join our four step preparatory journey · 2018-04-23 · destination 13 breaks the feltonfleet...
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1W H E R E I N D I V I D U A L S R E A L L Y M A T T E R
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Feltonfleet is a community where ‘individuals really matter’ - a core belief which shapes all we say and do. We know the most enjoyable personal growth comes from developing a child’s natural talents and skills. In nurturing this potential within a sharing community, with a strong sense of family, children are able to discover their gifts and grow in self-confidence, independence and compassion.
Our ethos is based upon positive learning, living and leading, alongside core values of honesty, respect, responsibility and happiness. The overriding sense of kindness and laughter is palpable in the classrooms, on the playing fields and in the dormitories. Our unique blend of day and boarding pupils creates a real buzz around school. Feltonfleet children are optimistic and inquisitive, with a thirst for life and learning. They thrive here.
The combination of talented and dedicated staff, an inspiring curriculum and 25 acres of beautiful grounds with exceptional facilities,
encourages children to use their imagination, to think creatively, to explore the world around them and to strive to excel. High standards and expectations are grounded in the conviction that academic excellence and enjoyment of childhood go hand in hand. Unusually for a prep school, we have ‘time to stop & think’ lessons to nourish emotional wellbeing and to develop resilience and strategies for lasting mental health.
As our pupils complete the four stages of their Feltonfleet journey, graduating after Common Entrance, they secure places and scholarships to leading independent senior schools in a range of academic, sporting, musical and all-round disciplines. They are well prepared for the next stage of their journey.
Come and see what makes Feltonfleet a wonderful school for your child’s preparatory education. I’ll be delighted to show you around.
Mrs Shelley Lance BD PGCEHeadmistress
WELCOME
Academic excellence and enjoyment of childhood go hand in hand5
Destination 13 breaks the Feltonfleet learning journey into four stages.
This reflects our belief that success and achievement happen in a happy,
optimistic environment where children travel at different speeds along
their bespoke academic and personal pathway.
During each stage there is a focus on core learning attributes with the aim of children
taking pride in and responsibility for their own learning.
On the following pages you will read about Destination 13 and how children progress
from dependent learners to inter-dependent learners, developing the self-esteem and
the confidence in themselves to ‘risk’ learning and acquiring new skills. On completion
in Year 8, pupils leave Feltonfleet as happy, independent, resilient learners with a
strong sense of service, an abiding respect for others and self-confidence. It is this
confidence that enables our children to continue their journey to be whoever they want
to be and go wherever they want to go.
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OUR JOURNEYStage 1 Nursery & Reception
Years 1-2 Ages 3-7
Stage 2 Lower School Years 3-4 Ages 7-9
Stage 3 Middle School
Years 5-6 Ages 9-11
Stage 4 Upper School
Years 7-8 Ages 11-13
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Calvi House, the first stepping-stone in our Destination 13 journey, is
a dedicated Pre-Prep space surrounded by stimulating play areas, a
woodland garden and natural adventure trail. It is the perfect start to
school life, where confidence is nurtured and new friends are made.
Entering Nursery or Reception is a nurturing experience strengthened by positive home-
school partnerships. Early childhood is cherished, with priority given to exploratory
self-directed learning rooted in meaningful play. Children are encouraged to
express their feelings and ideas verbally, while beginning to consider and respect
the thoughts and feelings of others.
In Years 1 and 2, initiative, curiosity and risk taking are encouraged as children begin
to think for themselves and take greater responsibility for their words and actions.
They feel safe to challenge themselves, to try out ideas and learn from mistakes.
They have specialist teaching in French, Music, Digital Learning and PE.
Focus attributesexplorationrespect curiositycollaborationreflection
nurturing curiosity
NURSERY, RECEPT ION,
YEARS 1-2 AGES 3-7
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CALVI HOUSE
”The wraparound care is great - if I’m running late there is always someone to look after my son”.
working together
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The second stepping-stone of the Destination 13 journey takes pupils to
the main campus and into the Lower School.
A purposeful focus on developing independence and a positive attitude towards
living, learning and leading helps the pupils to continue to explore, try out new
experiences and strive to be the best versions of themselves. Pupils are divided into
forms, in which they are taught for most academic subjects. They are taught in sets for
Maths and English and move to specialist teachers and dedicated areas of the school
for French, Digital Learning, Design Technology, Music, Drama, Art and PE.
All those in Lower School complete this phase of their journey, secure in their sense of
belonging and with an exciting vision of the path ahead.
LOWER SCHOOL
Focus attributeskindnessindependenceresilienceorganisationpositive livingg.
