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Welcome. Battle Abbey School is distinctively different. You will not come across a school quite like it. Uniquely small it has a real family feel and an ability to concentrate on the individual, so that he or she can be nurtured, monitored and tutored closely.

We believe in the children, in their right to think for themselves and express their opinions freely, in their latent talent, which can be developed in our unique surroundings. Our vision is for all pupils to develop their potential, in the belief that all have strengths and however different the strengths may be they are all equal in value. Pupils at Battle Abbey are justly proud of their school, and many quite simply love it.

The site occupied by the Senior School dates back to the beginning of modern British history, for it was at Battle that William the Conqueror defeated King Harold in 1066. Shortly afterwards William’s church was consecrated.

The Abbot’s house was built in the thirteenth century whilst a monastery grew up around the church. A substantial part of the main school building originates from that time, the most modern addition from the sixteenth century. At the time of the Reformation many of the Abbey buildings were destroyed but the Abbot’s house passed into private hands

The school took over the property in 1922 and has been in continuous occupation since that date. Generations of pupils have experienced a sense of privilege at being educated in such majestic surroundings.

In 1989 the all-girls school merged with Glengorse and Hydneye, a local Prep. School and, becoming coeducational, accepted pupils from kindergarten to university age. In 1995 following a merger with Charters Ancaster the school transferred its Prep School to a new site in Bexhill, adding a purpose-built Junior School, playing fields, six tennis courts and a magnificent indoor swimming pool to its facilities.

We believe that everyone has the ability to excel. We try very hard to find the area for each individual that leads to excellence and not just, of course, in the classroom. Academic success is something we value highly but we are proud of the achievements of our pupils in all fields.

What are the results like? These will differ from year to year but the minimum expectation of a pupil at Battle Abbey School is to take nine GCSEs and our success rate is far above the national average.

Entry to the Sixth Form is based on the assumption that all pupils will. Achieve at least the minimum requirement to matriculate for a British university. Many of our pupils achieve much, much more. With small classes we have high expectations and a high success rate.

How are these achieved? Small classes and excellent staff/pupil ratios provide the opportunity for meeting each child’s individual needs. Regular pupil profiling and careful monitoring allow for prompt extension or remediation in any area. Specialist teachers are in place from Year 4 at the Prep. School.

Close co-operation with parents is valued and there are regular consultation meetings.

When can I begin? You can enter at any age, with the school’s approval. We like to see you and consider records from your last school. To enter the Senior School from another school, you have to pass our entrance exam.

Continuity of education from the age of three to the end of the Sixth Form is one of our key attractions.

Performing before an audience and the preparation that lies behind it are life skills we consider to be very important. Effective communication lies at the heart of successful relationships in all aspects of our lives. The average Battle Abbey pupil quickly develops confidence, self-assurance and the ability to stand up and be counted.

When can I perform? Both Music and Drama exist as curriculum subjects and there are productions and concerts on a regular basis. Most pupils will have the chance to be in a play and all will be given the opportunity to learn a musical instrument.

Theatre Studies is a highly popular subject both at GCSE and at “A” Level. Speech and Drama lessons are optional activities as are lessons in ballet, modern and tap dancing. Houses stage assemblies each week and the school regularly trains teams for public speaking competitions.
The Abbot’s Hall and the Library offer our performers very special venues which are frequently sought by outside groups. These rooms are always available to our pupils who are also freely invited to

attend any entertainment staged by guest artistes. Regular theatre visits are a feature of school life.

Dance may be studied as a GCSE subject as well as being available as an option activity. Many of the shows which are staged involve choreographed dance items and the school takes part in local competitions as well.

A major strength of the school is known to be found in the art department. Top class results are regularly achieved and the excellent teaching is supplemented by regular trips to art galleries. We exhibit our work proudly. Both two dimensional and three dimensional art can be studied,as well as textiles, leading to two GCSEs and those interested in Art History may go on to study this at “A” Level, as well as ‘A’ Level Art. It begins at the Prep. School where children are introduced to a wide range of art media.

What if I don’t paint? Creativity is not confined to the Art Room. Pupils compose and play music and learn to co-operate in dance and drama. They are encouraged to think creatively, to broaden their vision and extend their minds in all areas; writing a poem in a quiet moment, working as a group to create sets, make-up and costumes for a drama production: solving a mathematical or scientific problem: composing a speech for a public speaking competition: planning an essay: creating friendships: creating opportunities.

Competition lies at the heart of much human endeavour and progress. You can compete against others or against yourself. We will encourage you to compete hard and achieve your best, not only compete in the classroom but in all areas of school life.

Will I be in a team? In a small school like BAS everyone has a chance to represent the school at sport. We offer expert coaching in all sports. Pupils with special talents may join outside clubs or seek membership of county squads. Matches are played mid week and on Saturdays. In addition, opportunities exist to play squash, volleyball and to trampoline, to weight train, and sail.

Basketball is a popular option and we are lucky to have a first-class indoor swimming pool. We use it extensively both for coaching and for recreational swimming. Pupils in the Senior School are coached by qualified specialists in their chosen sport each term, so that all pupils, not just the talented, receive the benefit of top quality instruction. Teams are trained after school in preparation for their matches.

We believe that everyone should have the chance to find out for themselves about the world and its place in the universe. We want them to experience some of the wonder and delight of scientific discovery.

How do students learn about science? Many ideas in science may be investigated by doing experiments in the laboratory. We have three modern labs, housed in the converted stable block and all equipped with the latest apparatus. Pupils are encourage to carry out their own practical work, extending their observational and investigative skills as they do so.

How is science organised here? We have labs for physics, chemistry and biology, all equipped to A-level standard. In years 7, 8 and 9 pupils take science as an integrated subject. After that they may specialise and study the three separate science subjects.

How about science in the sixth form? Students who have the interest and aptitude for A-level science will find their needs extremely well met by highly qualified and experienced teachers.

We believe that everyone should have the facilties to gain experience and skill with information technology and its applications.

How do students study ICT? Pupils use the whole-school network both in timetabled ICT lessons and as a facilitator in studying other subjects.

Our ICT suite has three servers and broadband internet access. There are workstations in all teaching rooms throughout the school.

Students are encouraged to use their own laptops in school. We have provided network access points to connect portable computers so that students may browse the Internet and access their own networked resources at any time. The school network is also always available at evenings and weekends. Boarders may use school workstations or laptops whenever they wish.

How about the Prep School? There is a school network with broadband internet access, specialist computer room and workstations for pupils to use in the library. ICT is integrated into schemes of work and assessment

Academic results are not the only measure of a good education. We believe in a rounded education and offer many opportunities outside of the classroom for growth, fun and development. Every evening after school there are activities which include sport practice, the Choir, the Concert Band, BasJazz, singing and instrumental lessons, the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme, ATC, horse riding, dance, gymnastics, play rehearsals, swimming, speech and drama. These activities are available for day pupils and boarders alike but extra activities are laid on for the boarders - cookery club, shopping excursions, cinema trips, bowling, walks and much else.

There are many trips out of school. Each year there is a ski trip and a trip to Germany and France. There are excursions in this country too. These may include field trips or visits to theatres in London or sports tours, and each year has a fun day once a year, when they choose a good destination.

All pupils benefit from the holistic approach to education on offer here. Our children develop as part of the school family and as individuals. They become confident young adults with a high level of social skills, aware of the importance of good conduct. They learn the rewards that are the result of hard work both in and out of the classroom. They learn to serve and think of others.

