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Private School in Manchester, UK
Abbotsford Preparatory School:
Abbotsford Preparatory School is a co-educational independent day school for children aged 2 ½ up to 11 years. We are located in Urmston, Metropolitan Borough of Trafford, Greater Manchester area, north west England and have nursery, infant and junior departments. At Abbotsford each pupil is encouraged and supported in a caring, disciplined and happy community. We set high academic standards and offer a broad curriculum throughout the school. Abbotsford Preparatory School is a member of the GEMS family of schools. GEMS managed schools consistently attain high standards of academic achievement.
GEMS students have gained admission to some of the world’s most prestigious universities including University of Oxford, University of Cambridge and University College of London in England; New York University, Boston University, Columbia University and Yale University in the US. Abbotsford Preparatory School will provide your child with the opportunities to develop their all-round potential through a rich and stimulating curriculum combined with a wide range of extra-curricular activities leaving you confident, knowing that your child will flourish.
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Location and Facilities:
The school is located on Flixton Road in Urmston, Manchester. It is easily accessible from Junction 9 and Junction 10 of the M60 motorway
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School Transport - Abbotsford
The school operates a minibus transport service in the mornings and the evenings. This operates along the following routes.
Morning minibus route
Leave School 7.15am Flixton Rd, Carrington Rd, FLixton Rd, Manchester Rd, Warburton Rd, Bailey Lane. 7.30am Warburton Rd, Liverpool Rd. 7.45am Manchester Rd, Liverpool Rd, Excalibur Way, Cadishead Way, Liverpool Rd, Redclyffe Rd, Barton Dock Rd, Park Rd, Derbeyshire Rd, Victoria Rd. 8.20am School Rd, Cyprus Street, Derbeyshire Rd, Chester Rd, Davyholme Rd East, Park Rd, Derbeyshire Lane, Humphrey Lane, Rock Rd, Blinko Rd. 8.40am Stretford Rd, Church Rd, Chassen Rd. 8.50am Flixton Rd, Irlam Rd, Woodsend Rd. 8.55am Fox & Hounds Public House, Woodsend Rd, Irlam Rd, Flixton Rd. School 9.00am.
Evening minibus route
Leave School 3.40pm Flixton Rd, Irlam Rd, Woodsend Rd, Davyhulme Rd, Nagshead Circle, Croftsbank Rd, Winchester Rd, Mossvale Rd, Bradfield Rd, Humphrey Lane, Rock Rd, Blinko rd, Stretford Rd, Urmston Lane, Kingsway, Arndale Centre, Kingsway, Chester Rd. 4.10pm Davyhulme Rd East, Park Rd, Barton Dock Rd, Redclyffe Rd, Barton Road, Liverpool Rd, New Lane. 4.30pm Liverpool Rd, Ferryhill Rd, Broadway, Riverside Rd. 4.45pm Broadway, Liverpool Rd, Back to School.
Extra route for additional children
Liverpool Rd, Cadishead Way, Fairhill Rd, Liverpool Rd, Astley Rd, Macdonald Rd, Cadishead School. 4.50pm Back to School, or Liverpool Rd, Manchester Rd, Back to School.
School / Office Address:
Urmston, 211 Flixton Road
Manchester
England
UK / GB
Manchester
England
UK / GB
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Moreton Hall Prep School
Courses / Programs
Moreton Hall Prep School is a co-educational, private, junior school for boys and girls from Nursery through to Prep school (ages 3-13), offering boarding (ages 7-13) and day facilities (ages 3-13). It is located in Bury St Edmunds, a town in the county of Suffolk in the south-east of England, approximately 90 minutes north-east of London and 30 minutes east of Cambridge.Our small school size but spacious surroundings allow us to look after each boy or girl as an individual in an environment they find both understanding and supportive. Our class sizes ensure that overseas students integrate fully and receive an educational experience they enjoy while they are with us, and value afterwards.
Each boy and girl is a welcome member of our family for who they are; no-one needs to be worried about being overlooked, misunderstood or side-lined. This inclusiveness is at the heart of our school’s strength.
After all, good teaching depends and thrives upon the quality of the relationship between teacher and student. The better they understand each other, the more the rapport is tailored at a personal level, the more fruitful and lasting are the educational gains.
Nursery School:
- Facilitates children from 2 yrs, 8 months to 4 yrs of age.
Pre-Prep School:
- Structured into a four-year course which provides a sound basis for the next stage of schooling.
