The school adheres to safeguarding legislation and government guidance, including Working Together to Safeguard Children, Keeping Children Safe in Education and The Prevent Duty. A designated safeguarding lead is Ruth Wootton (woottonr@aesessex.co.uk) with deputy leads including Richard Marshall, Dawn Jenkins, Alice Whitlock, Lucy King, Stephanie Nichols and Chris Treadway. Regular staff safeguarding training and partnership with external agencies support protective actions when needed. The safeguarding pages link to mental health, Relationship and Sex Education, Health Education and keeping students safe online, and provide access to the Child Protection Policy and related procedures.

Admissions

Year 7 entry process
1) Year 7 applications and deadlines. The school intends to admit 232 students to Year 7. Applications must be made in line with the home Local Authority's coordinated scheme by 31 October. Essex residents should follow the Secondary Education in Essex booklet, and the school's Supplementary Information Form (SIF) should be completed for International applicants (criterion 4) and returned by the November deadline; SIFs without verification or received after November will be ranked as Other Applications (criterion 5). Applicants living outside England should apply to their Local Authority.
2) Mid‑year admissions. For mid‑year admissions, the Mid-Year Supplementary Information Form should be completed and returned to the school; mid‑year admissions may be refused for applicants with a history of challenging behaviour as defined in the Fair Access Protocol.
3) How applications are assessed. Applications are considered strictly in order using five criteria: 1) Looked After and Previously Looked After, 2) Locals, 3) Siblings, 4) International, 5) Other Applications. In oversubscribed years, places for criteria are allocated in order and, for criterion 4, ties are resolved by random allocation; waiting lists are maintained by the oversubscription criteria.
4) International criterion details and verification. The International criterion considers a strong, sustained influence of a language or culture other than English, with a points‑based system via the SIF; verification is vital, and false verification can lead to a child being asked to leave.
5) Other application and evidence. All other applications (criterion 5) are considered alongside the above; evidence for International applications must be verified.
6) Sixth Form admissions. The Sixth Form capacity is about 300 students; externally, around 50 are admitted each year. Applicants must meet matriculation requirements to join Lower Sixth (A Levels or IB routes). Online applications for international Sixth Form entry run from 27 September to 15 December; overseas qualifications are assessed individually. In oversubscribed Sixth Form contexts, a set of criteria applies for selection.
7) Appeals and right of appeal. There is a right of appeal, and appeal hearings are conducted in line with the school admissions code; notice of appeal is available as a downloaded form, and some hearings may be conducted remotely.
8) Waiting lists and yearly progression. Unsuccessful Year 7 candidates are placed on a waiting list for a minimum of one term; to remain on the waiting list, parents must write to the Headteacher. Waiting lists for mid‑year and Sixth Form admissions are held for the current year, and if parents wish to join or remain on the waiting list for the following year, they should contact the school in writing. Waiting lists are maintained in order of the oversubscription criteria.
9) Essex application route. For applications to Essex secondary schools, follow the Essex Local Authority guidance for placing a secondary school place.

Scholarships

Scholarships and financial support
1) 16‑19 Bursary Fund. The Sixth Form offers bursaries for students aged under 19 on 31 August of the year they begin their studies. Eligible students must be a UK resident or registered asylum seeker and be on a 16‑19 study programme. There are two bursary types: a Vulnerable Student Bursary for those in care or with qualifying benefits, and Discretionary Bursaries (Level 1 for lower income cases and Level 2 for hardship). The annual fixed bursary amount is determined by available funds and number of eligible applicants.
2) Bursary eligibility and evidence. Vulnerable Bursary categories include those in care, care leavers, or those receiving qualifying benefits. Level 1 and Level 2 Discretionary Bursaries are available based on household income thresholds and hardship, with supporting evidence such as Department for Work and Pensions letters, authority letters, and recent payslips (P60). Applications require completion of an online form by a set deadline (e.g., 19 September) and submission of evidence to the finance team.
3) How bursaries are paid. Bursaries are paid to students as a purchase of resources on their behalf or by reimbursement to a bank account, and payments may be backdated to the first day of the school year, depending on individual needs.
4) What bursaries cannot fund. Bursaries cannot fund non‑essential learning support, non‑essential travel, or general household living costs, and there are other restrictive rules around eligibility and use of funds.
5) Elite Performer Programme. The Elite Performer Programme supports students who perform at an exceptionally high level in sport, performing arts, or other specialist disciplines, providing a mentor and potential flexibility to accommodate elite commitments (such as competition schedules and deadlines).
6) Other scholarship/fee support. The school also recognises elite sporting ability in its broader policy and may offer related support; details are published by the school for prospective families.

Waitlist

Waiting lists exist for Year 7 admissions and are held for a minimum of one term if an application is unsuccessful. To remain on the waiting list after that term, parents must write to the Headteacher. Waiting lists are maintained in order of the oversubscription criteria and not by the date of application. For mid‑year admissions and for Sixth Form, waiting lists are held for that academic year and parents may need to contact the school in writing to remain on or join the list for the following year.

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La Petite Ecole Francaise

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Advanced

Instructs in French, English

Ages 2 - 11 years

Fees £11,250 - 13,500

Pupils 140

Type Co-educational

La Petite Ecole Française is a bilingual independent day school in Notting Hill, London, serving children aged 2 to 11. It teaches a French national curriculum alongside the British system within the AEFE network and holds Homologation status from the French Education Nationale. The school is located at 73 Saint Charles Square, occupying two ground-floor areas and a first floor that have been refurbished to feel homely. Its extensive outdoor spaces include a large playground, a separate Nursery playground and a gardening area, plus access to a gym and local sport centres for swimming and tennis. Lessons are delivered in a bilingual English/French framework, with Spanish introduced in primary. In Maternelle (Nursery to Year 1), 40% of lessons are taught in English, rising to 50% by September 2025; from Year 2 onwards, 25% of teaching time is in English. CM2 results for September 2025 were strong compared with AEFE peers and the French national average. Wrap-around care, after-school clubs, museum and theatre visits, and a project-led approach to plurilingualism complete the offering.

Location

The school is located at 73 Saint Charles Square, London W10 6EJ, in Notting Hill, West London. It is in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. The building serves as a bilingual French-English nursery and primary school.

Stages

Nursery and Primary, for ages 2 to 11.

Type

Co-educational independent day school

Additional learning support

Assistance and Support: Gifted children are stretched and challenged, and those needing more assistance are supported.

Country affiliation

France via the AEFE network (French national education curriculum).

School day structure

School hours are 9:00 to 15:30, with a Wednesday half-day from 9:00 to 12:20.

Application and registration fees

- Registration / application fee: £120 (payable by bank transfer when submitting the application form; VAT is applied for children over 5).
- Waiting-list inscription fee: £100 (charged when parents request a place on the waiting list).

Deposit and administration fees (when a place is offered)

- Deposit: £3,200 (held by the school and returned when the child leaves provided a full term's written notice is given).
- Administration fee charged with the offer: £240 (including VAT for children over 5) — this is payable at the time the place is accepted.
- Combined initial payment on acceptance: deposit plus administration fee (deposit £3,200 + admin fee £240).

Tuition fees by year group (per term / academic year details)

- Toute Petite Section (TPS / Pre-Nursery): £4,500 per term.
- Petite Section to CM2 (PS through end of primary / Petite Section, Moyenne Section, Grande Section, CP, CE1, CE2, CM1, CM2): £3,750 per term (2025/26 figure; excludes VAT where applicable).

Note: lunch is an optional additional cost charged per term (see the separate line below).