What’s it like in the sixth form? The Sixth Form pupils have a range of different privileges suited to their age. They do not wear a uniform but are expected to dress smartly. They have their own Common Room and Study Room. They are encouraged to take on more responsibility for their own learning so that they can develop the habits of study they will need later at university. Positions of authority within the school allow them to acquire qualities of leadership.

Our most senior prefects are called School Guardians. In a normal year there would be only one or two. There are four Heads of Houses and school prefects called ‘Bronzes’. House prefects are called ‘Stars’. It is rare that a sixth former does not assume some form of responsibility within the school.

There are are eighteen different A and AS courses to choose from. We expect that potential Sixth Formers have a minimum of six passes at grade C or above and will have achieved a B grade at GCSE in their chosen subjects.

Courses available are: English, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, French, German, History, Geography, I.T., Art, Textiles, Art History, Ph Ed, Music, Business Studies.

What should I do if I have a problem? At Battle Abbey,Star, Bronze (School prefect) or boarding prefect will be able to help you with your problems. We know that many students prefer to go to another young person for help, and so a Peer Support system has been established. Peer Supporters are Sixth Formers who have expressed a particular interest in looking after younger students in the school. Many of them are Stars and Bronzes and all have participated in a training programme designed to help them become attentive listeners and skilled communicators. A member of staff supervises the work they do with younger students, but nonetheless it is confidential. You can therefore go to Supporters with the knowledge that they are trusted students who have your welfare and happiness very clear in mind.

Almost all of our Upper Sixth Formers go off to University or Art College. Careful career and university guidance steers them in the right direction. Suitable selection of the most appropriate courses is achieved following detailed analytical testing and consultation. The school’s Careers Counsellor works closely with each individual.

Choosing the right university and the right course is vital. The school provides skilled help to steer students toward the right decisions. This starts with a visit to a university ‘fair’, followed by meetings and teaching sessions. Guidance is given every step of the way. There is a school career’s counsellor as well as the services of the Sussex Careers Service to support the work and advice of the home team.

An opportunity to belong. Day pupils and boarders' enjoy close relationships in this family school. Day pupils often board for a few nights and share a room with their friends. Boarding is fun. Your friends are there and there is plenty of time in the evenings for relaxation and activities after Prep.

During the weekends you will be free to enjoy trampolining in the Abbot’s Hall, toasting marshmallows round the fire, an impromptu game of football on the floodlit Astro. There is volleyball in the Summer, reading in the library, pianos round every corner, a quiet part of this beautiful building to chat with your friends,

curling up in front of the TV to watch a favourite video, rollerblading, a whole host of weekend excursions, tea and toast before bed (a Battle Abbey institution) and much else...

Older children board in the Abbot’s House; boys and girls have spacious, well-furnished bedrooms, in different wings, which they share with two or three others, while some Sixth Formers have single rooms. Various communal rooms allow the boarders to come together. The Head of Boarding is assisted by his wife and the Headmaster.

A team of matrons look after the boarders welfare and health and the school doctors visit several times a week. Deep and lasting friendships are formed and developed in this intimate family environment.

Will I have to do what I’m told? Yes! There always needs to be order in any community but the relationships that exist between pupils and the adults are excellent. The discipline of the school is based on mutual respect and thinking about others first.

Battle Abbey School has a long tradition of welcoming students from all over the world. Extra lessons in English are available and students are prepared for IGCSE English and/or the IOLTS examination conducted by the University of Cambridge. In recent years we have had students from France, Germany, Spain, Denmark, the United States of America, Russia, Moldova, Hong Kong, Korea, Taiwan and Australia.

What will boarding be like? The Junior Boarding House for our youngest boarders stands right next to the Headmaster’s House. Here children share bedrooms with one or two others and boys and girls enjoy the family sitting rooms, a garden and a small adventure area. The house parents and a female student live in the house with the children and create with them a second home. The Head of the Prep School, the Headmaster’s wife, joins in the life of the large family next door.

Education should not be a drudge. It should be an exciting experience. Our ethos is based firmly on the over-riding aim to provide a stimulating environment in which children can develop a love of learning, and see it as a pleasure rather than a chore to be endured. We are constantly investigating different ways of providing this.

The structure of the school, and our small classes, allow us to provide the care and attention that each child needs to develop individual areas of talent, and to enjoy the confidence that success breeds. To that end we offer a broad-based curriculum and a variety of after-school activities.

We seek to provide a happy environment. The able child will not be happy unless challenged, and the less able child will not be happy unless well supported and encouraged. It is a natural blend of a caring, family atmosphere and a sense of purpose.

We are the junior department of Battle Abbey School and the vast majority of our pupils gain automatic entry to the senior school, which shares our fundamental philosophy of education, and justifiably boasts excellent examination results. We are proud of our school and consider that every day should be an Open Day – an opportunity for prospective parents and pupils to visit us, and see for themselves how a normal day runs. We extend a warm welcome to you.

The Nursery Department comprises a Kindergarten and Reception class. These are spacious and well-equiped areas run by full-time, experienced and well-trained staff. The Reception class is run by a fully trained teacher.

When can I start? You can enter the Preparatory school in the Nursery Department when you are two and a half and ‘dry’. The sessions in the kindergarten are very flexible, designed to ease children into the routines of school life. By Reception, at the age of 4, children confidently stay each day until 3.30pm. Emphasis is placed on the early acquisition of essential literacy and numeracy skills and children enjoy a wide range of other activities, investigative, creative, and physical.

The Prep School site is in Bexhill on Sea, a short drive from Battle, where it is housed in a large Edwardian building with bright, spacious classrooms, an attractive dining hall and a purpose built hall / gymnasium. It has an impressive IT suite with the latest technology and computers in every classroom.

To the rear of the building there is a large playground area with a range of adventure playground apparatus. To the side of the building there is a large sports field, six tennis courts, netball courts and hard hockey surface. Beyond that is a splendid 25 metre indoor heated swimming pool. So you can see that, although we are a small school, our facilities are impressive!

We have a Junior boarding house, Westnedge, which stands across the Abbey grounds, next to the Headteacher’s family home. It offers well-staffed care and home comforts. You can be a full boarder, a weekly boarder or enjoy occasional boarding.

At Key Stage 1 children have two double lessons of swimming each week and quickly become confident swimmers. They also have two double lessons of games and one of music and movement.

At Key Stage 2 children have a double lesson of sport every day. Two days a week this session is swimming. On the other three days children are introduced to, and coached in, a variety of sports including netball, hockey, football, tennis, cricket, rounders, athletics and gymnastics.

Academically, you will follow a curriculum which prepares you for KS2 tests and is broad enough to challenge you in areas of drama, art,sport and music.A child who is well-taught and learns to enjoy learning will fulfil its potential both inside and out of the classroom, will learn to think for itself and develop as an individual whilst understanding its place in the world.

What will broaden my horizons? From Year 3 that curriculum will introduce you to French, I.T, Drama, Art, Music, Swimming and Sports and you will learn the valuable skill of touch typing. There is also a range of after school activities including dance, choir, art and craft, chess, instrumental music, IT and a range of extra sports coaching.

Legendary entertainer Rolf Harris will headline an exciting outdoor concert this summer in the stunning historical grounds of Battle Abbey School. The Australian-born star of TV is in high demand on the concert circuit and indeed wowed the crowds at Glastonbury with his famous songs, humour and of course the famous didgeridoo. It will be his first appearance in Battle, East Sussex. Harris and his band of musicians will entertain the audience in a spectacular one-off performance on Saturday 25 th June, with songs and music.

