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,...
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Calling Classes of 2021 through 2024!
RSVP at oa@kingalfred.org.uk to join us for the Recent Leavers Drinks on 7th January 2026.
You’ll be joined by your former teachers as well as the Class of 2025 who will be receiving their A Level Certificates just moments earlier.
Do you remember your A Level Certificate Presentation? Let’s reminisce together and share all our updates on life after KAS.
Hope to see you there!
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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.
