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The Royal
School
The Royal
School
High Achievers Confident Learners
n
2020/21
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High Achievers Confident Learners
n
The Royal School is a co-educational independent school for
pupils aged 0–18 and a member of United Learning.
Delivering a first class education in a vibrant and caring
environment, our pupils become confident, successful and
compassionate young people with qualities and qualifications that
enable them to excel in their adult lives.
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Welcome to
The Royal School
As soon as visitors come to The Royal, they are struck by the warmth and family feel of the place
where pupils are happy and successful.
Academic excellence and a belief that outstanding pastoral care must underpin everything we do is a powerful
combination in enabling that happiness and success. Our pupils are engaged in their learning, supportive of one another
and open, polite and positive when you meet them.
As an organisation that embraces modern ideas but is global pandemic. Our remote learning provision means
steeped in tradition and history, we are proud of our royal that pupils’ education will continue to be excellent even if
patronage and privileged to have Her Majesty The Queen they have to shield or we experience localised lockdown.
Elizabeth II as our Patron.
The best way to experience the unique and warm
We believe in the best in everyone and are dedicated atmosphere of the school is to come in and feel it for
to developing character in our young people. Our yourself. I would like to invite you for a meeting with
commitment is to ensure they are future-ready to thrive me followed by a bespoke tour of the site, tailored to
in this rapidly changing world. your child’s interests and needs. We are all about the
individual here and that starts from the moment you
As part of the United Learning Group, we continue to
first get in touch.
thrive and develop, even in the challenging times of a
Mrs Pippa Smithson, BA (Hons), PGCE, MEd
HEAD OF THE ROYAL SCHOOL
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Welcome from
the Head of The Royal Prep School
The Prep School years at The Royal School are very special, full of experiences that instil
wonderful, happy memories.
Children in Nursery have very busy lives: clambering aboard the playboat HMS Blazer, playing in the sandpit, getting
mucky in the mud kitchen, walking in the woods, and going on teddy bears’ picnics, singing songs in French, and trying
delicious new foods are all part of a day’s work for our babies and toddlers in Little Sailors.
As they progress through to their pre-school year and themselves and in one another. One size does not fit all
Reception, they have developed the confidence to have a at The Royal Prep School. Individuality is celebrated
go, be active in their learning and begin to think critically and teachers recognise the importance of tailoring and
and creatively about their discoveries. This insatiable adapting practice to challenge, extend, nurture and
thirst for knowledge and experience is quenched in support children with a broad range of abilities and
bucket loads. Day to day school life consists of meaningful interests. It is because of this genuine care and attention
learning that takes place both inside and outside of the on pastoral matters and personal development that
classroom. Our extensive, beautiful grounds provide our children thrive academically, creatively, physically,
plenty of opportunity for exploration, imaginative play socially and emotionally.
and stimuli to get the creative juices going. It is no wonder
I feel passionately that school life should be a combination
that our children love coming to school.
of joyful experiences, great fun, and a time to develop a
During the formative years, across Little Sailors and the strong work ethic and a love of lifelong learning.
Prep School, the children learn about friendship, kindness
I should be delighted to show you around our school and
and develop a sense of belonging. The children often
introduce you and your family to our wonderful children
describe our school as a family. Children are encouraged
and teachers.
to be themselves, allow their uniqueness to shine in
Mrs Kerrie Daunter, B.Ed (Hons)
HEAD OF THE ROYAL PREP SCHOOL
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History Of The School
The school as we know it today came into being in 1995 when two pioneering girls’ schools —
The Royal Naval School founded in 1840 and The Grove School founded in the 1850s — merged to form
The Royal School. From the outset, the founders’ ambitions were for the pupils to become independent
and responsible members of society and this remains true today.
Despite significant changes in the school and in HM Queen Elizabeth II took on the role of Patron
society over the years, it is our hope that, if the of the School.
benevolent Founders were able to revisit their
HRH The Princess Royal inherited the Presidency
creation — and granted some understanding
from her uncle, Admiral of the Fleet The Earl
of the modern world — they would look with
Mountbatten of Burma, in 1975 and remains a
admiration and approval upon the achievements
committed supporter of the School, visiting from
of their successors.
time to time and always providing a great deal of
HM Queen Victoria was one of the original donors encouragement.
to the fund that set up the Royal Naval School
and on ascension to the throne in 1952,
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Academic Achievement
From Pre-Prep to Sixth Form, our academic focus combines challenge and support in equal measure.
We aim to enable every pupil who joins the School to fulfil their potential and succeed beyond even
their own expectations.
‘The curriculum is outstanding, enriched by a broad
range of extra-curricular activities, and allows pupils
the opportunity to develop their interests and talents’.
