Gresham's Senior School

The school aims to provide a caring, challenging, and enlightened education that celebrates British values within a Christian setting. It emphasizes the development of the whole person, fostering resilience, confidence, and a sense of service to the global community. The ethos encourages pupils to respect diverse faiths and beliefs while developing self-knowledge and an outward-looking perspective.

The Senior School curriculum includes a broad range of subjects in Year 9, followed by up to ten IGCSE and GCSE subjects in Years 10 and 11, with a one-year GCSE option for late joiners. In the Sixth Form, pupils may choose the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, a portfolio of A levels, or a combination of A levels and BTEC diplomas. The school also provides a dedicated Year 12 Wellbeing Programme and extensive STEAM education opportunities.

Gresham’s pupils achieve strong academic results and progress to a wide range of university and career pathways. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for the future, with the IB Diploma specifically recognized by UK and US universities as excellent preparation for higher education. Notable alumni include figures in the arts, sciences, and professional sports, reflecting the school's focus on nurturing individual talents.

The Learning Support Department provides tailored assistance for pupils with specific learning difficulties, including Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia, ADD/ADHD, and ASD. The school strives to match support to the individual needs of each pupil to help them excel academically. Additionally, the library offers resources and staff support for research, coursework, and university preparation.

Prospective families are encouraged to visit the school through Open Days, Taster Events, or individual tours. The admissions process includes entrance assessments, and the school offers various scholarships for Year 9 and Sixth Form entry, as well as financial assistance. Detailed information regarding the application process, fees, and induction programmes for the Nursery, Pre-Prep, Prep, and Senior schools is available through the school’s admissions office.

The school operates on a three-term structure: Michaelmas, Lent, and Summer. Terms typically begin with staff induction and INSET days, followed by the arrival of boarders and day pupils. The calendar includes scheduled Home Weekends, half-term breaks, and specific end-of-term dates, with boarding houses remaining open until midday following the end of term to accommodate travel.

The campus features the Dyson Building, a 4000m² state-of-the-art STEAM centre equipped with laboratories, workshops, and flexible learning spaces. Additional facilities include a library, the Auden Theatre, the Strathmore Recording Studio, a health centre, and a chapel. Sports facilities are extensive, and the school provides various venues for hire, including sports grounds and performance spaces.

Gresham’s offers a comprehensive co-curricular programme that includes drama, music, and a wide range of sports such as hockey, cricket, rugby, and skiing. Pupils participate in the Combined Cadet Force (CCF), the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, and various community outreach and academic enrichment activities. The school also hosts regular events, including house music competitions, theatre productions, concerts, and international sports and academic trips.