Optional and additional costs

- Lunch (hot lunch and dessert four days per week): £240 per term (optional).
- Materials / small consumables and incidental items: parents are responsible for personal school items and any curriculum-related materials not included in tuition; the school recommends labelling all clothing and materials.
- Insurance: the school maintains insurance for accidents for which it is responsible; parents are advised to hold personal insurance for their child's belongings and personal cover.
- Uniform: no specific uniform cost is published in the school fee schedule; any uniform purchase costs are borne by families.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Frequency: fees are billed termly. The school requires payment at the start of each term.
- Deadline: school fees must be paid within the first week (or within 10 days) of the term's commencement.
- VAT: VAT treatment varies by age and fee type (some items are shown as excluding VAT, and VAT is applied for children over 5 where indicated).

Refund and cancellation terms

- Deposit refund: the deposit is returned when the child leaves provided a full term's written notice is given. If written notice is not given in the required time, the deposit is retained. Examples of timing obligations and effects on the deposit are stated in the school's terms and rules.
- Administration / registration fees: administration/registration fees paid with acceptance are non-refundable.

Boarding

- Boarding: not applicable. The school operates as a day school with stated school hours and half-day Wednesdays.

Accepted methods of payment and payment instructions

- Preferred method: bank transfer (parents are asked to use the child's name as the payment reference). Cheques are accepted where indicated, payable to ‘La Petite Ecole Francaise' or ‘La Petite Ecole Francaise ltd' as specified.

Summary of key headline amounts (termly)

- TPS (Pre-Nursery): £4,500 per term.
- PS–CM2 (Nursery through end of primary): £3,750 per term.
- Lunch (optional): £240 per term.
- Deposit: £3,200 (held and refundable subject to one full term's written notice). Administration fee with offer: £240. Registration/application fee: £120 (waiting-list inscription fee: £100).

Curriculum

The school is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and follows the official French National Curriculum. The French Inspector checks conformity each year, with a mission report and inspections of teachers. French National Assessments are used to monitor pupil progress. The CM2 results for September 2025 show very strong outcomes compared with AEFE network schools worldwide and the national average in France. Download Curriculum in English Here.

Student Teacher Ratio

Maternelle class sizes cap at 18 pupils per teacher and assistant; older classes cap at 20 pupils per teacher. For specialised lessons (dance, music, English), classes are split into small groups of 9. 40% of lessons in English in Maternelle, rising to 50% by September 2025; from Year 2, 25% of teaching time is in English. All English teachers are native speakers. Pupils who have been at the school since Maternelle leave CM2 as fully bilingual and can progress to English or French schools.

Exam Results

CM2 French National Assessment results for September 2025 show very strong outcomes compared with AEFE network schools worldwide and the national average in France.

Higher Education Progression

Pupils transition to Lycée CDG in Section Internationale for secondary education.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

La Petite Ecole Française delivers PSHE and, where relevant, Relationships Education as part of a bilingual curriculum that combines the French Socle Commun with English statutory guidance to support pupil wellbeing. PSHE aims to help pupils become responsible, healthy and self-confident individuals who value themselves and others, develop positive relationships, and contribute to their community. The curriculum uses a range of teaching methods, including group work, debates, role-play, visits and external speakers, to build social and emotional skills. It is designed for inclusion and equal opportunities for all learners, with content on rights, duties and respect within a diverse society. Safeguarding and pastoral care underpin mental and emotional welfare, with staff trained to identify concerns early and provide appropriate support to pupils and families as needed.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

La Petite Ecole Française has a Special Educational Needs (SEN) and EAL provision policy. The school identifies pupils' needs in four areas: Communication and Interaction; Cognition and Learning; Social, Emotional and Mental Health; and Sensory and/or Physical Needs. The SEN and EAL provision is led by the Head Teacher, Camie Steuer, who is the SENDCO, and all staff share responsibility for SEN across classes. Admission is non-discriminatory and early assessment with parents allows appropriate provision, including differentiated work, in-class support and small-group sessions, with access to external professionals when needed. The school maintains a Special Needs Register and provision plans (e.g., PAP, IEP) with termly reviews and ongoing coordination with families and external services. Difficulties related solely to French as an additional language are not considered SEN.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

La Petite Ecole Française operates a bilingual French/English curriculum. In Maternelle (Nursery to Year 1) 40% of lessons are in English, rising to 50% by September 2025; from Year 2 onwards, 25% of teaching time is conducted in English in small groups. All English teachers are native English speakers and teach English grammar and literacy but also cultural aspects and topics within the French curriculum. Pupils who have attended since Maternelle leave in CM2 as fully bilingual and can progress to English or French schools. English language provision is integrated with the French curriculum to support bilingual development from early years.

Mental Wellbeing

La Petite Ecole Française supports mental wellbeing through PSHE and safeguarding provisions. PSHE covers personal, social, health and economic education, promoting wellbeing, healthy relationships, empathy and inclusion. The school provides pastoral care and a safe environment, with the Designated Safeguarding Lead and staff trained to respond to concerns and provide support for pupils and families as needed. The integrated bilingual curriculum supports wellbeing across the school, and safeguarding policies reinforce mental and emotional welfare.

Safeguarding

La Petite Ecole Française has a Safeguarding Children Policy updated annually; The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is the Headteacher, Anthony Artist, with deputies as appropriate. The policy sets out prevention, protection and support, and works with parents and local agencies including MASH to promote welfare and keep children safe. It aligns with Keeping Children Safe in Education (DfE), as well as related guidance, and covers online safety, safer recruitment, data protection and procedures for reporting concerns, allegations or possible abuse. The policy adopts a child-centered approach and keeps pupil welfare as the paramount concern, with staff trained to identify concerns early and act in accordance with procedures.

Admissions

1. Application process and eligibility: La Petite Ecole Française is a bilingual French/English school registered for 190 children. Children are admitted in September and must be between 2 years and 11 years old, depending on the class. The school operates 9:00am–3:30pm on weekdays, with a Wednesday half-day from 9:00am–12:20pm. The school follows the French national education curriculum and is inspected by the French National Education Authority, AEFE, and the Independent Schools Inspectorate; admission depends on space, age, and registration requirements. Prospective families are invited to visit the school during the process.

2. Waiting list considerations: When an application is received, extra weight is given to those who have been on the waiting list the longest, to children who are siblings of current or past pupils, and the school aims to balance the numbers of boys and girls in the class.

3. Offer of place and enrollment steps: An email informs parents whether their child has been offered a place or placed on the waiting list. If a place is offered and accepted, the inscription fee and a deposit must be paid, and the school's terms and conditions, the internal regulations, and the charter of homologues French schools in London are signed.

4. Fees, payments and funding: The inscription fee is £120, the deposit is £3,200, and admin fees with the offer are £240. Per-term fees for 2025/26 are £3,750 for Petite Section PS-CM2 and £4,500 for Toute Petite Section TPS, with lunch fees of £240 per term. The deposit is held and returned on departure with full-term notice. Early Years Funding may be available for 2–4 year olds through the local authority.

Scholarships

French Government Grants: Grants are available to encourage the schooling of French children abroad. Eligibility criteria include that the child must be a French citizen, the family must live in the host country, the child and parent must be on the register of French citizens residing abroad held by the French Consulate, the child must be over 3 years old, and the school must be accredited by the Ministry of Education. A request for financial support must be made to the French Consulate.