ISI Report December 2015
The Royal School curriculum extends far beyond Series which attracts high profile speakers from
the National Curriculum, enriching the pupils’ the world of law and politics, science, the Armed
education and sparking their intellectual Forces, industry and the arts.
curiosity. Our teaching delivers outstanding
The Sixth Form has expert post-16 teachers who
performance in public examinations with over
work with their students to ensure education
60% of our A Level students moving on to Russell
is personalised for them. This includes subject
Group Universities over the past three years.
academic enrichment opportunities and EPQs
A busy Gifted and Talented schedule covers all as well as every lesson evidencing harmonised
subjects across the Prep and Senior School with teaching styles to suit every learner. Research
competitions, visits and master classes. highlights that our exceptional teaching
has ensured that dedicated students have
At the Senior School and Sixth Form, pupils enjoy
outperformed statistical predictions. Experience
outstanding careers advice and university and
and expertise, coupled with our small classes
apprenticeship guidance from specialists who
creates the perfect environment for every teacher
know the systems and procedures perfectly. There
to precisely buttress areas in need of support and
are also opportunities for travel, culture, sport,
allow autonomy where flair is shown.
music, art and to learn life skills supported by our
Enrichment Programme and our Royal Lecture
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The Creative Arts
Art, Music, Dance and Drama play an important role in life at The Royal School. Parents and friends have
the opportunity to enjoy the excellent standards of Performing Arts throughout the School in the many
concerts and productions which are offered during the course of the year.
In 2016 the main theatre at the Senior School was The Senior Choir is a particular strength of the
upgraded thanks to donations from the parent School; each year they sing with several other
body and past pupils — a new lighting rig, sound Naval school choirs at the Seafarers’ Service in
system, state of the art projection and a refurbished St Paul’s Cathedral (pictured right), and they
stage which uncovered the original side steps built are honoured to be invited each year to sing
in the 1950s have given the Performance Team (a Evensong at St George’s Chapel, Windsor.
collaboration between the Art, Drama and Music
Both Prep and Senior School pupils can take part
departments) an exciting venue for plays, shows,
in orchestras and ensembles and a large variety
concerts and exhibitions.
of instrumental tuition is on offer throughout
The quality and range of performance are rarely the week.
encountered outside the specialist performing
Art and Design includes Fine Art, Textiles,
arts schools, evidenced in the outstanding
Design Technology and Photography — Senior
feedback received from the examiners at LAMDA,
School pupils enjoy the latest technology in laser
the Associated Board of the Royal College of
cutters, 3D printers, workshop tools and dark
Music, and the Royal Academy of Dance. The
room equipment. Prep School pupils celebrate
Royal School has strong links with Yvonne Arnaud
their achievements each year with Arts Week,
Youth Theatre in Guildford and our pupils of all
beginning with the Family Fiesta and culminating
ages are involved in production groups there
in a stunning exhibition.
including Edinburgh Festival productions.
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Sport & Outdoor Pursuits
Sport plays a very important role in the life of the School, be it through the teamwork of competitive
fixtures, the enjoyment of friendly matches, European tours or pre-season training camps. Girls take
part in Lacrosse, Netball, Rounders, Cricket, Tennis and Athletics as their main sports, whilst boys
participate in Sevens Rugby, Football, Cricket, Basketball, Badminton and Athletics on a regular basis.
Several of our staff have represented their country in their specialist sport and we also employ a
variety of professional coaches and instructors. At every level throughout the School, including
the Sixth Form, sport is a timetabled activity which gives everyone the opportunity to achieve and
maintain high levels of fitness.
Our most talented pupils compete at county, Outdoor Pursuits play a significant role in pupils’
national and international levels in all manner of development, encouraging leadership, teamwork,
sports including sailing, lacrosse, netball, cricket, resilience and many other transferable skills.
rugby, show jumping and football. Our U16 The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme is very
Netball team were Surrey county finalists and we popular, with most pupils taking the Bronze
have a team in the Surrey Sports Park local netball Award and a significant number progressing to
league. We have players in the Surrey Storm Elite Silver and Gold. For the younger pupils, Outdoor
netball pathway, an U19 Italian team lacrosse Learning/Forest School is a timetabled activity
player, Surrey County cricketers and a pupil in from Reception Class to Prep 6.
the London Irish Rugby Academy programme.
As a School, it is our aim that every pupil will
leave us with at least one sport that they will take
forward into adult life.
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Personal Development
Our aim is to create a culture that develops the qualities and attributes that serve young people
and adults best in leading a fulfilling and successful life, however one may define success. The School’s
values — courage, collaboration, compassion, commitment, curiosity, creativity — within our Christian
foundation give a structure to this aim.
At The Royal School we cherish individuality and nurture strengths - encouraging our pupils to be the
best that they can be. We offer academic enrichment opportunities alongside a broad extra-curricular
programme. Pupils are encouraged to try new activities, develop new skills and explore new interests.
Coupled with leadership opportunities such as captainships, Prefect and Head Boy/Girl positions,
pupils can build on their own unique aspirations and develop a crucial understanding of the important
balance between empowerment and responsibility.