The Concert commences at 7.45 p.m., although the Abbey gates will open from 6.30 p.m. with guests encouraged to bring a picnic. In addition to the concert the event will feature a licensed bar with soft drinks and snacks available.

Securing Rolf Harris is a real coup for the Town and looks set to be a truly magical evening for Battle, being performed in a unique and atmospheric setting.

The evening will have something for every age group and promises to be a memorable evening for the whole family.

The venue is to the east side of Battle Abbey with its breathtaking views of the 1066 Battlefield and the ancient Abbey. There is ample parking nearby and the wonderful outside auditorium is just a few steps from Battle High Street. Battle railway station with frequent main line rains from London Charing Cross is just a few minutes walk to the Abbey and there are numerous accommodation establishments in the vicinity.

Tickets are available on Ticket Hotline tel. no. 08700 600100, or online at www.Ticketweb.co.uk . Admission will be £27.50 for adults, £15.00 for under 16's and a special family ticket for 2 adults and 2 children at £75.00.

On May 5 the Year7 and Year 8 French Trip went once more to Maison Claremont in St Omer. The fastest route is through the tunnel. Pupils visits had a historical theme. They visited first the battlefield at Azincourt, the site of a great English victory. From here they went on to Bagatelle, a theme park near Le Touquet. This may well be a firm favourite on every French trip from now on! The market at St Omer is also a firm favourite - pupils bought various treats, including cherries and giant gobstoppers. Pupils showed a lot of interest in the cathedral, and many lit candles'

There will be an expedition to Kenya, East Africa next summer. Pupils will be involved in a building project at a local school in Kirimun. The local community are traditionally Masai and consider education to be their most important asset. They are a very poor community but very rich in tradition. It is a joint project between two school communities where both sides will fundraise and build. Pupils will camp during the expedition, barter for food at local markets and cook for themselves. There will be opportunity for adventure such as a camel safari, a canoe trip and walking in the foothills of Mt Kenya.

‘Friends of Battle Abbey School’ are a group of parents and teachers who are interested in encouraging close, friendly co-operation between parents and the school and to raise funds to provide additional amenities for the school.

They hold several events throughout the year including a family Barn Dance, the Summer Ball, a Quiz Night and a Christmas Fayre at the Prep School.

Recent gifts from FOBAS to the school are a specialist computer and Design software for the Art department, new cricket nets, chess sets for the chess club, make up for the Drama department, Pot Lacross and Boxercise equipment for the PE department.

BAFPA – Battle Abbey Former Pupils Association keeps former pupils in touch with each other and the school. A Founders Day service is held every year on the first Saturday in October in St. Mary’s Church, Battle, followed by tea in the Abbey. Archive photographs are on display in the library on this occasion In 2003 the guest speaker was Monica Steward, who retired as Deputy Head after 31years service. Many former pupils and staff returned to Battle Abbey and had a great time catching up on their news and reliving old memories! In the picture below Monica is photographed with Miss Parker, Mr. Teall and Mr. Clark, the three Head teachers she served with during her long career at the school.

Last year the tribute to the school was made by Sarah and Hannah Mercer, who both attributed their success as career women to the grounding received at the Abbey. Sarah was at the school during the 1980s and is a very successful freelance translator, having specialised in legal work in German. Hannah, who joined in the late 80s and left in 1995, studied accountancy at University but is now a professional actress.

A Newsletter is published annually in July with news of former pupils, which is available at a minimal cost of £2 per year. The 2004 school magazine is in stock. This costs £5, but is free to paid up subscription members. Please call the school office if you would like a copy.

For further information regarding BAFPA, please contact BAFPA Secretary at the school or click here to e-mail BAFPA.

There is a reunion website containing news from many former pupils as well as the Friends Reunited site which can be found at:

STOP PRESS.............A group of 1969 leavers led by Alex Buckwell (née Walenta) Shirley Crowther and Eve Bennett (née Goding) are planning to have a reunion on Founders' Day which this year takes place on Saturday October 1st. Anyone interested in joining this reunion can contact Shirley via email: gallery@jointurestudios.co.uk or telephone 01424 772385 and leave your name and telephone number for Mrs. Steward who will put you in touch with Shirley.

The School has had a successful history since 1922 and there is a great dynamism about today’s school as we move into the 21st century. Pupil numbers in both locations have increased by an impressive 40% and with 275 pupils we are close to our maximum. We have made substantial progress following the outright purchase of the Prep School at Bexhill three years ago. The Governors have invested a total of £1,700,000 in equipment and buildings at both the Prep School and at the Abbey. Computers, new furniture in every boarding bedroom and a brand new roof at Bexhill are examples. Most significant of all developments is the splendid new Art Block at the Abbey, which is the first phase in a planned programme of new buildings. The Governors are keen to keep the momentum going and have outline planning permission for a four-room Performing Arts Centre, which will include a small theatre. Developments at the Prep School will involve a new Art Studio above the Dining room and improving the outside play area. In order to achieve these aims within the next two years, we need to raise the finance from our many friends and those who have an interest in the future of the school. Major capital projects of this kind cannot be funded out of fee income by such a small school and so, for the first time, we are seeking support for an appeal which will help us to move rapidly forward.

If you are able to help or would like to make a donation, please contact the Appeal Office at Battle Abbey School.

INFORMATION

Travel arrangements - beginning of Term
Boarders arrive at Battle Abbey between 2.00 pm and 4.00 pm on the day before school begins. It is appreciated if parents who bring their children by car assist them to unpack before leaving.
Weekly Boarders: Weekly boarders may go home each Friday when their lessons end (4.10 pm) and return each Sunday by 8.00 pm (If returning after school supper, usually 6.30 pm, they will need to have had supper before returning to school.)
WEEKLY BOARDERS WITH WEEKEND COMMITMENTS (MATCHES, REHEARSALS ETC.) MUST EITHER DELAY THEIR DEPARTURE, RETURN EARLY, OR COME IN FOR THE PERIOD REQUIRED.
Exeats: SUBJECT TO THE FULFILMENT OF THEIR WEEKEND COMMITMENTS, full boarders may take Exeats at the discretion of Mr Clark or Mr/Mrs Ansar-Carver. Arrangements for Exeats must be agreed between a pupil and Mr Clark or Mr/Mrs Ansar-Carver, as appropriate, by the preceding Wednesday. Confirmation by the pupil's parents or guardians will be required if public transport is involved or the arrangement involves an overnight stay other than with the pupil's parent(s) or guardian(s). In such cases we will also need confirmation of the invitation from the person concerned. Pupils should return by supper time, usually 6.30 pm, unless alternative arrangements have been made with Mr Carver. NO PUPIL BELOW YEAR 9 MAY TRAVEL TO OR FROM AN EXEAT ON PUBLIC TRANSPORT UNLESS ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.
Travel arrangements - end of Term
Boarders must travel home at the end of each term on the Boarders' Travelling Day specified. However, boarders whose parents attend the Carol Service (Autumn Term) may go home with them thereafter.
Travel Forms:
Travel forms are sent to the parents, and, where appropriate, guardians of all boarders. These forms, one for half-term and one for the end of term, should be completed and returned not less than two weeks before the day of departure.
PARENTS WISHING THE SCHOOL TO MAKE SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS (e.g. FLIGHTS ABROAD, TAXIS etc.) ARE ASKED TO SEND THE TRAVEL FORM WELL IN ADVANCE.
Uniform:
Pupils travel to and from school in uniform. This rule is waived for Exeats and half-terms provided the pupils are collected from and returned to school by private car.

