Woodhouse Grove School

The school aims to nurture the unique personality, talents, and skills of every child, focusing on the individual to help them become the best version of themselves. It fosters a community built on traditional values, respect, integrity, and shared responsibility, while encouraging resilience, confidence, and a global perspective. The school emphasizes a balanced education that combines academic excellence with personal growth and maturity.

The school offers a continuous educational pathway from Nursery and Pre-School through to Sixth Form. The curriculum covers all National Curriculum subjects, with Brontë House utilizing a topic-based approach in Key Stages 1 and 2 to extend learning beyond standard primary requirements. The Grove provides a broad range of subjects including Art, Design Technology, Business, Economics, Humanities, Languages, Mathematics, IT, Science, and Performing Arts, with specific pathways available in the Sixth Form.

Academic standards are consistently high, with over 90% of students progressing to their chosen university or apprenticeship. Recent exam results include a 99% pass rate at A-level and strong performance at GCSE, with many pupils achieving top grades. The school also celebrates significant individual achievements in sports, including national and international representation.

The school provides academic support through supervised prep sessions in the evenings and at weekends for boarders. Additionally, a wide range of academic support clinics are available during and after the school day to assist pupils with their studies. Learning support and English as an Additional Language (EAL) services are also integrated into the school's support structure.

The school welcomes applications for entry from age 2 through to 18, with Brontë House serving as the junior school and The Grove as the senior school. The admissions process includes opportunities to visit both sites, and the school offers bursaries, awards, and specialist allowances. Year 5 is the final entry point for Brontë House, while the school maintains a dedicated application process for Year 7 and Sixth Form entry.

The school operates on a three-term academic year, typically running from early September to early July. Each term includes a mid-term break, with specific return dates for boarders and the start of the academic term for all pupils. The school year concludes in early July, with specific dates provided for the Autumn, Spring, and Summer terms.

The campus features extensive facilities, including the Jubilee Swimming Pool, the 240-seat Grove Theatre, and the Davy Performing Arts Centre. Sports facilities include the Grainge 3G pitch, a fitness suite, a climbing wall, squash courts, and various netball and tennis courts. Academic and creative spaces include a library, a language laboratory, a recording studio, a design and technology facility, and a science lab, with Brontë House also offering an award-winning outdoor environment with woodland and bushcraft areas.

The school provides a comprehensive co-curricular programme that includes sports, music, drama, and various clubs. Pupils have access to activities such as golf, netball, rugby, athletics, swimming, and theatre productions. Additionally, the school organizes exchange programmes, cultural trips, and weekend entertainment for boarders, including visits to theme parks, cities, and water sports centres.