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AgendaAgenda

Our Vision

Progress in 2010/11

Five Year Plan

Our Vision

Progress in 2010/11

Five Year Plan

Our visionOur vision

It is our firm belief that a good education is an essential preparation for the whole of life.

An education at Abbotsholme provides not only the starting blocks but also the first few metres of life’s track

It is our firm belief that a good education is an essential preparation for the whole of life.

An education at Abbotsholme provides not only the starting blocks but also the first few metres of life’s track

Our AimsOur Aims

Abbotsholme seeks to identify and develop the diversity of talent in each child

Abbotsholme seeks to identify and develop the diversity of talent in each child

Abbotsholme is exceptionally

successful in achieving its aims. The

pupils personal development is

outstanding.

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Abbotsholme is exceptionally

successful in achieving its aims. The

pupils personal development is

outstanding.

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Our Holistic approachOur Holistic approach

We want all of our children to succeed - whatever their individual talents or abilities may be - but also to feel successful

We want all of our children to succeed - whatever their individual talents or abilities may be - but also to feel successful

Achievement is excellent.

There is outstanding achievement in the wider

curriculum which provides a wealth of

opportunities in adventurous and sporting

activities and on the school farm.

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Achievement is excellent.

There is outstanding achievement in the wider

curriculum which provides a wealth of

opportunities in adventurous and sporting

activities and on the school farm.

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ChallengeChallenge

We offer pupils challenges which will build strength and test courage

We offer pupils challenges which will build strength and test courageThe school’s promotion of physical and

adventurous activities is excellent. Many pupils

discover in themselves strength of character in

tackling the challenges of the wider curriculum.

There are high levels of achievement in Duke of

Edinburgh Award Scheme with a high success

rate at all levels including gold.

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The school’s promotion of physical and

adventurous activities is excellent. Many pupils

discover in themselves strength of character in

tackling the challenges of the wider curriculum.

There are high levels of achievement in Duke of

Edinburgh Award Scheme with a high success

rate at all levels including gold.

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PerspectivePerspective

We provide pupils with a programme of cultural enrichment to widen their perspectives

We provide pupils with a programme of cultural enrichment to widen their perspectivesThe school’s outstanding promotion of

personal growth leadership, international

awareness and the development of social

conscience and responsibility through

opportunities offered by its association with

Round Square results in pupils’ strong

appreciation of diversity, the needs of others

and “making a difference”

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The school’s outstanding promotion of

personal growth leadership, international

awareness and the development of social

conscience and responsibility through

opportunities offered by its association with

Round Square results in pupils’ strong

appreciation of diversity, the needs of others

and “making a difference”

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EnvironmentEnvironment

We show them how to nurture and care for the environment

We show them how to nurture and care for the environmentAll pupils have horse riding lessons and access

to the farm and estate. Outdoor leadership

and expedition leader awards, wide

particitipation in the D of E award scheme,

opportunities for pupils to be dependable on

the farm and to help with lambing, all serve to

promote a strong sense of the individual’s

responsibility to the whole.

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All pupils have horse riding lessons and access

to the farm and estate. Outdoor leadership

and expedition leader awards, wide

particitipation in the D of E award scheme,

opportunities for pupils to be dependable on

the farm and to help with lambing, all serve to

promote a strong sense of the individual’s

responsibility to the whole.

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ResponsibilityResponsibility

We teach pupils the importance of taking responsibility both for themselves and for others

We teach pupils the importance of taking responsibility both for themselves and for othersExcellent programmes of personal, social and

health education for all ages promote the

pupils’ excellent personal development in many

areas.

Pupils manage themselves well, facing each day

with enthusiasm, optimism and hope. They

learn to look after themselves and one another.

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Excellent programmes of personal, social and

health education for all ages promote the

pupils’ excellent personal development in many

areas.

Pupils manage themselves well, facing each day

with enthusiasm, optimism and hope. They

learn to look after themselves and one another.

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AchievementAchievement

Although we are committed to helping all pupils fulfil their academic potential, it is their development as people that must be seen as the ultimate test.

Although we are committed to helping all pupils fulfil their academic potential, it is their development as people that must be seen as the ultimate test.

Pupils are successful in gaining admission to

universities with rigorous entry requirements, with

some winning sponsorship from international

companies.

Those pupils with learning difficulties often make

exceptional progress academically, in many cases

allied to progress that they have made in their

personal development.

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Pupils are successful in gaining admission to

universities with rigorous entry requirements, with

some winning sponsorship from international

companies.

Those pupils with learning difficulties often make

exceptional progress academically, in many cases

allied to progress that they have made in their

personal development.

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ValuesValues

All Abbotsholmians benefit from our ethos which teaches them to value honesty and integrity. It encourages a sense of self-worth and of pride in their own achievements whilst in equal measure, celebrating the success of others

All Abbotsholmians benefit from our ethos which teaches them to value honesty and integrity. It encourages a sense of self-worth and of pride in their own achievements whilst in equal measure, celebrating the success of othersPupils’ personal development is exemplary.

Pupils embrace wholeheartedly the school’s

aspirations of courage, honesty, humility,

integrity and respect.

Pupils consistently demonstrate strong moral

awareness. They are friendly and welcoming,

proud of their school and supportive of each

other.

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Pupils’ personal development is exemplary.

Pupils embrace wholeheartedly the school’s

aspirations of courage, honesty, humility,

integrity and respect.

Pupils consistently demonstrate strong moral

awareness. They are friendly and welcoming,

proud of their school and supportive of each

other.

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LearningLearning

It is our belief that while learning should be challenging, it should also be both stimulating and enjoyable.