SUMMER TERM 2005
Boarders arrive: 2.00pm to 4.00pm Sunday, 17 th April
School begins: 8.30am Monday, 18 th April
PARENT/TEACHER MEETINGS WILL BE HELD FOR THE PARENTS OF ALL PUPILS BUT WE WOULD ESPECIALLY LIKE TO SEE THE PARENTS OF YR 9 & 11 TO DISCUSS GCSE's AND AS/A LEVEL OPTIONS DURING THE WEEK BEGINNING Monday, 23rd May
Half-term begins: 4.10pm Friday, 27 th May
Boarders return: 6.00pm to 8.00pm Sunday, 5 th June
School resumes: 8.30am Monday, 6 th June
SPEECH DAY Parents invited from 10.00 am Saturday, 9 th July
Term ends: 4.00pm (approx) Saturday, 9 th July

Provisional Calendar for Academic Year 2005/2006

AUTUMN TERM 2005
Boarders arrive: 2.00pm to 4.00pm Sunday, 4 th September
School begins: 8.30am Monday, 5 th September
FOUNDERS' DAY SERVICE: 2.30pm Saturday, 1 st October
PARENT/TEACHER MEETINGS WILL BE HELD FOR THE PARENTS OF ALL PUPILS BUT WE WOULD ESPECIALLY LIKE TO SEE THE PARENTS OF NEW PUPILS DURING THE WEEK BEGINNING Monday, 17 th October
Half-term begins: 4.10pm Friday, 21 st October
Boarders return: 6.00pm to 8.00pm Sunday, 30 th October
School resumes: 8.30am Monday, 31st October
CAROL SERVICE: 2.30pm in St Mary's Church Friday, 9 th December
Term ends: 4.00pm (approx) Friday, 9 th December
Boarders' Travelling Day: Saturday, 10 th December

SPRING TERM 2006
Boarders arrive: 2.00pm to 4.00pm Sunday, 8 th January
School begins: 8.30am Monday, 9 th January
PARENT/TEACHER MEETINGS WILL BE HELD FOR THE PARENTS OF ALL PUPILS BUT WE WOULD ESPECIALLY LIKE TO SEE THE PARENTS OF YRS 11, 12 AND 13 TO REVIEW MOCK EXAM RESULTS DURING THE WEEK BEGINNING Monday, 6 th February
Half-term begins: 4.10pm Friday, 10 th February
Boarders return: 6.00pm to 8.00pm Sunday, 19 th February
School resumes: 8.30am Monday, 20 th February
Term ends: 4.00pm (approx) Friday, 24 th March
Boarders' Travelling Day: Saturday, 25 th March
EASTER DAY Sunday, 16 th April 2006

