Beachborough School A GSG School
- Beachborough School
Westbury
Brackley
Northamptonshire
NN13 5LB - Head: Mrs Simone Mitchell
- T 01280 700071
- F 01280 704839
- E r.butler@beachborough.com
- W www.beachborough.com
- An independent school for boys and girls aged from 2 to 13.
- Read about the best schools in Buckinghamshire
- Boarding: Yes
- Local authority: Buckinghamshire
- Pupils: 390
- Religion: Not Applicable
- Fees: Day £12,885 - £20,235 pa; Boarding + £45 - £55 per night
- Open days: Check school website to arrange an individual tour.
- Review: View The Good Schools Guide Review
- Ofsted report: View the Ofsted report
- ISI report: View the ISI report
What The Good Schools Guide says..
From learning groups named after famous scientists and astronomers to the beautifully designed TED centre opened in 2017 (all glass, steel and daylight), equipped with a laser cutter, 3D printers, a vacuum former and other kit more usually found in secondary schools, the enthusiasm for science and technology is palpable. Connections with the local motor industry are fully utilised – a Formula One fan on the staff and parent in the trade jointly run the Goblin Car Club, for example, in which year 5s and 6s design, build, wire, market and race an electric car. How could any child resist? The five-year plan now is to…
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
Head
Since September 2023, Simone Mitchell, previously head of Swanbourne House School. Did her training as English teacher at Exeter University, followed by a master’s in educational leadership at University of Buckingham, where she has been an external tutor and lectured on their PGCE courses.
Entrance
Entry is usually in nursery or reception, with years 3 and 5 other natural points of entry, if there is room (and sometimes there isn’t). Every applicant comes for a taster day and children with learning support needs will be assessed against their cohort ‘to decide if we can meet a need or not’, says the learning support deputy.
School describes itself as ‘broadly non-selective, but we do some light touch assessment’. This includes written assessments for any child applying to join in reception or above.
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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 | |
| 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 |
Leavers' destinations
| School | Year | Places | Scholarships | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloxham School | 2023 | 14 | 9 | Sport x 4, Academic x 2, Art x 2, Design Technology x 1 |
| Stowe School | 2023 | 13 | 11 | Sport x 4, Drama x 1, Roxburgh x 1, Stephan Award x 2, Equestrian x 1, Design x 2. |
| Rugby School | 2023 | 2 | 1 | Design and Technology x 1 |
| Millfield School | 2023 | 1 | 1 | 1x Sports |
| Uppingham School | 2023 | 1 | 1 | 1 x Sports |
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