Waitlist

Waitlist: The school maintains a waiting list. Priority is given to those on the waiting list the longest, to siblings of current or past pupils, and to balancing the class by gender where possible. Admission remains subject to space, staff/child ratios, and registration requirements. The school does not discriminate on sex, race, disability, religion, or color.

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Torquay Boys' Grammar School

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Advanced

Instructs in English

Ages 11 - 18 years

Pupils 1120

Type Boys School, Co-educational

Torquay Boys' Grammar School is a selective 11–18 boys' grammar school in Torquay. It offers the British Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate Diploma, with a Sixth Form that provides both A‑levels and IB. The IB Diploma is open to both male and female students; girls may join the Sixth Form to study IB, while boys may choose either IB or A‑levels. The curriculum runs from KS3 to KS5, with Year 7 Spanish and Year 8 a second language (German or Mandarin); KS4 focuses on core subjects plus language study; KS5 offers A‑levels or the IB core (TOK, Extended Essay and CAS). Excellent facilities include the Forum conference space, ReTrEAT hall, Centenary Hall theatre, a Library and a Sixth Form Study Area opened in 2023, plus TQ Climb with a 7.5m auto‑belay wall. The school runs extensive trips, Duke of Edinburgh, chess clubs and a thriving music/theatre program. Around 1,120 pupils attend, including girls in the sixth form studying IB.

Location

Shiphay Manor Drive, Torquay, TQ2 7EL

Stages

11-18

Type

Boys' grammar school (single-sex)

Additional learning support

Inclusion; Wellbeing & Mental Health; Pastoral Care

Bus service

Public buses are provided by Stagecoach South West; routes include No. 12 from Brixham to Newton Abbot; No. 28 from Preston and Paignton to the school bus bay; No. 32C to Wellswood and St Marychurch. Contract coaches AB Coaches and Dartline Coaches operate routes to a wide area. Torre railway station is about a five-minute walk from the school, and travel assistance is available through Torbay Travel Assistance and Devon Travel Assistance.

Application fees

- There is no application fee to apply for a place at Torquay Boys' Grammar School. Admissions and the selection test registration are not charged by the school.

Tuition fees (by year group)

- Torquay Boys' Grammar School is a state-funded selective academy. Education for Years 7–11 and for students aged 16–18 in the Sixth Form is provided without tuition charges to families; there are no termly or annual tuition fees.

Billing schedule and payment terms (for chargeable items)

- The school does not bill for core curriculum or admissions. Charges may be applied only for permitted items (optional extras, board and lodging on residential visits, private music tuition, materials asked to be owned by pupils, examination re-sits as specified in policy).
- Payment for trips and activities must be made in advance. More costly trips (over £100) may be paid in instalments as directed by the finance office. Where an external travel company requires a non‑refundable deposit, the initial deposit required from parents will match that sum and will be non‑refundable unless the school obtains a refund from the travel company.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered: Torquay Boys' Grammar School is a day school (no boarding fees apply).

Other costs and fees (typical items and approximate amounts)

- Uniform and related items: A full uniform is required; badges and ties are available through the school shop and items may be purchased from high-street suppliers or from the Parents' Association pre-loved shop. The school will contribute towards uniform items for new Year 7 entrants who are eligible for Free School Meals.

- Trips, visits and activities: The school publishes typical approximate costs for curricular and extra‑curricular activities. Examples of published approximate costs include: team‑building (~GBP 25), river/fieldwork trips (~GBP 6–20), local day trips (~GBP 12–80), activities‑week residentials and international trips (~GBP 350–2,000+ depending on destination), and large overseas trips (examples listed up to ~GBP 1,500). Parents are asked to make voluntary contributions for some school‑day activities; residential elements (board and lodging) are chargeable except where remissions apply. Exact costs vary by activity and year group.

- Curriculum materials and optional items: Charges may be made where parents request to own finished materials (e.g., D&T materials) and for private music tuition. Public examinations for which students are prepared as part of the curriculum are not charged; charges may apply for private candidate entries or certain re‑sits as set out in policy.

Refund information

- Deposits: If a travel company requires a non‑refundable deposit from the school, the deposit required from parents will be non‑refundable unless the school is able to obtain a refund from the travel company.
- Refunds for cancellations or non‑attendance are handled in line with the school's Charges and Remissions policy and the terms of the organiser/travel company; voluntary contributions cannot be required and families who do not contribute are not treated differently, though activities may be cancelled if insufficient contributions are received. Remissions (full or partial waivers) for eligible families are available for some charges.

Financial assistance / remissions

- Remissions and bursaries: Financial support is available for students in specific circumstances. The school operates a remissions policy for trips and activities (linked to household benefit criteria) and a Sixth‑Form bursary scheme with eligibility bands (including care leavers, those in receipt of Free School Meals, and households below defined income thresholds). Remission and bursary applications follow the school's published procedures.

Fee payment options (how chargeable items are paid)

- The school uses standard cashless payment platforms for collecting payments from parents (ParentPay and the school's payment portal). ParentPay supports payment by card, bank transfer and PayPoint where enabled by the school; the payment platforms are used for items such as trips, uniform shop purchases, and other chargeable items.

Summary points for parents

- No application or tuition fees apply for Years 7–11 or for Sixth Form study. Charges only apply for permitted optional extras, certain residential elements (board and lodging), private tuition, and material/items parents choose to purchase.
- Typical out‑of‑pocket items include uniform, occasional departmental materials, and trip deposits/fees (amounts vary by year group and trip; examples are published by the school).
- Payment is handled via the school's online payment systems; advance payment is required for trips and instalments may be offered for higher‑cost trips. Remissions and bursaries are available for eligible families and the school's Charges & Remissions and Financial Assistance policies explain eligibility and procedures.

Curriculum

Key Stage 3 (years 7–9) offers a broad and balanced curriculum including art and design, computing, design and technology, English, geography, history, mathematics, modern foreign languages, music and physical education; Personal, social health education, citizenship, careers education, sex education and religious education are taught in philosophy and applied ethics lessons. In Year 7 all students study Spanish; in Year 8 they choose a second language (German or Mandarin Chinese); science is taught in KS3 and completed in Year 9 when students transition to the GCSE course. Key Stage 4 (years 10–11) core subjects are English language and literature, mathematics, a modern foreign language, science (three separate GCSEs or a double science qualification), religious education, personal and social education (including citizenship) and physical education; students continue with one of the two languages studied in KS3 and must study two other subjects from history, geography, art, music, drama, media studies, physical education, design and technology, computing or the second language; information technology skills are developed across the curriculum. Key Stage 5 (years 12–13) offers the A‑Level curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma; on the A‑Level route students typically take 3–4 A‑Levels with up to five one‑hour periods per subject and may include options such as Extended Essay, AS Further Mathematics, GOLD Duke of Edinburgh's Award, AS Ancient History and AS Music. The IB Diploma is open to both male and female students; the Diploma requires three Higher Level and three Standard Level subjects across six categories, plus the core (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, Service). Girls can enter the Sixth Form for IB; boys may choose either A‑Levels or IB.

Exam Results

GCSE 2025: pass rate at grades 9–4 was 98%; top grades 9–7 accounted for 61%; 9–5 in English and Maths was 93%. In 2024 the Attainment 8 score per student was 68.6 and the Progress 8 score was +0.34. Sixth Form 2025: students can take either A levels or the International Baccalaureate; combined results show 70.5% of grades were A/A/B or 7/6, and 45.6% were A/A or 7/6; overall pass rate for all examinations sat was 98.7%. TBGS Graduate Destinations 2025 show 72% to Russell Group universities and 90% achieved their first-choice place, with graduates going to fields including medicine and some progressing to Oxford/Cambridge; one student listed to Princeton, USA.

