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.
After completing their GCSEs in July, a group of our Year 11 students found themselves back in the classroom – this time in Namibia. The group headed to the Kunene region to embark on a transformative two-week trip that blended volunteer work, adventure and personal growth. There, the Upper School students spent time lending a hand at a local school,...
Read MoreJessy San (OA 2023) spoke to KAS photography students in October. Having recently left KAS herself, Jessy used her gap year to explore how she could enter the world of freelance fashion photography and truly dedicated this time to self-educating. To build her portfolio, Jessy began with curating shoots with models just entering the industry and is now leading editorial shoots for international publications. Congratulations, Jessy, on working so hard to start the career you want! We can’t wait to see what else you do. Follow Jessy’s work on instagram @jessicas4n ... See MoreSee Less
“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.”
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.