YEARS 3-4 AGES 7-9
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taking pride in knowledge
Focus attributespersonal organisationself-disciplinemotivationindependent learningmindfulness
YEARS 5-6 AGES 9-11
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We nurture individual aptitudes, fostering a thirst for learning whilst developing the
skills pupils need across the curriculum. Those who need additional help with Maths
and English have tailored support. Games take place three times a week - a strong
fixtures programme fosters team spirit, physical fitness and collaboration.
Children become familiar with the routines in Middle School by Year 6, including
preparation for the rigours of external pre-tests supported by a robust pastoral
framework. Our many enrichment opportunities unlock potential and include activities
and trips in sports, art, drama and music. As Year 6 closes, pupils are ready to take
on the challenges and leadership responsibilities of the Upper School.
Year 5 brings new experiences for the children with greater subject-
specialist teaching alongside time with Form Tutors. Our nurturing
framework continues to support pupils as they build personal organisation,
self-motivation and self-discipline.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
‘We chose Feltonfleet because of its end
product: the children are polite and look you
in the eye”.
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a more mature approach
‘‘My daughter’s excitement about coming to school each morning
says it all”.
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The final stepping stone marks the conclusion of the Feltonfleet experience,
which for a number of pupils culminates in applications for scholarships
at their senior schools.
UPPER SCHOOL
Focus attributesleadershipresponsibilitydecision-makingadventuresocialisation
YEARS 7-8 AGES 11-13
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Subject teaching is firmly focused on Common
Entrance. Alongside their academic preparation,
pupils flourish in assuming wider responsibilities
within the Feltonfleet community, from taking
meaningful leadership roles to representing the
school at the highest level in sporting, creative
and academic spheres.
The Enrichment provision, including the Upper
School Graduation Programme, the Leonardo
Lectures and annual academic symposiums with
partner schools, offers exciting opportunities for
academic and personal development. Individuals
can challenge themselves and develop resilience
through pursuing a wide variety of interests.
As their Destination 13 journey concludes, pupils
cultivate a mature approach to learning, confident
in making independent decisions. Above all they
feel a sense of security and belonging that proves
indispensable throughout their lives. They have
become the best version of themselves.
friendships to last a lifetime
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‘‘Genuine friendships
abound - no one
is left out.”
‘‘The grounds are
beautiful and
the teachers are very
charismatic.”
‘‘We love the fact they
have occasional lessons
in the tree house.” ‘‘There is a great
camaraderie
amongst pupils.”
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In Art pupils learn to apply different materials,
techniques and design processes to communicate
what they see, feel and think. The light and airy
studio is in regular use, whilst visits to art galleries,
workshops and exhibitions pepper the year.
In Design and Technology, pupils learn about
materials, their properties and practical applications.
Through project work pupils have the opportunity
to design and make products for a real purpose
with a specific target audience. Many students
the art of self-expression A R T
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develop entrepreneurial skills through ‘Feltonfleet
Warehouse’, a business enterprise group.
In Music, many pupils have individual lessons
with instrumental and vocal specialists. A weekly
programme of ensembles includes 4 choirs, 2
orchestras and groups for string and wind instruments.
The concert diary is extensive, with informal and
formal events, workshops and community visits.
This performance experience contributes towards
notable successes in ABRSM exams.
Regular Drama productions are a popular feature
amongst events in the Ashbee Theatre. Each year
group mounts an annual production, with all pupils
involved in a play or musical. A sizeable number of
pupils takes private LAMDA lessons in school.
In Dance, pupils study ballet, free style, jazz
and hip hop, tap and contemporary dance. The
annual Dance Show involves children from Nursery
to Year 8. A few pupils are involved regularly in
performances with the Royal Opera House and
London theatre, and Year 4 pupils can audition for
the London Children’s Ballet.
Feltonfleet is a highly creative school
enjoying considerable success in gaining
arts-based scholarships to senior schools.
CREATIVITY
‘‘Feltonfleet finds something for every child; there is opportunity to try
everything”.
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Sport is integral to life at Feltonfleet, where our vision of ‘creating better
athletes for life’ underpins our coaching philosophy as much as competitive
matches. Both girls and boys play hockey, cricket and football; also, girls
play netball and boys play rugby.
In recent years, the school has enjoyed great success
at Rugby 7s (a choice for Years 7 - 8), swimming and
hockey, and is a Centre of Excellence for shooting. Our
heated indoor swimming pool is popular, with specialist
lessons throughout the school year, while athletics, cross-
country, archery and golf each contribute to the
annual sporting menu. Sport plays a central role
in the school calendar and offers something for
all abilities.
healthy bodyhealthy mind
SPORT
Creating better athletes for life includes swimming lessons for every year group.
