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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.
It won't be long until students can again work on projects together. Here is a throwback to a fabulous Foley sound workshop for our A level Film students which took place before lockdown. #ThrowbackThursday https://t.co/ytylmXWDJe
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Posted : 1st February 2021
Our child-centered approach means that we always put the wellbeing of our pupils at the top of the priority list. This week we’re focusing on mental health and wellbeing with our students looking at ways to care for yourself and others. Fiona Parsons, Assistant Head – Personal Development and Wellbeing is co-ordinating activities in the Upper School, she said: “As...
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Posted : 23rd September 2020
We're excited to get all students back on site next week. Testing, temperature checks, 'Hands, Face, Space' protocols and so many other measures have been put in place which means it won't be long until students can again work on projects together. Here is a throwback to a fabulous Foley sound workshop for our A level Film students which took place before lockdown. ow.ly/VqXh50DOVuc
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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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“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.
