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.
In September 2026, we will be giving a warm welcome to our new Head, Stephen Campbell. Stephen will be taking over from current Head, Robert Lobatto, who is retiring from Headship this summer after 11 years at The King Alfred School (and after 19 years as a Head). This appointment follows a rigorous international search process and represents both continuity...
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We were delighted to welcome 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐂𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 back to our Upper School Library last term for a thought‑provoking Q&A on Hamlet with our A Level English Literature students.
The award-winning actor shared expert insights into Shakespeare’s tragedy, answering our Sixth Formers' questions with depth and generosity.
From exploring Hamlet through an actor’s lens to sparking ideas that will shape their exam study, it was a "hugely impactful and thought-provoking" experience.
➡️Want to join our vibrant Sixth Form? Head to our Admissions page in the #LinkInBio for more info, including how to apply.
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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.”
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.