Prep School:
- The Prep School is formed of Years 3 through to 8 (and we call them Transition, then Forms 4,5,6,7 and 8).
Boarding School:
- Well-established boarding facility for boys and girls
- Boarding may be ‘full', “weekly” or on a “flexible” nightly basis
- Facilitates children from 2 yrs, 8 months to 4 yrs of age.
Pre-Prep School:
- Structured into a four-year course which provides a sound basis for the next stage of schooling.
Prep School:
- The Prep School is formed of Years 3 through to 8 (and we call them Transition, then Forms 4,5,6,7 and 8).
Boarding School:
- Well-established boarding facility for boys and girls
- Boarding may be ‘full', “weekly” or on a “flexible” nightly basis
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.
Oxford International Study Centre, Oxford
Courses / Programs
Oxford International Study Centre is a well-established pre-university college situated in a beautiful building in the centre of Oxford, just one hour north of London. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation in preparing students for their A-Levels and GCSEs and also for University Entrance. Programmes include: Pre-Boarding school; Pre-University; English Language; Training for Companies (taught in the University and involving guest speakers from the University and Business); Study Abroad programmes; Vacation programmes, and Programmes for university students.OISC has a grade one inspection report (“exceeds expectations” ) of the Independent Schools Inspectorate, which is an approved educational oversight body authorised by the UKVI. OISC is an associate member of the European Council of International Schools.
The teachers and trainers at OISC are from leading universities, including Oxford and Cambridge, and have many years’ experience of teaching international students and professional clients. The vast majority of our students who are applying to University gain a place at their first or second choice institution, and the pass rate for IELTS is 100%
Pre-University Academic / Language Courses:
- Year round English Language Courses
- Pre-Boarding School & Guardianship
- Pre-University (A Level & GCSE)
- University Foundation Programme
- Oxford & Cambridge University Entrance
- Gap Year / Study Abroad Programmes
Autumn and Winter Revision Programmes:
- A-Level and (I)GCSE
- UCAS + Personal Statement advice
- Preparation for Oxford and Cambridge
Interview Practice & Guidance:
- Entrance tests – LNAT, BMAT etc.
- International Baccalaureate
- Year round English Language Courses
- Pre-Boarding School & Guardianship
- Pre-University (A Level & GCSE)
- University Foundation Programme
- Oxford & Cambridge University Entrance
- Gap Year / Study Abroad Programmes
Autumn and Winter Revision Programmes:
- A-Level and (I)GCSE
- UCAS + Personal Statement advice
- Preparation for Oxford and Cambridge
Interview Practice & Guidance:
- Entrance tests – LNAT, BMAT etc.
- International Baccalaureate
Rochester Independent College, Kent
Courses / Programs
Rochester Independent College, in the County of Kent, just east of London, offers a distinctive alternative to a conventional sixth form and a stepping stone between school and university. Established in 1984, we accept day students from the age of 11. Boarding is available for A-level students and Year 11 students on GCSE courses who are aged 16 or older.
Students come to us from all over the UK and the world, as well as the local area. There are no bells ringing, no uniforms and everybody is on first name terms. The College has an atmosphere closer to university than school where students are treated as young adults.
About 65 of the College's 280 students are boarders. Our Halls combine the informality of a university residence with the supervision and pastoral support appropriate for young adults.
The College offers students the opportunity to thrive in an atmosphere of managed independence and acts as a stepping stone between school and university.
Our focus is on examination success in a lively, supportive and informal atmosphere. Students are encouraged to be themselves and achieve exam results that often exceed their expectations. Rochester Independent College is accredited by the ISC (Independent Schools Council).
Co-educational Secondary School Program for boys & girls ages 11 and up:
- Day Programs (ages 11 and up)
- Full Boarding Program (ages 16 and up)
- One or two-year GCSE courses in the Lower School
- One or two-year A-level courses in Sixth Form
- Retake programs – GCSE and A level
- Medical, Dental and Vet Science Programs
- Visual and Creative Art courses
- Film and Media Studies
- English as a Foreign Language (EFL)
- Day Programs (ages 11 and up)
- Full Boarding Program (ages 16 and up)
- One or two-year GCSE courses in the Lower School
- One or two-year A-level courses in Sixth Form
- Retake programs – GCSE and A level
- Medical, Dental and Vet Science Programs
- Visual and Creative Art courses
- Film and Media Studies
- English as a Foreign Language (EFL)
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.
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.