Pupils, staff and mums from King Edward’s dressed in pink and ran, jogged or walked in the Race for Life to raise money for Cancer Research UK.

Staff, pupils and parents were delighted to receive the news that King Edward’s School has been judged as ‘outstanding’ in a recent inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.

The inspectors focused on eight distinct ‘aspects’ of the work of the School. The inspectors’ final judgements in each case are highlighted below:

Headmaster of King Edward’s School, Mr Boden, commented: “I am so thrilled that the School has emerged with such distinction and with what will most likely be one of the most successful ISI reports published anywhere in the country this year.  Inspectors comment frequently and most positively on the expertise and commitment of both teaching and support staff, on the warmth and friendliness of relationships at all levels within the School community, on the outstanding levels of achievement and success in all areas and also on the happy, welcoming and caring atmosphere which is a hallmark of the School.  In all aspects, the School has either matched or significantly improved upon the very high levels noted in the last inspection of 2002.  For that, I am most grateful for the support and commitment of both current and former colleagues, pupils, parents, governors and benefactors, all of whom can be proud of the contribution they have made, and continue to make, to the work of an ‘outstanding’ school.”

The inspection reported that King Edward’s is “outstandingly successful in meeting its aims” and “is now superbly suited to the demands of education in a modern setting.”

The Junior and Pre-Prep Independent Schools Inspection report highlights the very high quality of education and care provided by both Schools from Early Years through to Year 6.

Martin Boden, Headmaster of King Edward’s School said “It is a pleasure to report that all aspects of the educational provision in the Junior and Pre-Prep Schools were judged to be in the top two categories, with particular praise given to pupils’ personal development, the quality of pastoral care, the schools’ links with parents and the community and the many examples of excellence in teaching and learning.

The inspectors’ conclusions highlight the strengths of the curriculum and of the extra-curricular programme, whilst also praising the thorough preparation received by children at all ages in readiness for the next stage of their education.  Pupils emerge as confident and independent learners supported by a framework of excellent pastoral care and a strong sense of community.  As Headmaster of King Edward’s School, I am, of course, delighted that the report draws attention to the many successful and developing links between the three sections of the School, as well as highlighting the strengths of the leadership of Jayne Gilbert, Head of King Edward’s Pre-Prep and Greg Taylor, Headmaster of King Edward’s Junior School.

King Edward’s School is one of the country’s finest independent co-educational day schools providing an ‘outstanding’ education for children aged from three to eighteen.

The School production of The Soldiers’ Christmas was performed beautifully by every child in the School. The true meaning of Christmas was highlighted through drama, music and song. The children skipped into School with excitement all over their faces – they couldn’t wait to put their costumes on and perform on the stage. It was wonderful to see the children perform with confidence and joy.