SUMMER TERM 2006
Boarders arrive: 2.00pm to 4.00pm Tuesday, 18 th April
School begins: 8.30am Wednesday, 19 th April
PARENT/TEACHER MEETINGS WILL BE HELD FOR THE PARENTS OF ALL PUPILS BUT WE WOULD ESPECIALLY LIKE TO SEE THE PARENTS OF YR 9 & 11 TO DISCUSS GCSE's AND AS/A LEVEL OPTIONS DURING THE WEEK BEGINNING Monday, 22 nd May
Half-term begins: 4.10pm Friday, 26 th May
Boarders return: 6.00pm to 8.00pm Sunday, 4th June
School resumes: 8.30am Monday, 5 th June
SPEECH DAY Parents invited from 10.00 am Saturday, 8 th July
Term ends: 4.00pm (approx) Saturday, 8 th July
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Calendar
APRIL
Sun 17th 2.00pm Boarders return
Mon 18th. 8.30am School Resumes
Wed 20th. 5.00 pm 1st. Netball v Staff (H)
Sat 23rd Donors Lunch
Sat 23rd. 8.30-16.00 Kenya Expedition Training
Mon 25th AS Art Exam all day
Mon 25th 10.00-12.00 Prep School Open Day
Mon 25th Year 11 trip to Imperial War Museum
Tues 26th. 3.00 pm U15 Cricket v Claverham (H)
Tues 26th. 3.30 pm U14 & U15 Rounders v Buckswood (A)
Wed 27th A2 Art Exam all day
Wed 27th 3.00pm U13 Rounders v Claremont (A)
Wed 27th. 3.00pm 1st. XI Cricket v Claverham (H)
Wed 27th 5.15pm U15 Rounders v Benenden (A)
Thurs 28th. 2.30 pm U13 Rounders v Buckswood (H)
Thurs 28th. 3.00pm U13 Cricket v Claverham (A)
Thurs 28th 10.00 am KS2 Visit to Hop Farm
Fri 29th AS Art Exam all day
Sat 30th. 1.00pm 1st. XI Cricket v Eastbourne (A)
MAY
Mon 2nd School Holiday
Tues 3rd. KS3 SATs week
Tues 3rd AS Art & Textiles Exam all day
Tues 3rd. 4.00pm U14 Rounders v Beechwood (A)
Tues 3rd. U15 Cricket v Buckswood (H)
Wed 4th 3.00pm U13 Rounders triangle v SkippersHill & Ardingly(A)
Wed 4th. 2.30pm 1st. XI Cricket v Bethany (A)
Thur 5th A2 Art & Textiles Exam all day
Thu 5th 1.30 pm French Trip Y7 & 8 - Departs
Thur 5th 4.30-6 pm School Council (History Room)
Sat 7th. 2.00pm U15 Cricket v Bethany (A)
Sun 8th 8.00 pm French Trip - Returns
Sun 8th. 6.00 pm Evensong
Mon 9th. KS2 SATs week
Mon 9th A2 Art & Textiles Exam all day
Tue 10th A2 Art & Textiles Exam all day
Tue 10th 5.15pm U14 & U15 Rounders v Benenden (A)
Thur 12th 6.00pm U13 Rounders v Benenden (H)
Fri 13th Y5 & Y6 Residential trip to Kingswood Activity Cntr (returns 15th.)
Sun 15th. 10.00 am Swimathon
Tue 17th 7.00pm Finance & General Purposes Committee
Wed 18th. 2.50pm 1st. XI Cricket v Buckswood (A)
Thurs 19th Art & Textile GCSE Exam all day
Thurs 19th. U13 Cricket v Filsham Valley (H)
Sat 21st. Sky Dive for Performing Arts Centre
Sat 21st. 1.00pm U15 Cricket v Eastbourne College (A)
Sat 21st. 1.30pm U13 Cricket v St Ronans (A)
Sun 22nd. 6.00 pm Evensong (Full Choir)
Mon 23rd Exam Week Yr 7,8,9 & 10
Tue 24th Art Textiles GCSE Exam all day
Wed 25th. 2.30pm U13 Cricket v St Bedes (A)
Wed 25th 5.30pm Parents Consultations
Thur 26th 2.30pm U13 Rounders v St Ronans (A)
Fri 27th 5.00pm Parents Consultations
Fri 27th 4.10pm Half term begins
JUNE
Sun 29th 7.00 am German Trip departs
Sat 4th. 9.00 pm German Trip returns
Sun 5th 6.00pm Boarders return
Mon 6th 8.30am School resumes
Tues 7th. 2.50pm U14 & U15 Rounders v Newlands (H)
Tues 7th. 2.45pm U14 Cricket v Newlands (H)
Thu 9th 2.00pm Full Court
Thu 9th 11.00am Shakespeare's Globe Workshop
Sat 11th 1.30pm U14 Rounders v Bethany (H)
Sat 11th 1.30pm U15 & 1st Rounders v Bethany (A)
Sun 12th. 11.00am Dads V Lads Cricket
Sun 12th. 11 - 5 Choir CD recording
Sun 12th. 6.00 pm Evensong
Tue 14th 10.00am Senior School Book Fair
Tue 14th. 3.00pm U15 Cricket v Buckswood (A)
Wed 15th. 2.50pm U13 Cricket v Vinehall (A)
Fri 17th Junior Boarding House Trip Departs
Sat 18th. 1.00pm Sports Day
Fri 17th 4.30pm Kenya Expedition overnight training departs
Sat 18th. 10.00am Kenya Expedition overnight training returns
Sun 19th Junior Boarding House Trip Returns
Tue 21st. 2.45pm U15 Cricket v Newlands (A)
Wed 22nd 3.00pm 1st. XI Cricket v Buckswood (A)
Thur 23rd 2.30pm U13 Rounders v St Ronans (A)
Fri 24th. 7.00pm Sports Dinner
Sat 25th. 9.30am Rounders Tournament v Newlands (A)
Sat 25th 10-2 pm Prep School Summer Fete/ Sports Day
Sat 25th 7.30pm Gala Concert - gates open 6.30pm
Sun 26th. 6.00 pm Evensong (Full Choir)
Mon 27th Yr 11 Work experience week begins
Mon 27th Inter house Drama
Tues 28th. 8.30am Year 6 Induction Day
Tues 28th 4.20pm U13 Cricket v Claremont (H)
Tues 28th House Matches
Wed 29th House Matches
Wed 29th U11 & U9 Cricket v Claremont (A)
Thur30th 12.00pm Town Sports
Thu 30th 7.30pm Musical Candlelight Soiree
JULY
Mon 4th Outings Day
Thu 7th. 12.00am Town Sports
Thu 7th. 4.30-6.30pm School Barbeque
Sat 9th 10.30am Speech Day. Guest of Honour Mrs Janet Dunn
Sat 9th 7.00pm FOBAS Summer Ball
Sun 10th. 6.00 am Expedition to Kenya - Departs
Fri 22nd. 7.00 pm Kenya expedition - Returns (pick up from airport)
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School Charter
The Staff and Pupils Charter
"We all try to make this a safe and happy school for everyone,
where we support each other through mutual respect and trust."
THE STAFF PROMISE
to help you fulfil your potential
to respect you as an individual
to provide the best education possible
to provide a happy and safe environment
to make sure you are free to learn
to expose you to courtesy, honesty, loyalty and fairness
to listen to what you have to say
to be available to talk
to help you when you are in any trouble
to believe in you and encourage you
WE EXPECT THE PUPILS
to be kind, caring and friendly
to respect us and each other
to respect property
to listen to advice
to follow instructions
to ask when you do not understand
to behave well
to try your hardest at all times both in and out of the classroom
to develop good sportsmanship, co-operation and team spirit.
to take responsibility for your own actions
to be polite, honest, loyal and fair.
to conform to school rules
EVERY PERSON, pupil or adult, has the right
To receive courtesy, consideration and respect from all others in the community.
To live happily in an environment that is as caring and safe as possible.
To carry out their work of learning, teaching or caring from the School.
To benefit from all that the School has to offer.
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Staff List
HEADMASTER
Mr R. C. Clark, MA(Ed), BA(Hons), (Resident)
DEPUTY HEAD SENIOR SCHOOL (PASTORAL)
Mrs D. Durrant, BA(Hons), Cert.Ed, RSA Dip. SpLD, Peer Support
DEPUTY HEAD SENIOR SCHOOL (ACADEMIC)
Mr A. Payton, BSc,(Hons), PGCE, Examinations Officer
HEAD OF BOARDING
Mr M.P. Ansar-Carver, MA, BA(Hons), PGCE - History, Year 13, Head of Sixth Form
HEAD OF PREPARATORY SCHOOL
Mrs J. Clark, BA(Hons), PGCE, (Resident)
SENIOR TEACHER (PREPARATORY)
Mrs P. Corrigan, BEd(Hons), CertEd,DPE, Year 6, Science, Maths, Sport
TEACHING STAFf
Mr K.G. Anderson, BA(Hons), PGCE - French, German, R.E., PSE, Head of K.S.4, Year 11
Mrs A. Ansar Carver, BA(Hons), PG Dip, GT - Drama, English, Houseparent Senior Boarding
Mrs J. Blau, Cert.Ed - Preparatory School, Head of Nursery Dept
Miss S. Broad, BA(Hons) with QTS - Preparatory School, Year 4, Maths, Head of Sport
Mrs A.M. Brooks, CertEd - Preparatory School, Year 3, Learning Support
Mr J. Chambers, MA, PGCE - Chemistry, Business Studies
Mr S.J. Croft, CertEd - Prep School - Year 5, English, History, Geography, I.T.
Mr J. Cody, BSc(Hons), Cert Theo - Psychology
Mr A.W. Cushen. MA(Ed), BSc(Hons), PGCE - Housemaster of St Etheldreda's, Mathematics
Mrs L.N. Davey, MA(Hons), AMBDA - English, Year 11
Mrs D. Dodd, BSc(Hons), PGCE - Science, Maths
Mr H.B. Dugard, BA(Hons), PGCE - Information Technology, Assistant Boarding Housemaster (Resident)
Mrs S.F. Eckersley, CertEd - Preparatory School, Year 2, French
Mrs E. Gill, NNEB - Kindergarten Team Leader
Mrs M.D. Green, CertEd - Preparatory School, Year 1
Mrs P. Harley, BA, PGCE - English, Drama, Year 10
Mrs J. Ho, DipA.D.- Preparatory School - Art
Miss C. Hoad, B.Ed(Hons) - Physical Education, Psychology
Mrs H.F. Hughes, BA(Hons), PGCE - Housemistress of St Patrick's, French, Careers
