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The King Alfred School
At the heart of King Alfred’s philosophy is our child centred approach. This has been the practice here since 1898 when the school opened, and remains equally true today. We appreciate that every child is unique and has their own set of strengths, attributes and areas to develop.
The tulip tree (yes, tulip tree!) is in full bloom outside the Main Hall. And because it's a KAS tree there is a quirky character lurking in the bark! #thekingalfredschool
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Posted : 20th May 2022
Join us for the event of the season as the glorious Kastonbury Festival returns on 2 July (12-4pm). There will be stalls, food, drink and musical performances from KAS students. Tickets are free for staff, £5.60 for children aged 3-17 and £10.80 for adults – you can get yours by clicking here.
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Today our Y6 students (and external students who are joining us in Y7) have been taking part in a transition day. A morning of team building games facilitated by WiseUp Team Building followed by lunch and then Upper School taster lessons in the afternoon - bring on September - we can't wait for the next stage in their education journey. #thekingalfredschool
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Aimee, Year 11
“I value the freedom I get given in my work and my decisions at King Alfred. The teachers create an amazingly supportive environment where I feel inspired to learn.”
Justin, Year 13
"As a year group there's a real sense of togetherness in the Sixth Form and I've been able to meet new friends and enjoy getting to know people from outside my subject groups."
Welcome to the KAS Sixth Form
Tabitha, Year 7
“I love the friendliness of the school, it’s got a really nice feeling to it and everyone’s so welcoming”
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Lower School Film
Upper School Film
Sixth Form Film
“The aim is to allow children to grow chiefly through their own efforts, and more or less at their own temperamental pace, into their own image.”
John Russell, KAS Head 1901-1920
Space to Grow
The village green setting of the main school site contributes to the community feeling with Lower School classrooms all opening out directly onto the play areas, parents encouraged to spend time in the grounds and all students offered opportunities for outdoor learning.