‘‘After the urban environment of his last school in London, my son loves the
green space”.
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The school has a wide range of clubs (including
some activities particular to Feltonfleet) designed to
enrich the core curriculum and draw out talents of
individual pupils, for example:
finding your forté
archery
art
athletics
basketball
chess
choirs
climbing
cookery
cricket
design
digital learning
drama
fencing
first aid
football coaching by Chelsea FC
forest club
gardening
golf
Greek
gymnastics
jazz dance
judo
knitting
LAMDA
musical ensembles
musical theatre
orchestra
pilates
shooting
tennis.
The school has its own shooting range and an
enviable national reputation in the sport, winning
five national titles in 2017. Shooting develops
responsibility, discipline, focus and a good sense
of composure. It is a track record of which we are
justifiably proud.
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ACTIVITIES
Our climbing wall builds strength, confidence,courage, achievement and self-belief.
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Our nurturing boarding house is situated in the heart of school, with
dedicated dormitories for boys and for girls. Over fifty pupils from Years
3-8 board from Monday to Friday, supported by our experienced House
Parents, Deputy Head of Boarding, matrons and boarding tutors.
Full boarders stay 4-5 nights per week while flexi boarders stay on set nights. Warm,
spacious, clean rooms have 4-6 beds with modern wash facilities. Pupils can bring
in items from home to decorate their space, making it more familiar. Evenings are
busy with activities such as Dodgeball, Wacky Races and Arts and Crafts; extra study
is also available to boarders. A cooked supper and breakfast are key parts of the
overnight stay, as well as toast and cereal before bedtime.
Boarding is essential preparation for children intending to move to boarding senior
schools, while for others, friendships are cemented and new ones made within the
boarding community. Boarding is fast becoming Feltonfleet’s most popular offering.
a home from home
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BOARDING
“It’s a very inclusive school - no one is ever alone, friendships are genuine”.
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... an active day means a good night’s sleep... ...exercise, friends and fun...
...learning about the natural environment...25 acres of fresh air...
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
...learning to handle challenges.
“Feltonfleet has boosted my confidence and given
me many amazing opportunities.”
Bryn
“My friends are like my family.”
Jessamy“The friendships I have
made will last for years.”
Anna
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scholarships and destinations
“Feltonfleet pupils are an asset to society - they are happy to have a go, they don’t fear judgement.”
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The Headmistress, in consultation with senior staff, works with you to
guide your choice of senior school to suit your child - a process which
starts in Year 5.
Pupils leave Feltonfleet after Common Entrance examinations in Year 8 and routinely
gain entry to their first choice senior school. Well-balanced, self-confident and ready
for the challenges to come, our leavers are highly thought of in senior school circles.
A high proportion of Year 8 children secure scholarships to leading independent
senior schools across a number of disciplines. Candidates for academic scholarship
follow a bespoke timetable with tutorial sessions, a process that fosters independent
learning and provides excellent preparation not only for the demanding academic
papers but for success at senior school. Scholarships are available in many areas
- one in three of our pupils wins senior school scholarships in recognition of their
particular talents, in music, drama, art, dance, design technology or sport.
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MAP OF OUR SITE
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1 Adventure trail
2 Ashbee performing arts centre
3 Art studio
4 Astro pavilion
5 Astroturf
6 Calvi House
7 Centenary centre
8 Changing rooms
9 Cherry Tree house
10 Cricket pavilion
11 Main entrance
12 Memorial Hall
13 Music practice rooms
14 Outdoor learning area
15 Rowan block
16 Rutherford building
17 Shooting range
18 Sports hall
19 Swimming pool
20 Year 8 Common Room
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Guildford 9 miles
Woking 6 miles
Wimbledon 12 miles
feltonfleet.co.uk Our fleet of minibuses picks up from several locations including south London.
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If you’d like to find out more . . .We understand the importance of choosing the right school. Our
Admissions Registrar, Mrs Jackie Williams, is here to answer your
questions and guide you through this selection process, including your
appointment with the Headmistress and tour of the school.
We hope you enjoy reading our Prospectus. If you have any queries we are
ready to help on 01932 862264 or email [email protected] www.feltonfleet.co.uk
The attributed quotes used in this prospectus are from Year 8 pupils, July 2017. All other quotes are from current parents from February 2017 research.
Byfleet Road Cobham Surrey KT11 1DR
feltonfleet.co.uk [email protected] tel 01932 862264
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Feltonfleet School Trust Ltd Registered Office: Cobham. Registered Company No 00911933. Registered Charity No 312070.