Mrs. S. Hughes, BSc(Hons), PGCE - Physical Education, Year 8
Mr. P. Kealey, BA - Head of Performing Arts
Mr R. Malewicz, BSc with QTS - Geography
Ms Z. Malewicz, BSc (Hons) PGCE - Head of Science, Year 9A
Mrs J. Masey, BSc(Hons), PGCE - Science, Physics, Chemistry, Year 9B
Mrs. K. Noble, B.Ed(Hons) - Dance
Mr. R. Patel, BA (QTS) (Hons) - Head of Physical Education, Information Technology, Year 7
Mrs M. Pearce, CertEd, TEFL - Drama, English
Mrs S. Reilly, BSc., DipSpLD - Housemistress of St Mary's, Learning Support, English, SENCO
Miss D. Robinson, BA(Hons), PGCE - Director of Music, Year 10, Houseparent Junior Boarding
Miss R. Rolfe, B.Ed - Prep School - Year 6, Drama
Mrs. F. Rowland, Dip.Ed., RSADip. SpLD - Learning Support, Housemistress St Martin's
Miss J. Simpson, BA(Hons), PGCE - Head of English, Year 12
Mrs. M. P. Steward, BA(Hons), MIL - German
Mrs A. Stewart, BA(Hons)(CNAA),PGCE - Head of Art
Mrs S. Townshend, BA(Hons), PGCE - Art
Dr G. Whitham, PhD,MA,Dip.AD,DA,Cert Ed - History of Art
Mrs R. Whitham, Dip.AD,DA - Art, Textiles
Miss D. Williams, BSc (Hons), PGCE - Maths
I.T. MANAGER
Mr. J. Norbury, MSc, BSc(Hons), BA(Hons), Cert. Ed.
TEACHERS AIDES
Mrs C. Ruddle, NVQ3, Miss R. Chidley, Mrs A. Simpson, NNEB,PSA
ANCILLARY AND PASTORAL STAFF
Mrs T.D. O'Leary, Laboratory Technician
Mrs D. Newman, School Nurse
Mrs. A. Wing, School Nurse
Mrs S. Benham, Mrs S. Endersby, Mrs J. Harle, Mrs K. Lapworth, Mrs L. Martin, Mrs S. Walkley
GAP STUDENTS
Mr K. Robinson, Mr C MacDougal, Miss S. Metcalfe, Miss K. Thompson
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Mrs S. Talbot - Senior School Office Assistant
Miss E. Forbes - Examinations/House Co-ordinator
Mrs K. Laity BA (Hons) - Preparatory School Administrator
Mrs J. Hinde - Headmaster's P.A.
Mrs Y. Laybourne - Functions/Marketing Co-ordinator
Ms J. Milligan - Assistant Bursar
Sqn Ldr J. S. Page (RAF Ret'd) - Bursar
Mrs. L. Huges - Senior School Office Assistant
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Governors
ACTING CHAIRMAN: Mr I.S. Mercer
Mr A. P. F. Alexander
Dr. G. B. Baker
Mrs A. Caffyn
Mr C. Champion
Mrs S. Davies Jones
Mr S. Hammerton
Mr J. Harrison
Mr S. J. W. McArthur
Mr C. L. Sangster
Mrs J. Smith
Mrs J. Yeo
CLERK TO GOVERNORS:
Sqn Ldr J. S. Page
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Girls Senior School
GIRLS SENIOR DAY
*Blazer 1
Pullovers Opt
Regulation School Fleece Opt
Blouses (white) 2
School kilt 1
Opaque black tights or black/light grey ankle socks
White ankle socks 1
Craft overall 1
Scarf Opt
Gloves Opt
P.E. Bag 50cm x 80cm cotton with draw string 1
Plain black low-heeled leather shoes (not patent or with buckles) 1
Wellingtons - style and colour optional Opt
"Blacks" for Drama Yrs 7 -9 & pupils taking GCSE Drama
"Blacks" consist of loose clothing for easy wearing during drama. Joggers or leggings (no jeans),
sweatshirt, t-shirt or polo shirt all in black with either bare feet or sockettes. 1 set
Light knickers X
White vests X
Light coloured Bras (if required) X
Bath towels, size 60 cm x 120 cm named on the top right-hand corner, right side out 1
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GIRLS SENIOR BOARDING
*Blazer 2
Pullovers Opt
Regulation School Fleece Opt
Blouses (white) 3
School kilt 1
Opaque black tights or black/light grey ankle socks
White ankle socks 2
Craft overall 1
Scarf Opt
Gloves Opt
Sponge bag and contents 1
Shoe cleaning kit 1
Laundry bag 50cm x 80cm cotton with draw string 1
White net bag with zipper for small items of laundry 1
P.E. Bag 50cm x 80cm cotton with draw string 1
Small overnight case or bag 1
Trunk 50cm x 35cm x 90cm (see note 9) Opt
Woven name tapes - to be given to the Matrons 3 doz
2 Duvet covers (named on top right hand corner, right side out) Opt
Eiderdown or travelling rug Opt
Hot water bottle Opt
Plain black low-heeled leather shoes (not patent or with buckles) 1
Slippers 1
Wellingtons - style and colour optional Opt
Shoes to wear with "Home" or "Concert" clothes Opt
"Blacks" for Drama Yrs 7 -9 & pupils taking GCSE Drama 1 set
"Blacks" consist of loose clothing for easy wearing during drama. Joggers or leggings (no jeans),
sweatshirt, t-shirt or polo shirt all in black with either bare feet or sockettes.
Light knickers 10
White vests Opt
Light coloured Bras (if required) 3
Pyjamas or night-dresses 3
Dressing gown 1
"Home" clothes - see note on reverse 3 set
"Concert" clothes - see note on reverse 1 set
Bath towels, size 60 cm x 120 cm named on the top right-hand corner, right side out 3
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Boys Senior School
BOYS SENIOR DAY
*Blazer 1
Pullovers Opt
Regulation School Fleece Opt
Shirts (white) 2
Ties 1
Trousers (charcoal grey) 1pr
Grey or Black Socks X
White ankle socks 1
Craft overall 1
Scarf Opt
Gloves Opt
P.E. Bag 50 cm x 80 cm cotton with draw string 1
Woven name tapes - to be given to the Matrons X
Plain black leather lace-up shoes. 1
Wellingtons-style and colour optional Opt
Underpants X
White vests Opt
"Blacks" for Drama Yrs 7 -9 & pupils taking GCSE Drama 1 set
"Blacks" consist of loose clothing for easy wearing during drama. Joggers or leggings (no jeans), sweatshirt, t-shirt or polo shirt all in black with either bare feet or sockettes.
Bath towels, size 60 cm x 120 cm 1 set
(named on the top right-hand corner, right side out) 1
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BOYS SENIOR BOARDING
*Blazer 1
Pullovers Opt
Regulation School Fleece Opt
Shirts (white) 4
Ties 2
Trousers (charcoal grey) 3
Grey or Black Socks 7
White ankle socks 2
Craft overall 1
Scarf Opt
Gloves Opt
Laundry bag 50 cm x 80 cm cotton with draw string 1
White net bag with zipper for small items of laundry 1
P.E. Bag 50 cm x 80 cm cotton with draw string 1
Small overnight case or bag 1
Trunk 50 cm x 35 cm x 90 cm (see note 9 overleaf) Opt
Woven name tapes - to be given to the Matrons 3 doz
2 Duvet covers (named on top right hand corner, right side out) Opt
Eiderdown or travelling rug Opt
Hot water bottle Opt
Plain black leather lace-up shoes. 1
Wellingtons-style and colour optional 1
Slippers 1
Shoes to wear with "Home" or "Concert" clothes Opt
Underpants 10
White vests Opt
Pyjamas 3
Dressing gown 1
"Home" clothes - see note on reverse 3 Sets
"Concert" clothes - see note on reverse 1 Set
"Blacks" for Drama Yrs 7 -9 & pupils taking GCSE Drama 1 Set
"Blacks" consist of loose clothing for easy wearing during drama. Joggers or leggings (no jeans),
sweatshirt, t-shirt or polo shirt all in black with either bare feet or sockettes.
Bath towels, size 60 cm x 120 cm 3
(named on the top right-hand corner, right side out)
Sponge bag and contents 1
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REQUIRED PE EQUIPMENT - SENIOR BOYS AND GIRLS
CLOTHING
1 Track suit top From Wards
1 Track suit trousers From Wards
2 School Polo shirts From Wards
2 Maroon Shorts From Wards
2 prs White sports socks
1 Swimming costume girls - black one piece
1 Swimming costume boys - black swimming trunks
1 Swimming hat
1 Swimming goggles
1 Games skirt (girls only) From Wards
2 prs Hockey/Football socks
1 Reversible "Rugby" shirt From Wards
1 Trainers (not fashion or skateboard)
1 Cricket Whites (Boys)
1 Football boots
EQUIPMENT
1 Hockey stick
1 Tennis racquet
Optional Cricket boots
Optional Cricket bat
Pr Shin Pads (essential) Sports shop
1 Mouth guard (essential) Sports shop or dentist
ALL KIT MUST BE NAMED
J.B. WARD & CO. LTD.,
31 ROBERTSON STREET
HASTINGS
EAST SUSSEX
TN34 1HT
Telephone (01424) 432410
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Sixth Form Girls
SIXTH FORM GIRLS - DAY
Art Overall Opt
Shoes to wear with "School" clothes 1
Underwear X
Warm overcoat, plain tailored style 1
Raincoat or anorak Opt
School" clothes - see note X
1 set 1 set "Blacks" for those taking Theatre Studies 1 Set
"Blacks" consist of loose clothing for easy wearing during drama. Joggers or leggings (no jeans),
