insideKENT Magazine Issue 143 - March 2024 | Page 180

EDUCATION

AN EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATION AT ST . ANDREW ’ S

ST . ANDREW ’ S IS AN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL WITH AN EXCEPTIONAL ACADEMIC AND PASTORAL REPUTATION . WE OFFER ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE , A TAILORED CURRICULUM , OUTSTANDING PASTORAL CARE AND A WIDE RANGE OF EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES , ALL OF WHICH PREPARE OUR PUPILS FOR THE CHALLENGES THEY WILL ENCOUNTER IN THE FUTURE . WE TAKE PRIDE IN OUR TRADITIONS , BUT WE ALSO EMBRACE INNOVATION AND CHANGE .
Our vibrant Infant School is always abuzz with purposeful activity , as we believe that young children learn best when they are motivated through active learning experiences .
Pupils are taught by a class teacher with support from a teaching assistant , with specialist teaching for selected subjects . Lessons take place through a combination of whole class learning , small group and individual work , ensuring that all pupils are appropriately challenged and supported to achieve their very best .
Reception pupils have the freedom to move around the inviting Early Years department , which includes three well-resourced classrooms , an exciting role-play area and a delightful Infant Library .
They enjoy regular off-site Forest School sessions in a stunning woodland environment , as well as exploring our wonderful outside area complete with climbing equipment , bikes and trikes , and a plethora of quality learning resources .
Our goal is to equip every child with the necessary skills to become a confident , enthusiastic and independent learner , preparing them for the engaging opportunities and experiences in our Junior School .
Joining the St . Andrew ’ s family starts with a tour , which we offer throughout the year , or you can join us for our next Open Morning on Wednesday 24 April 2024 .
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St . Andrew ’ s School is a coeducational Independent Day School for children aged two to eleven years , situated in Rochester , Kent . st-andrews . rochester . sch . uk | 01634 843473 | admissions @ st-andrews . rochester . sch . uk
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