×
Independent Sixth Form College in West London, UK
Ashbourne Independent Sixth Form College, London:
Wonderfully located near Kensington Palace, Ashbourne College in Kensington, West London, England, is an Independent Sixth Form College offering GCSE and A level pre-university education to international and UK students. Following the university ethos, the college combines informality and an adult approach to education, at both A level and GCSE, with a disciplined system in which each student's work is carefully monitored. The college is fully co-educational and considers its primary strength to be its small size, coupled with its friendly and caring approach. The School is diverse, with approximately 50% of students coming from overseas.
Admissions:
As a private college, Ashbourne is selective. All prospective students are either interviewed by the Principal or Director of Studies. The admissions process is friendly, informal, and our focus is on providing each applicant with the best available advice on all their options at A level and GCSE, without obligation. We are selective to the extent that we expect students to have above average grades and further academic ambitions and interests beyond the school curriculum.
Homestay Accommodation:
Boarding with a family will appeal to those who wish to experience English family life. Many students bond quickly with their host families, often forming friendships that will continue into adult life. All accommodation is fully inspected before it is offered to students and is within walking distance or an easy journey by bus or train from Ashbourne.
Facilities:
As a private college we are conscious of our responsibility for maintaining a very high standard of facilities and equipment. Ashbourne's main building at Old Court Place is fully equipped for A level study. In addition to teaching rooms, there is a library with computer and Internet access and a full range of learning resources. There are specialist laboratories for the teaching of Science subjects and ICT.
A Level Departments:
- Arts and Media
- Drama
- EFL
- Finance and Computing
- Humanities
- Languages
- Social Sciences
- Traditional Sciences
Ashbourne is one of the best private colleges for A levels (pre-university) in the UK. It offers many opportunities, including: class sizes of 10 or less, a choice of over 30 subjects, and excellent academic results. The college appeals to those who want a more grown-up approach to education but who also value the support, encouragement and academic focus that are Ashbourne's hallmarks.
GCSE Core Subjects:
- Maths
- Science
- English Literature
- English Language
- ICT
Easter Revision Courses also available.
Location:
Ashbourne College is situated in the very heart of Kensington (100 metres from Kensington Palace), west London, England. The college operates on two sites very close to each other. The main site is at 17 Old Court Place, Kensington. The other is on Kensington High Street but its entrance is on Young Street and is referred to as “Young Street”. If you cross High Street Kensington at the bottom of Old Court Place, turn right, and then take the first left on to Young Street, you will find the entrance just 20 metres down on the left hand side.
Address:
17 Old Court Place, Kensington, London, England , UK / GB
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to
2022-03-12 were from:
Canterbury; and more.
Canterbury; and more.
The Anna Fiorentini Theatre & Film School, London
Courses / Programs
The Anna Fiorentini Theatre and Film School runs dancing, singing, acting, design and film classes with professionals from theatre, film and television for children and young people from underprivileged backgrounds. We are located in Laura Place, Lower Clapton in the East London Borough of Hackney, 25 minutes north of London city. The Anna Fiorentini Theatre & Film School opened in 2001 as a Prince's Trust Business. Since then it has won 3 Business of London Awards and has a growing reputation within the performing arts industry.As well as the regular timetable, students also have the opportunity to enter our in-house competitions, such as Stars in their Eyes, Voice Idol and Oscars, (a chance to show off drama pieces and win an AF School Oscar). Every year the Hackney based school puts on a Variety Performance at the Hackney Empire. All students have the opportunity to partake in this show and learn what it really means to work as a professional and as part of a team. The audience consists of casting directors, producers, tv/film directors and funders as well as family and friends.
We run dancing, singing, acting, design and film classes with professionals from theatre, film and television for children and young people from underprivileged backgrounds. Each Saturday during term-time, 165 students, aged 7 - 18 follow a time-table of Acting and Drama, Film, Singing, Dance and Set and Costume Design. These classes are taught by leading professionals who have a great rapport with young people. We also provide adult classes.
Arts Educational Schools London
Courses / Programs
The choice of secondary school is one of the most taxing decisions that parents and children face. When a child is particularly talented in a specific area it becomes even more difficult. How can ability in a discipline like the performing arts be balanced with the necessity of maximising academic potential? At The Arts Educational School, we have the ideal solution. Based in the superb Cone Ripman House, close to Turnham Green tube station in Chiswick, London Borough of Hounslow, West London, The Arts Educational School is an independent day school for 11-18 year olds and has been nurturing and developing the artistically talented since 1939.Splendid facilities as well as numerous dance, drama and music studios – enable our pupils to flourish in all aspects of the arts, under the watchful eyes of a superb, dedicated and highly qualified staff. The academic standards are extremely high, with examination results regularly making the school the highest ranked Performing Arts school in national league tables. A full and rich curriculum, delivered to small classes by specialist teachers, ensures that every pupil achieves to the very best of their ability.
