Sevenoaks School was founded in 1432 by William Sevenoke . In 2032 , we will turn 600 years old , and our Sevenoaks 600 strategy outlines our ambitions for the coming decade .
Sevenoaks 600 is a renewal of our Founder ’ s legacy , which remains an inspiration for educators today .
We will continue to empower students from a wide range of backgrounds with the knowledge , understanding and confidence to flourish and make a difference . I know that the Sennockians of today will go on to help create a better and more peaceful world .
Our newest boarding house , Aisher , won a RIBA National Award 2022 for architecture , recognising it as one of the 30 best new buildings in the country and taking special note of its sustainability . Meanwhile , our new girls ’ boarding house is well under way , and we are looking forward to its opening in September 2023 . Designed to blend in with its leafy environment , the house will enjoy a natural and homely setting near Aisher , Park Grange and the International Centre .
Our Director of the Institute of Service and Partnerships was shortlisted for the Varkey Foundation ’ s Global Teacher Prize in partnership with UNESCO . Cat Davison was one of just two teachers in England to make the shortlist of 50 out of over 8000 nominees from 121 countries . She was selected for her creation of innovative curricula that apply critical thinking and ethics to action and her inspiring leadership of student service , community and partnership projects .
The passion , dedication and creativity of our teachers is the cornerstone of what makes Sevenoaks great . I extend my thanks to all our staff for their commitment and hard work in everything they do .
Alongside enhancing our superb education , over the next ten years we will focus on widening access to Sevenoaks School with more free and assisted places . From next year we will be making all financial assistance means-tested , including scholarships .
We will also nurture partnerships with other leading IB schools and maintain our distinctive global outlook .
Finally , we aim to become a carbon net zero school . Through responsible and sustainable action , we will make a positive impact on local and global environments and engage with our students on this journey .
This school is already known as intellectually curious , pioneering and inclusive . Sevenoaks 600 will keep this exceptional place of learning at the forefront of innovation and inclusivity .
One of the greatest strengths of Sevenoaks is our restlessness : this is a wonderful school , and yet we are all determined to make it even better .
The journey to 2032 is an exciting time and I look forward to sharing more about these plans with you .
Welcome to Sevenoaks 600 .
I am immensely proud of Sevenoaks School and what we achieve together . I am also ambitious for the future .
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