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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.
Posted : 13th November 2023
Posted : 7th December 2023
The annual Upper School Production took a festive turn this year as students from Years 10 – 13 performed ‘Elf – The Musical’. Just like Buddy The Elf himself it really upped the levels of Christmas cheer and was a huge hit with the packed audiences for it’s three night run. In addition to all the performers the band who...
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Driving down North End road, OA, Gavyn felt the school gates "call" him in for an impromptu visit for the first time in many years.![]()
It was an emotional moment. His memories of ball games in the Covered Court and a version of Granny's footsteps up the bank between Squirrel Hall and the tennis courts are vivid. Do you remember what the ball game was called?![]()
Gavyn is a celebrated violinist, conductor and orchestra leader for numerous celebrated Film and TV productions.
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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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ISI Report March 2022
"Pupils of all ages demonstrate an intrinsic motivation towards their work and towards their contribution to the extracurricular life of the school, and this comes from the high expectations of their teachers and from the school's culture of mutual respect."
Read the Report The School Films
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.