It is our belief that while learning should be challenging, it should also be both stimulating and enjoyable.The curriculum makes an outstanding

contribution to the pupils’ academic

achievement and personal development. Its

academic and wider ranging components

provide exceptionally well for all ages, needs

and abilities.

The rich 6th form curriculum supports the

aptitudes and aspirations of the pupils whilst

maintaing a wide range of A level options

including vocational courses

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The curriculum makes an outstanding

contribution to the pupils’ academic

achievement and personal development. Its

academic and wider ranging components

provide exceptionally well for all ages, needs

and abilities.

The rich 6th form curriculum supports the

aptitudes and aspirations of the pupils whilst

maintaing a wide range of A level options

including vocational courses

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independenceindependenceAbbotsholme provides a rich and rounded experience through its beautiful surroundings, its happy and supportive boarding environment, its working farm and its extensive range of sporting, artistic and outdoor activities

Abbotsholme provides a rich and rounded experience through its beautiful surroundings, its happy and supportive boarding environment, its working farm and its extensive range of sporting, artistic and outdoor activitiesThe boarding experience plays a valuable

part in the pupils’ education and personal

development and makes an excellent

contribution to the achievement of the

school’s aims.

Excellent pastoral support and guidance is

provided at all levels throughout the

school.

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The boarding experience plays a valuable

part in the pupils’ education and personal

development and makes an excellent

contribution to the achievement of the

school’s aims.

Excellent pastoral support and guidance is

provided at all levels throughout the

school.

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AbbotsholmiansAbbotsholmians

Abbotsholmians leave us as responsible and socially aware young men and women who are able to face an increasingly demanding world with confidence and a zest for life

Abbotsholmians leave us as responsible and socially aware young men and women who are able to face an increasingly demanding world with confidence and a zest for life

AgendaAgenda

Our Vision

Progress in 2010/11

Five Year Plan

Our Vision

Progress in 2010/11

Five Year Plan

Investment in siteInvestment in site

New Windows in Cedarholme and St Vincents

Installation of Fire Detection Equipment in Music and Dyslexia

New Food Technology Classroom

New Junior School Facilities

Manege repairs

New Windows in Cedarholme and St Vincents

Installation of Fire Detection Equipment in Music and Dyslexia

New Food Technology Classroom

New Junior School Facilities

Manege repairs

Investment in staffInvestment in staff

Head of Staff Development

New Food Technology Teacher

New Head of Junior School

Head of Staff Development

New Food Technology Teacher

New Head of Junior School

Bank BalanceBank Balance

Over the last four years Abbotsholme’s finances have been improving steadily

We have been using our overdraft facility less and less

We will end this year with cash in the bank for the first time in over 10 years

Over the last four years Abbotsholme’s finances have been improving steadily

We have been using our overdraft facility less and less

We will end this year with cash in the bank for the first time in over 10 years

AgendaAgenda

Our Vision

Progress in 2010/11

Five Year Plan

Our Vision

Progress in 2010/11

Five Year Plan

Focus Focus

Improve the quality of teaching from good to outstanding

Deliver our holistic education through the Junior School

Review the curriculum to prepare pupils for life’s journey

Upgrade girls’ boarding facilities

Market Abbotsholme to people who share our beliefs about education

Improve the quality of teaching from good to outstanding

Deliver our holistic education through the Junior School

Review the curriculum to prepare pupils for life’s journey

Upgrade girls’ boarding facilities

Market Abbotsholme to people who share our beliefs about education

Pupil NumbersPupil Numbers

Abbotsholme will remain a small school

To remain healthy we need between 310 and 340 pupils

We expect growth in the Junior School

We expect the majority of senior pupils to be boarding - flexi, weekly and full

Abbotsholme will remain a small school

To remain healthy we need between 310 and 340 pupils

We expect growth in the Junior School

We expect the majority of senior pupils to be boarding - flexi, weekly and full

Income and ExpenditureIncome and Expenditure

Abbotsholme will remain profitable

Income > costs

Costs forecast to increase 4-5% per annum

Fees increase > Cost increase

Abbotsholme will remain profitable

Income > costs

Costs forecast to increase 4-5% per annum

Fees increase > Cost increase

DebtDebt

Good relationship with the Co-operative Bank - an excellent and secure partner

Overdraft rarely used and long term debt reducing steadily

Ability to borrow more should further investment be required

Good relationship with the Co-operative Bank - an excellent and secure partner

Overdraft rarely used and long term debt reducing steadily

Ability to borrow more should further investment be required

SummarySummary

Abbotsholme’s vision is clear: to prepare people for life’s journey

We deliver that vision outstandingly well and our finances are healthy

In the last year significant improvements have been made both to facilities and staffing

Abbotsholme’s five year plan will deliver further improvements that will benefit all who live and work here

Abbotsholme’s vision is clear: to prepare people for life’s journey

We deliver that vision outstandingly well and our finances are healthy

In the last year significant improvements have been made both to facilities and staffing

Abbotsholme’s five year plan will deliver further improvements that will benefit all who live and work here

How you can helpHow you can help

Abbotsholme’s is always looking for parents and staff who believe in our holistic approach to education

Recommend Abbotsholme to other like-minded colleagues, parents and grandparents

Email to them our website address: www.abbotsholme.com

Invite them to our excellent open days

Host an evening when we can come to talk about the school

Abbotsholme’s is always looking for parents and staff who believe in our holistic approach to education

Recommend Abbotsholme to other like-minded colleagues, parents and grandparents

Email to them our website address: www.abbotsholme.com

Invite them to our excellent open days

Host an evening when we can come to talk about the school

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