Higher Education Progression

Graduate destinations for 2025 include 72% of TBGS graduates going to Russell Group universities and 90% achieving their first-choice place; graduates pursue courses in medicine, engineering, business, sciences and humanities, with entries to selective universities including Oxford and Cambridge and, in at least one case, Princeton, USA. The school notes strong progression to top UK universities and competitive programmes.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school prioritises student well-being as part of its approach to learning. Student Mental Health Ambassadors receive specialist training from the Mental Health Support Team (NHS partners) to provide peer‑led support across year groups. Living Life To The Full (LLTTF) is used as a cognitive-behavioural life-skills programme to help students identify and manage worries, with delivery supported by staff and parents. The pastoral team is based in The Stables, where students can access support at any time; a School Counsellor and pastoral officers are available to help. The Mental Health Support Team provides in‑school wellbeing interventions and helps the school develop a whole‑school approach to mental health, including staff training and parental involvement.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

TBGS has a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Department (SEND). The SEND Team can be found in the Stables (Student Services) or in the Sixth Form and supports learning and wellbeing for students with SEND. The SENDCo is Lucy Munns, and the team includes staff such as Caroline Vaughan (School Counsellor, Pastoral Officer & Safeguarding Officer), Victoria Pellant (Deputy SENDCo & Communications and Interaction Lead), Joanna Shore (Deputy Head of Sixth Form, SEND oversight), and Helen Turner (Learning Mentor & Diabetes Lead). Contact details for SEND are provided by the school: 01803 615501; enquiries@tbgs.torbay.sch.uk. The SEND provision emphasises collaborative support to meet students' needs.

Mental Wellbeing

We support students to achieve highly in a caring environment where wellbeing is central. Staff receive training to spot concerns early and a range of support mechanisms is available for individuals and families. Student Mental Health Ambassadors work with the Mental Health Support Team (NHS partners) to provide peer‑led support. Living Life To The Full (LLTTF) provides evidence‑based tools to identify negative thoughts and worries and helps students apply coping strategies with school‑home collaboration. The Stables houses the pastoral team, a School Counsellor, and Mental Health Support Team staff who deliver a whole‑school approach to mental health.

Safeguarding

TBGS has a safeguarding structure led by Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Mr S Lyne-Ley, with Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead Mrs C Pitocco and Safeguarding Officer Mrs C Vaughan. The safeguarding team can be contacted via the main school office during school hours. CPOMS is used to securely communicate and store safeguarding concerns. There are clear contacts for multi‑agency safeguarding needs, including the MASH and Devon Children & Families Partnership. There are procedures for raising concerns about adults, including contact with the Headteacher, the Chair of Governors, and the Local Authority Designated Officer.

Admissions

1. Year 7 entry is selective and determined by a two-test selection process. Two tests (English and Mathematics) are used, each lasting about 50 minutes; tests may be sat at TBGS or at another selective school, with special arrangements available on request if required. Registration for the entrance tests is separate from applying for a place and must be completed by the published deadlines. 2. Normal admission round: the statutory closing date for applications is 31 October 2026. Local Authorities coordinate applications for their area, and parents must submit a Common Application Form (CAF) to their Home LA by the deadline; offers are made on National Offer Day (the first working day of March 2027). The Published Admission Number (PAN) for Year 7 is 168. 3. Selection by Ability and Testing before Preference: candidates may sit the selection tests before the closing date (Testing before Preference). Registration to sit the tests closes at 12:00 noon on 4 September 2026, and the tests take place on 19 September 2026. Test outcomes are reported as Yes/No regarding whether the child meets the required standard, not as actual scores. 4. Late applications and late testing: if a candidate cannot sit the tests in September, late testing arrangements can be made; late testing may be used to determine waiting-list placement. 5. Waiting lists: the School maintains a waiting list for each year group (Year 7–13) throughout the year; positions are determined by ranking, oversubscription criteria and tie-breakers and are re-ranked whenever a place becomes available. Children admitted under the Fair Access Protocol have precedence over those on the waiting list. 6. Outcomes and offers: offers for Year 7 are made on National Offer Day (1 March 2027); sitting the test does not guarantee a place, and the CAF deadline remains essential. 7. PAN and priorities: Year 7 PAN is 168; there is no catchment or feeder-school priority published in the arrangements. 8. Additional information: further details are published in the Admissions Policy and related forms.

Scholarships

Financial Assistance is available to Sixth Form students who meet the Department for Education criteria. To be eligible, students must be under 19 on 31 August of the starting academic year and must satisfy residency criteria. To continue receiving a bursary, the student must have unauthorised absences no greater than 10%, must not breach the Sixth Form contract, and must provide receipts showing the money is spent on approved items. Category One includes looked-after or care-leaver status and certain benefit-related criteria; Category Two – Band A covers those eligible for Free School Meals or with household income below £17,500; Category Two – Band B covers those with household income below £25,000. Further information is provided in the bursary infosheet and related forms.

Waitlist

The School operates a waiting list for each year group (Year 7 to Year 13) throughout the respective school year. The waiting list positions are determined solely by ranking, oversubscription criteria and tie-breakers and are re-ranked each time a name is added or a place is offered. Children given a place under the Fair Access Protocol have precedence over those on the waiting list.

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Westminster Academy

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Advanced

Ages 11 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Westminster Academy is a London-based academy for ages 11–18, located at the Sir Naim Dangoor Centre in W2. It offers the British Curriculum alongside BTEC qualifications and the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP), supporting both university entry and vocational pathways. The school operates within the United Kingdom system and maintains a broad, inclusive ethos. Curriculum and learning sit alongside a rich extracurricular life. Academic and intellectual clubs include STEM Club, History Club, Debate Club and Model United Nations, with Creative Writing, Coding and UK Maths Trust competitions for curious minds. In Arts and Creative, Expressive Arts are showcased in school productions such as We Will Rock You and Hairspray, with lunchtime and after-school activities in arts, crafts, dance and choir. Social and Hobbies clubs include games and chess and a Pride Club. The school also supports wellbeing through PE, a Healthy Schools London Gold Award, and Greenhouse Sports mentoring.

Location

The Westminster Academy is located at The Naim Dangoor Centre, 255 Harrow Road, London W2 5EZ, in the Westbourne Green area of the City of Westminster, London. The school identifies itself as Westminster Academy (Westbourne Green). The address places the campus in London, United Kingdom.

Stages

11–18; Secondary with Sixth Form.

Type

Academy

Additional learning support

The school has a dedicated SENCo (Ms Huma Wilson) and a SEND contact (send@westminsteracademy.org.uk).

Country affiliation

United Kingdom

School day structure

Gates open at 8:00am; Period 1 runs 8:30–9:45am; there are breaks and transitions between periods; Year Groups 10 and 11 have an extended day with Period 6 on Mondays and Thursdays; the timetable indicates a total weekly teaching time of around 34–37 hours depending on year group.

Tuition and admissions fees

- Westminster Academy is a state-funded, non-fee-paying academy. There is no tuition charge for attending the Academy for Years 7–11 (compulsory secondary education) or for Sixth Form (Years 12–13).

Application / registration fees

- There is no application, registration or admission fee payable to secure a place at the Academy; standard admissions procedures are followed and no charge is made for entry. (State-funded academies do not charge for education or admission.)

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- Years 7–11 (age 11–16): No tuition fees per term or per year. Education for statutory school-aged pupils is provided without charge.

