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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.
Welcome back to students from Reception, Year 1 and Year 6 who are returning to site today. Things will be different but there will be learning and laughter. Robert outlines safety measures which have been put in place in his video message here: https://t.co/9DFwCItxEa
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Posted : 1st June 2020
This week we will see the return of a small section of our student population to both Ivy Wood and Manor Wood sites. Head of Lower School, Karen, and her team have been working incredibly hard to put in place measures which will make this return safe for students and staff. From staggered start times, increased cleaning, removal of soft...
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Posted : 2nd June 2020
We are excited to welcome back students from Reception, Year 1 & Year 6 to site today! Teachers and the Estates team have been working hard to get everything ready and we can't wait to see those students who are coming in. Here are the Lower School Team demonstrating the new morning routine! #KASConnected ... See MoreSee Less
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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."
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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.
