Beachborough School A GSG School
- Beachborough School
Westbury
Brackley
Northamptonshire
NN13 5LB - Head: Mr Jeremy Banks
- T 01280 700071
- F 01280 704839
- E office@beachborough.com
- W www.beachborough.com
- A mainstream independent school for pupils aged from 2 to 13
- Boarding: Yes
- Local authority: Buckinghamshire
- Pupils: 340
- Religion: Not Applicable
- Fees: Day £10,236 - £16,074 pa; Boarding + £28 - £30 per night
- Open days: March, June, October
- Review: View The Good Schools Guide Review
- ISI report: View the ISI report
What The Good Schools Guide says..
Happy, nurturing school with a family feel. Whilst in the past, it wasn’t considered highly academic, current head has brought in greater academic rigour, whilst maintaining an ethos of inclusivity so that those of all abilities shine. There’s a refreshing emphasis on displaying children’s artwork and there are practical touches like the fridge (albeit hidden behind tasteful built-in cupboards) by the front door so pupils can collect anything they’ve made in cookery lessons on their way home. Forest school means you’ll often see pupils taking classes outside...
What the school says...
For over a century Beachborough has provided a dynamic environment in which children can develop a real love of learning. The schools idyllic 30 acre grounds give children space and freedom to grow into confident individuals, who are prepared for senior school and life beyond.
Academic excellence is rewarded at Beachborough and our inclusive approach ensures children of all abilities are inspired and challenged. The childrens horizons are further broadened by an extensive range of musical, artistic, dramatic and sporting activities.
With our traditional moral values, excellent pastoral care and outstanding academic and sporting achievements, Beachborough enables all children to flourish. ...Read more
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What The Good Schools Guide says
Headmaster
Since 2013, Mr Jeremy Banks BA MA (40s), previously deputy head for seven years. Prior to Beachborough, he taught at Dulwich Prep London, where he was director of studies and housemaster. His own mother was a headteacher, and having realised relatively young that he too had a way with children, he subsequently did a degree in education studies and geography at Warwick University and a masters in educational leadership (distinction) at Buckingham. A very visible presence throughout the school, he is smiley, energetic and enthusiastic.
Married to Sophie, who is head of Beachborough's junior department, The Boardman. Also a Warwick graduate (education studies and music) and considered a strong female role model in the school. They have three daughters, all at the school.
Entrance
Main entry (non-selective) in September, but can and will...
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Special Education Needs
| Condition | Provision for in school |
|---|---|
| ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder | |
| Aspergers | |
| Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders | |
| CReSTeD registered for Dyslexia | |
| Dyscalculia | |
| Dysgraphia | |
| Dyslexia | |
| Dyspraxia | |
| English as an additional language (EAL) | |
| Genetic | |
| Has an entry in the Autism Services Directory | |
| Has SEN unit or class | Y |
| HI - Hearing Impairment | |
| Hospital School | |
| Mental health | |
| MLD - Moderate Learning Difficulty | |
| MSI - Multi-Sensory Impairment | |
| Natspec Specialist Colleges | |
| Not Applicable | |
| OTH - Other Difficulty/Disability | |
| Other SpLD - Specific Learning Difficulty | |
| PD - Physical Disability | |
| PMLD - Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulty | |
| SEMH - Social, Emotional and Mental Health | |
| SLCN - Speech, Language and Communication | |
| SLD - Severe Learning Difficulty | |
| Special facilities for Visually Impaired | |
| SpLD - Specific Learning Difficulty | |
| VI - Visual Impairment |
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