- Years 12–13 / Sixth Form (age 16–19): No tuition fees per term or per year for eligible 16–19 provision; the Academy administers the 16–19 Bursary Fund to support students with costs related to participation in post-16 education.

Billing schedule and payment terms (for chargeable items)

- Routine tuition billing is not applicable because the Academy does not charge tuition. For optional chargeable items (for example certain trips, optional music tuition, board and lodging on residential visits where permitted, or other "optional extras"), invoices or requests for voluntary contributions are issued by the Academy according to the activity and the Academy's charging and remissions policy. Parents are required to pay the actual cost of any permitted optional extra; the school may request voluntary contributions for activities but cannot make participation conditional on payment for curriculum activities.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Westminster Academy does not operate a boarding provision; it is a day academy serving the local community. Consequently there are no boarding fees.

Other costs or fees parents should expect

- Uniform: Parents are responsible for purchasing the required school uniform and related items; uniform cost is a parent expense. Schools must consider cost when setting uniform policy but the purchase cost remains the responsibility of families.

- Meals and catering: School meals are charged where meals are not free (families eligible for free school meals receive support in line with entitlement). Payment arrangements for meals are managed by the Academy's finance team according to the Academy's payment procedures.

- Trips and residential visits: Parents may be charged for board and lodging on residential trips and for other permitted optional extras; charges must reflect the actual cost and the Academy will publish its policy on which activities are chargeable. Refunds and cancellations for trips follow the Academy's charging policy and the contractual terms of any third-party providers.

- Instrumental or specialist tuition: Charges may be made for optional individual or small-group instrumental tuition where that tuition is not part of the statutory curriculum; pupils in receipt of certain support may have charges remitted in line with the Academy's remissions policy.

- Examination and entry fees: The Academy meets exam entry costs for qualifications for which a pupil has been prepared at the school; where a parent requests entry for an additional exam or a pupil is entered and later does not sit without a valid reason, the Academy may charge the cost of that entry in line with its charging policy.

- Materials, equipment and optional extras: For optional activities the Academy may ask parents to pay for materials, ingredients, equipment or travel; the school cannot make a profit from such charges and must publish its charging policy.

Refund information

- Refunds for chargeable activities are governed by the Academy's charging and remissions policy and by the contractual terms applicable to any external supplier. If an activity is cancelled by the Academy or the external provider, refunds will be issued in accordance with those policies and the supplier's refund terms; if a voluntary contribution scheme does not raise sufficient funds the Academy must decide whether to meet costs from the budget or cancel the activity. The Academy's charging policy sets out circumstances for remission, refunds and cancellation.

Fee payment options and how payments are handled

- The Academy's finance office administers payments for all chargeable items, bursary claims and remissions. Parents are asked to follow the payment instructions shown on academy invoices and communications; for post-16 bursary enquiries and finance matters the Academy's finance contact is available via the published finance email. Specific payment methods accepted (for example bank transfer, online payment portals, card payments or cash) are specified by the Academy on individual invoices and communications to parents.

Financial support and remissions

- The Academy administers the 16–19 Bursary Fund to support eligible Sixth Form students with costs such as transport, clothing, books and learning equipment; discretionary bursaries are awarded based on assessed household need and may be withheld if students do not meet attendance or behaviour conditions. Families eligible for free school meals and other targeted support should make enquiries with the Academy's finance or student support teams.

Summary statement

- Westminster Academy provides state-funded, non-fee education to Years 7–13 so there are no tuition or admission charges. Parents should expect to meet the costs of uniform, meals (where not eligible for free school meals), permitted optional extras (trips, optional music tuition, materials) and any exam entries or optional services not provided free. For post-16 students, the Academy operates the 16–19 Bursary Fund to help with eligible costs.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Westminster Academy promotes positive change in students' mental health and wellbeing through a Mental Health Resource Hub that includes a School Counselling team (three BACP-qualified counsellors), an Educational Mental Health Practitioner from MIND, Kooth for online therapy, and The Mix Connect. A Trauma-Informed Approach guides staff to consider “What must be going on for this young person?” and Zones of Regulation are used in every lesson to support emotional regulation. Mental Health Ambassadors work with the Designated Senior Mental Health lead to drive positive changes in student wellbeing, and parental support resources are available through the hub. SEAL-related activities and vertical tutoring further support wellbeing and social-emotional development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Westminster Academy provides inclusive education with full support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. The SEN & Disabilities section includes an Accessibility Plan (November 2022), a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Policy (September 2024) and a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information Report (School Offer) 2024-2025 (November 2024). The academy's design features a dedicated SEN team and a designated SENCo to coordinate support.

Mental Wellbeing

The school offers a Mental Health Resource Hub with counselling (three BACP-qualified counsellors), an Educational Mental Health Practitioner from Mind, Kooth, and The Mix Connect. A trauma-informed approach and Zones of Regulation are employed to support emotional regulation, and Westminster Academy runs Mental Health Ambassadors to promote positive mental health. Resources for families and online services are provided for ongoing support outside school hours.

Safeguarding

A Designated Safeguarding Lead is on site, supported by deputy safeguarding leads as part of a safeguarding framework. Contact safeguarding@westminsteracademy.org.uk for safeguarding inquiries. The academy's policies and procedures align with government guidance, with documented links to the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), the Common Assessment Framework (CAF) and the Team Around the Child/Family (TAC/TAF). Looked After Children are identified and monitored, and safeguarding is integrated with broader policies including attendance, medical conditions, and the Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy.

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EIFA International School London

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in English, French

Ages 2 - 14 years

Fees £7,107 - 9,770

Pupils 150

Type Co-educational

EIFA International School London is a boutique, independent, co‑educational, secular, bilingual school in Marylebone, London, at 36 Portland Place. Opened in 2013, it operates across two buildings in Westminster and serves 150 pupils from Nursery to Year 9, ages 2 to 14. The school offers a bilingual education in French and English, combining the French curriculum with the breadth of the English framework. From early years, pupils are immersed in both languages, with English literacy aligned to the British curriculum, and the bilingual approach runs across subjects to develop proficiency in both languages. EIFA is an AEFE partner school and holds homologation by the French Ministry of Education; DELF Junior and DELF Scolaire exams are available. After school, a wide range of clubs runs from 15:30 to 17:00 in English or French, including sports, arts, STEAM, coding, drama, and private music tuition, plus cultural events throughout the year each year.

Location

36 Portland Place, London, W1B 1LS, Marylebone, Central London. The school is located in the heart of London with a central London location and wide-ranging extracurricular activities.

Stages

Nursery to Year 9; Junior EIFA (from 2 to 11) and Middle EIFA (from 12 to 14).

Type

Independent, co-ed, secular and international school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

30 nationalities represented.

Additional learning support

EIFA offers English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Français Langue Étrangère (FLE) for pupils with no proficiency in either language. Special Educational Needs (SEN) support is provided with a SENCo and external specialist consultants; the school cannot cater for severe SEN.

Country affiliation

AEFE partner school; DELF exams offered (DELF Junior and DELF Scolaire); homologation by the French Ministry of Education.

Religious affiliation

Secular.

Bus service

There is a bus service provided by an independent operator, La Clef des Champs; contact them directly to arrange transport.

Fees overview (2025–2026 academic year)

Application and one-off registration fees
- Administrative (new pupils, one-off, non-refundable): GBP 360 (incl. VAT).
- School entrance fee (new pupils, one-off, non-refundable): GBP 2,400 (incl. VAT).