sweatshirt, t-shirt or polo shirt all in black with either bare feet or sockettes.
P.E. Bag 50 cm x 80 cm cotton with draw string 1
Woven name tapes - to be given to the Matrons X
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SIXTH FORM GIRLS - BOARDING
Art Overall Opt
Shoes to wear with "School" clothes 1
Shoes to wear with "Home" or "Concert" clothes Opt
Slippers 1
Underwear X
Nightdresses or Pyjamas 2
Dressing gown 1
Warm overcoat, plain tailored style 1
Raincoat or anorak Opt
"Concert" clothes - see note 1 set
"School" clothes - see note X
"Home" clothes - see note X
"Blacks" for those taking Theatre Studies 1 set
"Blacks" consist of loose clothing for easy wearing during drama. Joggers or leggings (no jeans),
sweatshirt, t-shirt or polo shirt all in black with either bare feet or sockettes.
Bath towels, not less than 60 cm x 120 cm 3
(named on the top right-hand corner, right side out)
Sponge bag and contents 1
hoe cleaning kit 1
Laundry bag 50 cm x 80 cm cotton with draw string 1
White net bag with zipper for small items of laundry 1
P.E. Bag 50 cm x 80 cm cotton with draw string 1
Small overnight case or bag 1
Suitcase - 1 large or 2 small 1
Woven name tapes - to be given to the Matrons 3 doz Opt
2 Duvet covers (named on top right hand corner, right side out) Opt
Eiderdown or travelling rug Opt
Hot water bottle Opt
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Sixth Form Boys
SIXTH FORM BOYS - DAY
Art Overall Opt
Shoes to wear with "School" clothes 1
Underwear X
Warm overcoat, plain tailored style 1
"School" clothes - see note X
"Blacks" for those taking Theatre Studies 1 set
"Blacks" consist of loose clothing for easy wearing during drama. Joggers or leggings (no jeans),
sweatshirt, t-shirt or polo shirt all in black with either bare feet or sockettes.
P.E. Bag 50 cm x 80 cm cotton with draw string 1
Woven name tapes - to be given to the Matrons 3 doz X
Duvet covers (named on top right hand corner, right side out) Opt X
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SIXTH FORM BOYS - BOARDING
Art Overall Opt
Shoes to wear with "School" clothes 1
Shoes to wear with "Home" or "Concert" clothes Opt
Slippers 1
Underwear X
Pyjamas 2
Dressing gown 1
Warm overcoat, plain tailored style 1
"Concert" clothes - see note 1 set
"School" clothes - see note X
"Home" clothes - see note X
"Blacks" for those taking Theatre Studies 1 set
"Blacks" consist of loose clothing for easy wearing during drama. Joggers or leggings (no jeans), 1 set
sweatshirt, t-shirt or polo shirt all in black with either bare feet or sockettes.
Bath towels, not less than 60 cm x 120 cm 3
(named on the top right-hand corner, right side out)
Sponge bag and contents 1
Shoe cleaning kit 1
Laundry bag 50 cm x 80 cm cotton with draw string 1
White net bag with zipper for small items of laundry 1
P.E. Bag 50 cm x 80 cm cotton with draw string 1
Small overnight case or bag 1
Suitcase - 1 large or 2 small 1
Woven name tapes - to be given to the Matrons 3 doz
Opt X 2 Duvet covers (named on top right hand corner, right side out) Opt
Eiderdown or travelling rug Opt
Hot water bottle Opt
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Reception years 1 & 2
School Jacket*
School polo shirt*
School Sweatshirt*
Waterproof jacket* (optional)
WINTER
GIRLS
School pinafore dress*
Light grey socks or tights (autumn/winter terms)
BOYS
Charcoal grey trousers
Short grey socks
SUMMER
GIRLS
School summer dress*
Short white socks
BOYS
Charcoal grey shorts (optional)
Short grey socks
Flat black leather shoes (not patent) with either Velcro or buckle fastening - unless your child is able to do up laces.
GAMES
1 Games bag containing:
1 pair tracksuit trousers
1 pair short white socks
1 pair black shorts
1 pair elasticated plimsolls
1 pair trainers (preferably Velcro)
1 Regulation swimming bag* containing:
1 regulation schools swimming costume*
1 towel
1 regulation swimming hat* (girls & boys)
1 Art/Craft overall*
1 pair Wellington boots
Maroon scarf* (optional)
Maroon or grey gloves (optional)
School Bag (obtainable from school)
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Reception years 3 & 4
School Jacket*
Waterproof jacket*
WINTER
GIRLS
School kilt*
School V-necked jumper*
School polo shirt*
Light grey socks or tights (autumn/winter terms)
BOYS
Charcoal grey trousers
School V-necked jumper*
School polo shirt*
Short grey socks
SUMMER
GIRLS
As above
Short white socks
BOYS
As above
Short grey socks
Shoes: Sensible flat black school shoes, not patent and no heels
GAMES
1 Games bag containing:
1 tracksuit*
White games shirt*
White shorts*
Black shorts*(boys)
Games skirt and knickers* (girls)
Reversible games shirt*
White trainers
Indoor plimsolls
Football boots with safety studs for both football and hockey
Football/hockey socks
White games socks
Hockey stick/tennis racquet as required
1 Regulation swimming bag* containing:
1 regulation schools swimming costume*
1 towel
1 regulation swimming hat* (girls & boys)
1 Art/Craft overall* School Bag (obtainable from school)
1 pair Wellington boots Maroon scarf* (optional)
Maroon or grey gloves (optional)
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Reception years 5 & 6
School Jacket*
Waterproof jacket*
WINTER
GIRLS
School kilt*
School V-necked jumper*
School white blouse*
Light grey socks or black opaque tights (autumn/winter terms)
BOYS
Charcoal grey trousers
School V-necked jumper*
School white shirt*
School tie
Short light grey socks
SUMMER
GIRLS
White polo shirt*
Short white socks
BOYS
White polo shirt
Short light grey socks
Shoes: Sensible flat black school shoes, not patent and no heels
GAMES
1 Games bag containing:
1 tracksuit*
White games shirt*
White shorts*
Black shorts*(boys)
Games skirt and knickers* (girls)
Reversible games shirt*
White trainers
Indoor plimsolls
Football boots with safety studs for both football and hockey
Football/hockey socks
White games socks
Hockey stick/tennis racquet as required
1 Regulation swimming bag* containing:
1 regulation schools swimming costume*
1 towel
1 regulation swimming hat* (girls & boys)
1 Art/Craft overall* School Bag (obtainable from school)
1 pair Wellington boots Maroon scarf* (optional)
Maroon or grey gloves (optional)
Please name all uniform and equipment including socks and underwear - remember we go swimming!
Those marked with a *to be purchased only from:
J.B. Ward & Co. Ltd., 31 Robertson Street, Hastings, East Sussex (01424 432410)
Pupils will need a pencil case containing pencils, coloured pencils, an eraser, pencil sharpener and a ruler.
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REGULATIONS
1. Every item sent to school should be clearly and permanently marked (initial and surname) with woven name tapes where appropriate. Un-named property which remains unclaimed at the end of term is given to charity.
Games kit and overalls should be named on the left side, outside.
2. "School" clothes: During the school day the lower school wear uniform. "School" clothes should thus be semi-formal, such as would be expected in the work place of a woman in a professional or managerial position. This may include a pair of well-tailored trousers.
3. "Concert" and "Home" clothes: "Concert" clothes should be a dress or skirt and blouse suitable for a formal occasion. "Home" clothes, which may include jeans, should be tidy and avoid extremes.
4. All clothing must be of the correct size, be maintained in good order and be replaced when necessary.
5. Hair must be kept tidy and all extremes of length and/or style must be avoided.
6. A limited amount of jewellery may be worn.
7. Make-up may be worn in moderation.
8. Sheets and pillowcases are provided by the school. A once-only charge is made when a pupil joins.
9. Electrical equipment is brought to school at the pupil's own risk and insurance is strongly advised.
In any disagreement on the interpretation of these regulations the Headmaster's decision shall be final.

