New term and a new school for children
A MAJOR new school has opened in East Staffordshire after a lavish opening ceremony.
The Prep at Denstone College has formally opened to cater for pupils up to Year 6.
Following a welcome address by Professor Nigel Ratcliffe and a ribbon-cutting ceremony, visitors were invited into the new school to see their classrooms and test the new playground equipment.
The opening event for the private, fee-paying school was attended by parents, governors and Old Denstonians. The facility was previously based at Smallwood Manor, near Uttoxeter, which is now up for sale
A spokesperson from the school said: “In addition to our dedicated prep teaching staff for the core subjects of English, maths and science the schools opens with a range of specialist staff delivering art, music, games, outdoor learning and languages.
“The Prep at Denstone College will start with a staff-to-pupil ratio of 1:10 assisted by an additional five part-time teaching assistants.
“Increased admissions applications for The Prep since we announced the opening of this new school means that we have opened and staffed two classes in Years 5 and 6.”
One parent said: “We’re really proud of Iliyin and his achievements. We look forward to his time at The Prep at Denstone College, and eventually, the transition to the College.”
Another parent said: “We are so excited to be part of the College. The Prep looks fantastic, well done to all who made it possible. WE have one very excited son.”