Tuition fees — per term (and per year = three terms)
- Pre-Nursery (VAT exempt): per term GBP 7,107 — per year GBP 21,321.
- Nursery (VAT exempt): per term GBP 7,107 — per year GBP 21,321.
- Reception: per term GBP 8,528 — per year GBP 25,584.
- Year 1: per term GBP 8,528 — per year GBP 25,584.
- Year 2: per term GBP 9,323 — per year GBP 27,969.
- Year 3: per term GBP 9,323 — per year GBP 27,969.
- Year 4: per term GBP 9,323 — per year GBP 27,969.
- Year 5: per term GBP 9,323 — per year GBP 27,969.
- Year 6: per term GBP 9,323 — per year GBP 27,969.
- Year 7: per term GBP 8,617 — per year GBP 25,851.
- Year 8: per term GBP 8,617 — per year GBP 25,851.
- Year 9: per term GBP 8,617 — per year GBP 25,851.

Early Years funding / additional tuition (eligible pupils)
- Eligible 3- and 4-year-olds: up to 15 hours free entitlement per week from 08:30–11:30; for eligible 2-year-olds the school also offers up to 15 hours subject to eligibility checks. Additional tuition (to cover a 17.5-hour week) is charged per term as follows:
- Pre-Nursery / Nursery additional tuition (17.5 hours per week): per term GBP 5,765 (VAT treatment: exempt in those year groups as shown).
- Reception (for pupils under 5) additional tuition (17.5 hours per week): per term GBP 6,918 (incl. VAT).

Extras and other recurring charges
- School lunch (compulsory unless medically exempt): GBP 490 per term (not subject to VAT) for 2025–2026.
- From 1 January 2026: a non-residential trips and enrichment activities fee of GBP 50 per term (not subject to VAT).
- Extras invoiced separately (examples): transport, residential trips, after‑school clubs, PE kit, lost or damaged books, iPads/laptops, private music tuition.

Discounts
- 5% discount on fees paid yearly in advance.
- Sibling discount: 5% discount for the second child; up to 15% in total for three siblings.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- School fees are payable termly in advance; accounts must be settled in full on or before the first day of each term. Interest will be charged on overdue fees. Pupils will not be allowed to start school until invoices are settled.
- A full term's written notice is required for withdrawal; if proper notice is not given, a term's fees in lieu will be payable. Notices must be sent in writing to the Head of School.
- Fees remain payable if the school is closed for events beyond its reasonable control (for example, lack of essential services or weather). All international bank transfers must be made net of bank fees; the school may invoice parents for bank fees charged to the school.

Late payment and interest
- The school reserves the right to charge interest on late payments at a rate of 5% above the base rate at the time.

Refunds and non-refundable items
- The administrative fee and the school entrance fee are one‑off and non‑refundable. A term's fees will be due in lieu if required written notice of withdrawal is not given. Interest may be charged on overdue fees.

Boarding
- Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school only.

Uniform / PE kit
- The school operates a non‑uniform policy for day‑to‑day wear; however, children are required to have and wear the EIFA PE kit for PE lessons. Costs for PE kit are not published on the fee schedule and are handled separately (PE kit is available via the school's authorised supplier).

Payment method(s)
- Payment may be made by bank transfer (BACS) to the school's account: L'Ecole Internationale Franco Anglaise Ltd, HSBC Bank PLC. Details provided for GBP payments include Sort Code 40-11-60, Account No. 70723347, IBAN GB83HBUK40116070723347, SWIFT HBUKGB4B. Parents are requested to quote the child's name when making direct payments. All international transfers should be made net of bank fees.

Notes specific to VAT
- VAT applies to most school fees from 1 January 2025; some early years provision (Pre‑Nursery and Nursery) is VAT exempt. School lunch and the non‑residential trips/enrichment fee are not subject to VAT.

Boarding Arrangements

The school is an independent bilingual day school.

Uniform Requirement

The school has a uniform; pupils wear the EIFA PE kit for sport lessons and must have well-fitting trainers.

Food Options

Lunch is provided on site and water is available throughout the day.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by a board of directors. L'École Internationale Franco-Anglaise Limited owns the school; Proprietors are Sabine Dehon and Isabelle Faulkner; Chair is Isabelle Faulkner.

Curriculum

EIFA provides bilingual education in French and English to children aged 2 to 14. From Nursery to Year 9, EIFA combines the rigorous approach of the French curriculum with the breadth, creativity, and excitement of the English curriculum. From Early Years, pupils are immersed in both French and English, with English literacy broadly aligning with the British curriculum. The bilingual curriculum runs across subjects to develop proficiency in both languages.

Student Teacher Ratio

Average of 15 pupils per class.

Higher Education Progression

Pupils gain work experience in different settings. The sixth form offers enrichment lectures and visits and prepares students for university applications and future study.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

PSHE is taught across the school to promote positive relationships, respect for others, and how to manage emotions. Pupils learn to help themselves and others when upset. The Early Years curriculum includes PSHE-style development within a bilingual framework. The Junior School participates in whole-school events such as World Poetry Day, World Book Day, and Tolerance Day to foster social awareness. The bilingual programme supports cross-cultural understanding and tolerance of different faiths and creeds.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

EIFA offers SEN support with a dedicated SENCo and collaboration with external specialist consultants for needs such as speech and language impairment, dyslexia, dyspraxia, autism and ADHD. Individualised programmes are tailored to each pupil, with close collaboration between teachers and medical staff to adjust exercises, tasks and assessments. The school is a small, family setting that provides substantial individual attention. Severe SEN cannot be catered for due to the constraints of the Grade II listed building. The dual-immersion learning-support approach is designed for international pupils regardless of home language.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

For pupils with English or French as an additional language, EIFA provides EAL and FLE programmes. These are delivered by specialist teachers or teaching assistants individually or in small groups during English or French literacy. The aim is to promote oral expression, comprehension, reading and writing in both languages. Pupils remain in EAL or FLE until they reach a level enabling full participation in the academic programme. The dual-immersion concept supports ongoing language development across the curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing

A Senior Mental Health Lead supports pupil wellbeing. Mental wellbeing is integrated with safeguarding and PSHE provisions to promote resilience and coping skills. Staff receive ongoing training to recognise and respond to mental health needs. The school aims to create a caring environment where pupils feel safe to discuss wellbeing concerns.

Safeguarding

EIFA has a Child Protection and Safeguarding policy based on Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 and related guidance. The policy aims to safeguard and promote pupils' welfare and ensures staff understand their safeguarding responsibilities. Designated Safeguarding Leads and Deputy DSLs oversee safeguarding duties, with named contacts for safeguarding roles and for the Prevent programme. All staff receive safeguarding and online safety training at induction and at least annually. The policy covers online safety, confidentiality, record-keeping, and safe transfer of pupil information when moving to other schools; it also covers whistleblowing and responding to concerns.