Fees from September 2005

Nursery
Morning session 08:30 to 12:30 £13.13 per session
Afternoon Session 13:00 to 15:30 £13.13 per session
(Lunch is included if both sessions are taken)
Hours between 15:30 and 18:30 £3.68 per hour

Reception, Years 1 and 2
Day £1804 per term

Years 3 to 6
Day £2631 per term
Boarding £4774 per term

Years 7 and 8
Day £3394 per term
£5461 per term

Years 9 to 13
Day £3632 per term
Boarding £5935 per term

Casual boarding (in addition to day charge ) £33 per night

REGISTRATION AND REFUNDABLE DEPOSITS
Nursery
REGISTRATION £25 - UK BASED DEPOSIT n/a - OVERSEAS BASED DEPOSIT n/a
Day, Reception to Year 13
REGISTRATION £50 - UK BASED DEPOSIT £500 - OVERSEAS BASED DEPOSIT n/a
Boarding Year 4 to Year 13
REGISTRATION £50 - UK BASED DEPOSIT £700 - OVERSEAS BASED DEPOSIT £2,000
UK Military or Government
REGISTRATION £50 - UK BASED DEPOSIT £700 - OVERSEAS BASED DEPOSIT £700

NOTES
The Deposit will be refunded with the final invoice after the child has left minus the last term's disbursements. Deposits must be paid and the application form must be signed, thus agreeing to the Terms and Conditions, before the child starts at the School. The deposit for ex-Nursery children is payable when the child goes into the Reception Year.
Overseas parents mean those domiciled outside the UK but not including UK Government or Military parents on overseas duty.
Fees are due on the first day of each school term and late payment will result in a late payment charge of 2% per month.
Fees may be paid by monthly instalment using a Direct Debit over 12 months from August to July inclusive, at a cost of 1% of the fee per term, by written arrangement with the Bursar. No other method of staged payment is possible.
Fees include tuition, exercise books and paper, match fees, textbooks where these can be handed on, materials for science and art, normal laundry for boarders, lunch (except for single session Nursery), morning break and tea for day children when at school, all meals in term-time for boarders.
The following are in addition to the basic fee.
Reference books, such as bible, dictionary, French dictionary, atlas. These books should not be purchased separately by parents as the specific editions required are provided by the School and charged for.
Calculators; prep bags; house badges; Sixth form textbooks; some texts and work books where notes have to be made in the book. and they cannot be passed on; materials used for items made in practical subjects
Trips and excursions.
Disbursements for individual and small group music lessons, sports coaching and extra coaching or tuition in any subject as required by the parent or the School.
Tuition can be arranged in a wide variety of subjects; parents are sent a list and booking form at the beginning of term and the cost is billed in arrears to the end of term invoice.
The School reserves the right to disclose any unpaid financial obligation on transfer of a pupil to another school .

Religion
There are three religious assemblies each week based on Christian teaching and on alternate Sundays there is a Church of England Evensong for boarders to which guest speakers are invited. Other key services take place during the year in the local parish church St. Mary's. Pupils who wish to attend Catholic mass at the local catholic church are encouraged to do so.
Pupils of all faiths are welcome at the school and they are invited to attend weekly assemblies but may be excused Sunday worship.

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Results
2004 GCSE pass rate grades A*-C 100% with A* and A at 33%
2004 A Level pass rate 92% with A/B at 49%

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CONTACT

Senior School
Roger Clark BA, MA (Ed)
Headmaster
Battle Abbey School
Battle
East Sussex
TN33 OAD
telephone: 01424 772385
fax: 01424 773573
email: office@battleabbeyschool.com

Prep School
Judy Clark BA, PGCE
Headteacher
Battle Abbey Preparatory School.
The Gate
40 Hastings Road
Bexhill on Sea
East Sussex
TN40 2NH
telephone: 01424 219674
email: prep@battleabbeyschool.com

Links
More details about the school may be found on the school's page on the ISCIS website
http://www.isc.co.uk
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Weddings
Battle Abbey School occupies one of the most remarkable buildings in Britain. William the Conqueror built the original church on the site after he defeated King Harold at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The Abbey church is now in ruins, but the Abbot's House remains, which currently houses the school.
The entrance through the Gatehouse into Battle Abbey School is pictured on the right.
Weddings may be held in the magnificent thirteenth century Abbot's Hall pictured here, or in the Victorian Duke's Library pictured below..
The cost of a wedding and ceremony at Battle Abbey School is £3,300, to include the exclusive use of the Abbot's Hall, Duke's Library, Refectory and school grounds.
After the Ceremony, we can offer you our excellent hospitality with a range of buffet and sit-down menus, catering for up to 120 people. Our menus start at £25.00 per person.
For further details, or to request an information pack, please contact:
Yolanda Laybourne on 01424 776817
or email to weddings@battleabbeyschool.com
We are now taking bookings for 2006.
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Private Functions
Battle Abbey School has the privilege of occupying one of the most remarkable historic sites in Britain, that of the Battle of Hastings, in the centre of the picturesque market town of Battle, East Sussex.
t is the perfect venue for private luncheons, dinners and corporate hospitality. During the Summer months, drinks may be taken on our Top Terrace overlooking the scenic 1066 Battlefield itself.
A complete choice of menus is available for 100+ guests, and may be served in the majestic Abbot's Hall, the beautiful panelled Duke's Library, or in the Refectory with its gracious gothic arches.
Our professional staff are experienced and attentive, and Battle Abbey School is the perfect venue for a unique and memorable private function.For more information please contact Yolanda Laybourne on 01424 776817