- Secondary School Day Programmes for 11-18 year olds
- Middle School
- Upper School
- Sixth Form
- Academic Curriculum offering subjects including English, math, science, history, geography, religious education, health and social education
- Vocational Curriculum consisting of drama, music and dance
Our curriculum is full and varied, allowing the pupils a rich and exciting educational experience as well as the opportunity to participate and enjoy a diverse and exciting array of performance areas
- Middle School
- Upper School
- Sixth Form
- Academic Curriculum offering subjects including English, math, science, history, geography, religious education, health and social education
- Vocational Curriculum consisting of drama, music and dance
Our curriculum is full and varied, allowing the pupils a rich and exciting educational experience as well as the opportunity to participate and enjoy a diverse and exciting array of performance areas
Northwood Preparatory School, London
Courses / Programs
Northwood Prep. occupies an historic site and is conveniently situated near Watford and Rickmansworth, with easy access from major motorways, central London and is also well served by main and tube lines and bus routes. The school is divided into 3 sections: Nursery School (boys and girls age 3+) Little Terry's;Junior School (boys ages 4-7), includes Reception; Senior School (boys ages 7-13). We seek to develop character and a right sense of values. We aim not only to deliver high levels of teaching and learning, but also to cater for the needs of each pupil.
Nursery School for boys & girls, Junior School for boys, Senior School for boys. We offer 14 National Curriculum subjects and preparation for 13+ exams.
Lostock Playschool, Bolton
Courses / Programs
Lostock Playschool, located in Bolton, Greater Manchester, UK, is a Preschool offering childcare for children aged 2 1/2 to 5 years old. Our Preschool provides structured learning through play in a safe, fun, stimulating and caring environment. The Playgroup follows the guide lines as set out in the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework which is a Statutory Framework for the Early Years Learning and sets the standards for development and care for children from birth to five years. Our qualified staff are dedicated and passionate about childcare and pride themselves on close relationships with the children and parents. Lostock Playschool is fully Ofsted inspected.
Childcare for children aged 2 ½ to 5 years old
Our curriculum covers the six areas of learning and development:
- Personal, Social and Emotional
- Communication, Language and Literacy
- Problem Solving, Reasoning and Numeracy
- Knowledge and Understanding
- Physical
- Creative
Our curriculum covers the six areas of learning and development:
- Personal, Social and Emotional
- Communication, Language and Literacy
- Problem Solving, Reasoning and Numeracy
- Knowledge and Understanding
- Physical
- Creative
Stowe School, London
Courses / Programs
Stowe School is a co-educational independent boarding school in Buckingham, just one hour north of London in the heart of the English countryside. The School enjoys a national reputation and attracts pupils from across the UK; a further 10% of its pupils are international. Nearly 90% of pupils enjoy full boarding, but the School also welcomes over 70 day pupils from nearby towns and villages. We are a wonderful school in the most sublime setting which celebrates youth rather than stifling it. Stowe embodies the English Enlightenment and its ethos continues to be shaped by the people who teach and learn here. We offer an inspiring environment for the education of boys and girls aged thirteen to eighteen in the firm belief that every one of them has the potential for excellence waiting to be unearthed and burnished – the jewel within. Through teaching of the highest calibre, Stoics are encouraged to think for themselves, challenge conventional orthodoxies and pursue their own enthusiasms. They rejoice in the differences that exist between them – intellectually, in sporting prowess and in artistic and creative achievements.
Lower School (3rd-5th Form); Upper School (from 6th Form).
* Pupils are encouraged to make the most of their academic abilities.
* Through discussion and guidance from their tutors, they are set targets and given a clear understanding of our expectations.
* Subjects include English, math, social studies, science as well as a wide range of artistic and creative subjects such as art, music, design, drama and theatre.
* Pupils are encouraged to make the most of their academic abilities.
* Through discussion and guidance from their tutors, they are set targets and given a clear understanding of our expectations.
* Subjects include English, math, social studies, science as well as a wide range of artistic and creative subjects such as art, music, design, drama and theatre.
Thomas´s London Day Schools
Courses / Programs
Thomas's London Day Schools are a group of family run, co-educational schools for children from the ages of two and a half to thirteen. We offer first class Kindergarten, Lower, Middle and Upper School education in our preparatory schools throughout London. Thomas's educates over 1,850 children in Battersea, Clapham, Fulham and Kensington, with two Kindergartens, in Battersea and Pimlico. Children are taught from the age of two and a half up to senior school entry at the age of eleven or thirteen. After kindergarten, children join their preparatory schools at the age of four. Pupils from Thomas's, Kensington and Thomas's, Fulham may transfer to Thomas's, Battersea or Thomas's, Clapham at the age of eleven. In these exploratory years, we offer a broad curriculum covering a wide range of subjects and skills so that by the time they leave us our pupils will have begun to identify individual areas of talent. Thus, in a positive and stimulating environment we ensure that each child achieves the best academic results of which he or she is capable.
Kindergarten Program; Lower School Program (Age 4 to 7); Middle School Program (Age 7 to 10); Upper School Program (Age 10 to 13). Our broad curriculum gives the pupils, during their formative years, the opportunity to explore a wide range of subjects and skills. French, Music, Drama, Art, Pottery, Ballet and PE are taught by specialist teachers.