Admissions

EIFA welcomes applications for admission from all students regardless of nationality, religion or gender. Applications are accepted throughout the year; visitors are welcome to arrange a private tour of the school. There are no formal examination requirements; applicants must demonstrate good academic achievement and ability. Apply early to secure a place, as priority is given to siblings and Westminster residents when classes are oversubscribed. Minimum level of English or French: up to Year 8, children who have not yet mastered one of the two languages of instruction (French or English) are accepted. Process: Step 1. Applying for a place: a completed and signed Application Form with a photograph and a £360 (including VAT) non-refundable Admission Fee; a complete official transcript of the child's school record including the results of any standardised testing or other assessments; a copy of the child's passport or birth certificate. Step 2. Decision of the Admission Committee and Registration: the Admission Committee reviews applications weekly; parents/legal guardians are informed of the outcome by email within 3 working days. If offered a place, parents/legal guardians must read and sign the EIFA Acceptance Form and transfer a £2,400 (including VAT) non-refundable School Entrance Fee. Once the signed Acceptance Form and Entrance Fee are received, registration is confirmed and must be finalised by the deadline in the offer letter; otherwise the place may be offered to another family. Age chart per year group and school year lists the year groups from Pre-Nursery to Year 9 with corresponding UK/FR designations. For example: Pre-Nursery (TPS) 2-3; Nursery (PS) 3-4; Reception (MS) 4-5; Year 1 (GS) 5-6; Year 2 (CP) 6-7; Year 3 (CE1) 7-8; Year 4 (CE2) 8-9; Year 5 (CM1) 9-10; Year 6 (CM2) 10-11; Year 7 (6ème) 11-12; Year 8 (5ème) 12-13; Year 9 (4ème) 13-14. For contact, the Registrar can be reached at [email protected] or +44 20 7637 5351.

Scholarships

Scholars are available to existing pupils in years 5-9 and to new pupils entering Middle School (years 7-9) in English, French or Mathematics. Scholarships may not be held in more than one discipline. They are awarded for academic excellence in one field of study and/or outstanding potential to succeed; scholarship pupils are expected to demonstrate commitment and high attendance. Applications are initially discussed with the Head of School and a relevant subject specialist; invited pupils bring supporting documentation such as a copy of the last school report (if new to the school) and examples of work in their chosen area. The pupil then completes an assessment relevant to the area identified on the Scholarship application. Recommendations for the award are made by the Head of School to the School Board, which makes the final determination. Scholarships are only available for UK residents. To apply, send a message to [email protected].

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Bexley Grammar School

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in English

Ages 11 - 18 years

Pupils 1464

Type Co-educational

Bexley Grammar School is a co-educational academy on a 20-acre site beside Danson Park in Welling, Kent. It serves pupils aged 11 to 18 and offers a British curriculum through Year 11, with GCSEs including the Ebacc. The Sixth Form follows the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with a personalised plan that covers Mathematics, English, a language, a science, two other subjects and the CAS core. The IB pathway is central to university destinations and degree apprenticeships. The campus features 12 science labs, multiple computing labs, Design Technology and Art workshops, a refurbished library, and dedicated spaces for music, drama and film production. Outdoor facilities include two rugby pitches, three football pitches, two cricket pitches, seven tennis courts and five netball courts; indoor facilities comprise a full sports hall, a gym and a bouldering wall. The school runs more than 40 clubs, and has strong activity in the arts, sport and community leadership.

Location

The school is located at Danson Lane, Welling, Kent DA16 2BL. It is in the London Borough of Bexley. Getting Here includes a Plan Your Route travel tool to help plan transport.

Stages

Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 provision plus a Sixth Form offering the International Baccalaureate.

Type

The school is a co-educational academy.

Additional learning support

SEND provides Special Educational Needs and Disability support; SENCO is Ms S. Brand.

Country affiliation

England.

School day structure

The school day begins at 8.30 am. There are two lunch breaks: 12.35 pm to 1.25 pm for Years 7–9 and 12, and 1.25 pm to 2.15 pm for Years 10–13. Departures are at 3.05 pm for Years 7–9 and 3.10 pm for Years 10–13, giving a total of 32.5 hours per week.

Application fees
- There is no application fee to apply for entry to Bexley Grammar School; admission procedures are set by the school's published admissions arrangements and no payment is required to submit an application.

Tuition fees by year group (term / year)
- Bexley Grammar School is a state-funded academy grammar school; there are no tuition fees for Year 7 through Year 13. Education provided wholly or mainly during school hours is free to registered pupils.

Billing schedule and payment terms (for chargeable items)
- There is no regular tuition invoice schedule because the school does not charge tuition. Optional or exceptional charges (for example, residential trip board & lodging, individual music tuition, some extracurricular activities or specific equipment) are raised as required for the activity and are collected on an activity-by-activity basis. Voluntary contributions for school trips or materials are requested when an activity is arranged; contributions are genuinely voluntary and refusal to contribute does not affect a pupil's treatment, though an activity may be cancelled if insufficient voluntary funding is available.
- The School Fund requests an annual voluntary contribution of £40 per family; that contribution is requested once per year and payments are made via the school's standard payment system.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school does not operate as a boarding school; there are no ongoing boarding fees. Charges for board and lodging may be raised only for specific residential visits and trips when board and lodging apply. Remission arrangements for residential visit charges are available for eligible families (see Remissions).

Other costs and expected items of expenditure
- Uniform: A compulsory school uniform is required. The school's official outfitter is Caseys (240 Blackfen Road, Sidcup; telephone 020 8850 8645). Certain items (for example, house badges, some PE items and specific branded items) are available only from the official supplier; other standard items may be purchased from mainstream retailers. No uniform prices are published by the school. Parents are asked to mark all items with the pupil's name.
- Music tuition: Individual or small-group instrumental/vocal tuition is chargeable unless it is provided as part of a syllabus for a prescribed public examination or required by the National Curriculum.
- School meals / canteen: A school meal deal is offered (example meal-deal pricing referenced at £3 for a sandwich + snack + drink in school communications); canteen purchases are managed through the school's cashless payments system. Exact daily/term meal charges vary according to choices taken.
- Trips and visits: Charges are applied for board & lodging on residential visits and for optional trips or activities that take place outside normal curriculum hours. Trip charges are notified at the time the trip is organised. Residual trip funds under the school's specified threshold are retained for cohort activities rather than being returned as cash refunds.
- Examination charges: The school may raise charges for certain examination entries or re-sits where the student has not been prepared for the re-sit by the school, or where a student fails to attend an exam or to submit required coursework.
- Occasional subject-specific items: The school may raise occasional charges for subject-specific equipment procured in bulk (for example, graphical calculators or other consumable materials).
- School Fund items: The School Fund helps pay for planners, subsidises some visits, funds House events and prizes, and supports co-curricular activities; contributions are voluntary and requested annually (suggested £40 per family).

Refund information and remissions
- Residual funds from trips: If residual funds remain after a trip, amounts below the school's published threshold per student are not refunded in cash; instead they are used for post-event activities for that cohort at the trip leader's discretion.
- Remissions for eligible families: The school provides full remission of certain charges for parents/carers receiving specified means-tested benefits (including income support, income-based Jobseeker's Allowance, income-related Employment and Support Allowance, Universal Credit, Pension Credit) and may remit the cost of board & lodging for residential visits and the cost of individual instrumental music tuition for families who meet the criteria.
- Voluntary contributions are not refundable if the school has already incurred costs for an event that subsequently does not go ahead for reasons outside the school's control; specific refund arrangements for each chargeable activity are set out when parents are asked to pay.

Fee payment options and typical payment route
- The school's primary payments system for school-managed charges, lunch accounts and the School Fund is ParentPay; parents are asked to make payments for school-managed items through that system. The school uses ParentPay for canteen top-ups, event payments and voluntary contributions.
- Branded uniform and supplier-specific purchases are handled through the official outfitter (Caseys) or other retailers and are paid to the supplier using the supplier's accepted payment methods.

Summary (practical points for parents)
- There are no application or tuition fees for Years 7–13. Optional charges apply only for clearly specified activities (residential visits, individual music tuition, some extracurricular activities, certain equipment and exam re-sits/entries in specified circumstances). Voluntary contributions (including the School Fund suggested contribution of £40 per family) are collected annually; most school-managed payments are collected via ParentPay. Remission arrangements exist for eligible families and some residual trip-fund rules apply.

