The Arbor School

The school is guided by the vision of 'Enough for all, forever,' which integrates academic rigour with a deep commitment to sustainability and ecoliteracy. It aims to nurture intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and resilience, preparing students to act as responsible, forward-thinking leaders who understand their impact on the natural world. The school emphasizes a values-led approach that balances high academic standards with character development and social responsibility.

The school follows the British Curriculum, offering education from Foundation Stage through to Sixth Form. The academic programme includes pathways such as GCSEs, BTECs, and A Levels, supported by the 'Branching Out' Sixth Form programme. The curriculum is designed to integrate traditional subjects with ecoliteracy, sustainability, and real-world learning across all phases.

The school operates the 'Thrive' programme, which is dedicated to inclusion and student wellbeing. Led by a specialist Head of Thrive, the programme focuses on equitable access to learning and is informed by research in neurodiversity, SEND, and positive education. The school also provides dedicated counselling services to support student wellbeing.

The school provides a supportive and unhurried admissions process for families, including those relocating from overseas. Prospective parents are encouraged to begin with a conversation or a campus tour, and the admissions team offers remote guidance and international call-backs for those unable to visit in person. Admissions are open for students from Foundation Stage through to Sixth Form.

The academic year is divided into three terms: Winter, Spring, and Summer. The 2025-2026 Winter Term begins in late August for new students and late August for all students, concluding in early December. The Spring Term runs from early January to mid-March, and the Summer Term spans from late March to early July.

The campus features a 'living campus' design, including six climate-controlled biodomes. These include a tropical ecosystem for ecoliteracy teaching, an 'Eco Exploratorium' for specialist learning, and three mini-biodomes used for reading and plant nurseries. Additional facilities include the Reflection Garden for outdoor-style indoor meetings, the Learning Garden for organic agriculture, and various secondary learning spaces.