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Wider Curriculum pupil relationships, which underpin our sense of Faith and Service Prayer provides an opportunity for quiet reflection
spirit and care, we understand the necessity of for all pupils — of all faiths or none. The Senior
We offer a broad range of opportunities at The a tailored, personalised approach to encourage School has a small Chapel attached to Kilmorey
Royal School, helping pupils to gain new skills, Love the Lord your God, with all your heart… and
everyone to take all opportunities to succeed. Hall, which is regularly used as an interactive
experience new opportunities, foster deeper love your neighbour as yourself
Embarking upon The Royal School journey means prayer room with themed installations and also for
interests and promote their own character (Matthew 22: 37 – 39)
that our pupils will evolve, excel and flourish to discussions and many other faith based activities.
development. We know that some of the most be effective communicators and leaders in our
fulfilled people are those who have developed Pupils have the opportunity to contribute to the
exciting and diverse world.
interests outside of their work or family lives The Royal School bases its ethos on a love of God school’s spiritual life through community service
that allow them to meet new people or indulge and a love of neighbour. Building on the vision and fundraising. This not only benefits the local
in physical, intellectual or creative activities. To Scholarship Programme of our founding fathers, we strive to nurture the and wider community but also develops a strong
this end, we monitor the engagement of all our Christian faith through our teaching, through sense of social responsibility.
The scholarship programme at The Royal School is our pastoral care, through our collective worship
pupils in wider activities either inside or outside
an opportunity for those who excel academically enabling pupils to become spiritually aware and to
of school time. It is often these voluntary and
or have exceptional talent and potential in a form their own beliefs.
enjoyable pursuits that serve to recharge our
particular discipline to develop their skills and
energies, nourish the soul and equip us all to
passions alongside making a contribution to our
manage the competing pressures of daily life.
vibrant and forward looking school.
We understand the importance of treating every
Pastoral Care and Wellbeing scholar as an individual and instead of a ‘one size
Here, at The Royal School, we pride ourselves on fits all’ programme, ours is tailored to bring out
our approach to wellbeing: it forms the core of our the best in everyone and ensure they progress and
community’s beliefs and values as we prepare and thrive. Each scholar is paired with a staff mentor to
equip our pupils with the tools to thrive in an ever ensure their continual development and support
changing society. Happiness is a construct we all throughout their time at The Royal. They will have
strive for, yet wellbeing is about more than that regular one-to-one meetings to set targets, review
– it is about providing the tools for our pupils to and make the most of the opportunities on offer.
discover who they are as people; it is about giving Our scholars are role models within the school
them the space to step outside of themselves and set an example for others in their conduct
confidently to engage with and overcome and attitude. They play an active role in life at The
challenge and adversity. Royal, upholding our values and ethos and acting
Everyone is a member of the Pastoral Team at as ambassadors for the school.
The Royal School. Through the excellent staff and
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The Extended Day
All pupils from our youngest to our oldest
can take advantage of our extended day;
supervised breakfast and tea options are
available across both Prep and Senior
schools as well as opportunities to complete
prep or join one our many supervised clubs
and activities.
Boarding
Senior pupils can take advantage of full, weekly or flexi boarding. QEII, our boarding house, comprises
single and double study bedrooms and triple bedrooms for younger students. There is a comfortable
common room where boarders can relax and socialise together, kitchenette facilities, a fully equipped
gym and lecture theatre within the building. With its large projector screen and home theatre surround
sound, the lecture theatre is available for weekend movie sessions.
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Beyond School:
University Destinations and Careers
The results that our Sixth Formers achieve are impressive: an average 69% A*/B grades at A Level in
the last four years with around 60% of our Sixth Formers accepting places at Russell Group universities.
An early applications programme of specialist These month long journeys take place every two
preparation is provided for those applying to years and include a tough trek up mountains or
Oxford or Cambridge or other highly competitive through jungle and a substantial charity project,
universities or courses and additional academic uniting two important Royal School values of
guidance is also given to prepare for the relevant adventurousness and care for others.
admissions tests.
At our Outlook Conferences and Careers Fairs,
Achieving a place at university is not necessarily past pupils, Governors, parents and friends of
everyone’s goal and we encourage each individual the School offer advice in Dentistry, Journalism,
to do what is right for them; an apprenticeship Engineering, Law, Sports Management, Medicine,
with National Rail, an internship in a London PR and Marketing, TV/Radio, the Arts and the
fashion house, joining a Dance Conservatoire and Armed Forces to name just a few!
charity work are recent choices that a few of our
We are always delighted to hear the news of our
Sixth Formers have made.
former pupils and run reunions regularly.
The School is an enthusiastic supporter of global
expeditions and challenges — pupils have travelled
to Borneo, Venezuela, Tamil Nadu, Botswana, Peru,
Cambodia, Thailand and Tanzania over the last
fifteen years.
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Surrey GU27 1HQ
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