Uniform Requirement

Uniform is compulsory at Bexley Grammar School. The official outfitter is Caseys (240 Blackfen Road, Sidcup). The uniform includes a navy blazer with the House badge, a light blue shirt or blouse with a navy tie, a mid/dark grey skirt or trousers, plain black shoes and a navy jumper optional to wear with the blazer; PE kit is worn for physical education.

Food Options

Food is served in the school canteen during breakfast, morning break and lunch. apetito provides meals designed to meet government guidelines. Options include hot meals, salads, wraps, sandwiches, fruit and drinks.

House System

Six Houses exist: Collins (Red), Johnson (Blue), Kirkman (Yellow), Prothero (Green), Mabbs (Purple) and Wellman (Orange). Forms are allocated to a House and badges are colour-coded to show each pupil's House; each House has a Head of House and seven House Captains (two senior and five form captains). The House system runs annual competitions across sports, the arts and other activities, with House time on Wednesdays.

Governance and Ownership

Bexley Grammar School is a single academy trust and is not part of a federation. Its Governors are Members and Trustees, with a Trust comprising up to five Members and up to fourteen Trustees (including Parent Trustees and Staff Trustees) and the Headteacher as part of the governance structure. The Governors operate via four Committees—Curriculum and Pupil Progress, Staffing and Pupil Welfare, Finance and Resources, and Audit and Risk—and day-to-day management is carried out by the Headteacher and Senior Management Team.

Curriculum

The school offers a full curriculum from Year 7 to Sixth Form. In Year 7, students study Mathematics, English, Science, Geography, History, RS, Computing, Design Technology, Art, Drama, Music, and Physical Education, with Latin and a choice between French or German and PSHCE. In Year 8, a second modern foreign language is chosen from French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Chinese and Japanese. Year 9 focuses on depth of study and preparation for GCSE. Years 10 and 11 take GCSEs in Mathematics, English Language, English Literature, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, two language subjects and a Humanity subject, with two further option subjects; all students are entered for the Ebacc. The Sixth Form follows the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with a personalised programme including Mathematics, English, a language, a science, two other subjects and a core of knowledge, creativity, action and service. The IB is central to the school's college-ready outcomes and the school highlights a strong record of university and degree-level apprenticeship destinations.

Exam Results

GCSE outcomes for 2022 include Attainment 8 of 76.8, 100% entered Ebacc, 97% achieved Ebacc, 99% achieved 5+ in English and Mathematics, 75% achieved 9-7 grades and 98% achieved 9-5. KS5 (IB) results show 83% of grades were 7-5 and 48% 7-6, with an average point score per subject of 5.4. Destinations for 2022 include 6 Oxbridge places, 55% of students gaining places at Russell Group universities, and graduates gaining places at 20 of 24 Russell Group universities, with degree apprenticeships at employers such as GSK, BA and Deloitte.

Higher Education Progression

The majority of Bexley Grammar School students go on to higher education. In 2024, 111 students secured places at Russell Group institutions (about 57% of the 196 university places). Students receive extensive guidance from the Careers and Higher Education Adviser, with input from tutors and the sixth form leadership; Year 12 onward includes university research, visits, and UCAS guidance and events to support applications.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Bexley Grammar School places the wellbeing of students at the core of its approach to education. The wellbeing framework emphasises strong, supportive relationships between staff and pupils. The pastoral system is led by Directors of Studies who oversee welfare across year groups and work with Senior Academic Mentors and Form Tutors as the core of the pastoral team. A formal peer-mentoring scheme enables Sixth Form students to support younger pupils and discuss concerns. The school focuses on developing students' character, resilience and independence, with a culture where asking for help is encouraged. The Wellbeing Vision commits to prioritising physical and mental health and emotional wellbeing for all members of the school community.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Bexley Grammar School provides inclusive education for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. All teachers are responsible for meeting SEND needs through quality-first teaching and differentiation. The SENDCo coordinates provision, maintains an accurate SEND register, liaises with parents, teachers and external professionals, and oversees reasonable adjustments and EHCP processes. The school uses a graduated approach to SEND and offers SEND Support that may be additional or different from universal provision, with progress monitored and reviewed. Pupils with EHCPs may have annual reviews and additional support; Parents are involved in decisions and external agencies may be consulted as needed. The policy recognises that some pupils have first languages other than English and may require language support, though this does not automatically indicate SEND unless accompanied by a learning difficulty.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Approximately 20% of the student body speak English as an additional language. The Language Policy notes that a number of pupils have a first language other than English and may require extra help; They are not automatically considered to have SEND unless they also have a learning difficulty.

Mental Wellbeing

Bexley Grammar School places mental health and emotional wellbeing at the heart of its student development. The Vision Statement commits to prioritising physical and mental health and to meeting students' needs inside and outside the classroom. The pastoral framework involves Directors of Studies, Senior Academic Mentors and Form Tutors, with a formal peer-mentoring scheme that supports younger students. The Wellbeing Hub and Wellbeing Wall provide ongoing wellbeing resources, and Wellbeing newsletters are published for parents and pupils. The school runs mental health awareness activities such as Time to Talk Day and provides external support resources for wellbeing and mental health.

Safeguarding

Bexley Grammar School has a safeguarding policy with a designated safeguarding lead (Mr S. Auckland) and deputy leads, and safeguarding is framed as everyone's responsibility. The school follows London Child Protection Procedures and Keeping Children Safe in Education, with procedures for early help and multi-agency involvement when needed. It establishes a secure environment where students are encouraged to talk and to seek help, and it integrates safeguarding within the PSHE curriculum. The policy emphasises robust recruitment, staff training, and appropriate record-keeping, and it recognises Contextual Safeguarding and the need to work with local authorities and safeguarding partners. In cases of concern, staff are instructed to report to the DSL, and the school maintains clear lines of communication with Children's Social Care and other agencies to protect pupils.

Admissions

1. Year 7 admission is selective and uses the Bexley Selection Test. The test is for children born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 who will start secondary school in September 2027. Test sessions are planned for the week commencing 7 September 2026. Registration to sit the Bexley Selection Test opens on 1 March 2026 and closes at midnight on 31 March 2026 on the London Borough of Bexley site. 2. Applications are made via the London Borough of Bexley Common Application Form (CAF). The CAF becomes available from 1 September 2026 and closes on 31 October 2026. 3. After the test results, the system sorts which schools the child qualifies for and awards a place at the highest-preference school on the list. Parents should list schools in order of preference so the system can allocate a place accordingly. 4. Offers are made via the home Local Authority. If a vacancy arises, the home Local Authority informs the Admissions Team and sends the offer letter. 5. If a place is not offered, parents can join the waiting list. Waiting lists are kept for Year 7 until at least 31 December of the admission year and are ranked according to the school's oversubscription criteria. 6. A supplementary form may be required for certain applicants. Children who are currently receiving Pupil Premium or are eligible for Free School Meals must complete a supplementary form; others do not need to.

Waitlist

Waiting lists for Year 7 admissions are kept until at least 31 December of the admission year and are ranked in line with the school's oversubscription criteria. Bexley residents not offered a place are automatically placed on the waiting list for higher-preference schools, while non-Bexley residents should contact their home Local Authority to request placement on the waiting list. If a vacancy arises, the home Local Authority will send an offer letter to the parent/guardian; the waiting list is re-ranked as new entries are added.

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