Boys with a range of ability levels are accepted, however, the academic standard is such that the boys can reach the entry requirements of various senior schools (both day and boarding) at 13+. It is important that boys attending Aldwickbury can participate in, and benefit from, the balanced and broad curriculum. The boys should be willing to contribute to, and be involved with, what is offered both inside and outside the classroom. Aldwickbury has strong traditions of involvement in many areas outside of the curriculum all of which are important in developing well-balanced, confident individuals and parents should be supportive of this ethos.
All places at Aldwickbury are offered at the discretion of the Headmaster, and there are certain preconditions of entry. These are listed below:
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The applicant’s family will support our ethos and objectives and will abide by the terms and conditions
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The applicant is of the appropriate age and maturity
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The applicant should enjoy satisfactory health enabling him to attend lessons and participate fully in all aspects of life at Aldwickbury
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Within the constraints of the normal operation, Aldwickbury is able to provide adequate support that may be needed by a boy such that he can benefit from the education available.
All boys must meet certain criteria, and these are listed below:
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All boys must have a competent grasp of the basic skills at a level appropriate to their age
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All boys beyond Reception will be assessed in order to ensure that they will be able to engage with our curriculum and style of education
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A report from the current school, if applicable, will be required and should include comments on the applicant’s academic ability, talents, interests, attitude, behaviour and any other special circumstances which may be relevant
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Any reports that relate to a boy’s specific needs (including Educational Psychologist, Medical or Speech and Language) should be given to the school at the assessment stage
Assessment dates for an applicant are arranged individually and in consultation with parents.
Transfer through the school will be automatic unless a boy is struggling to engage with the increasing demands of higher years or is unable to meet the expectations set out in our Promoting Positive Behaviour policy. In such a situation, there will be extensive consultations with parents.