Ready to take on the world
The nurturing, individualised learning environment at Oxfordshire's Griffin House School encourages children to become the very best that they can be
Set within ve acres of grounds nestled in the Chiltern Hills, Gri n House School provides an outstanding education for boys and girls aged three to 11 years in a happy, nurturing environment. e school’s small class sizes and individualised-learning environment ensures that children are given the attention and support they deserve to excel, as well as being exceptionally well cared for.
is is re ected in excellent 11+ results and its inclusion in e Sunday Times Top 100 Independent Schools list (based on SATs results) for the past ve years.
Learning at Gri n House School, part of the Chatsworth Schools group, is brought to life in all subjects through the passion and knowledge of dedicated teachers. A committed sta team have high expectations of pupils inspiring them to believe anything is possible and there’s a calm, purposeful learning environment that encourages mutual respect and enables children to reach their full potential.
Gri n House School encourages pupils to grow as a whole person, ensuring they develop self-con dence and become thoughtful, valuable members of the community. As part of the school’s pastoral care, younger pupils are encouraged to look up to the older children, while the older children, in turn, are taught responsibility and compassion. Every member of the school community has an important role in creating the distinct ethos of value and respect.
With ve acres of grounds, Gri n House School boasts a unique opportunity to learn outside of the classroom. Each Early Years class has a speci c, designated outdoor space, and across the school the timetable includes outdoor learning opportunities. e school grounds host wonderful locations for den building, camp res and unearthing creepy-crawlies, as well as the chance to positively encourage children to look a er their natural environment and improve it for their future.
At Gri n House School, sport is an integral part of school life. All of the children enjoy playing di erent games with each other, learning the meaning of teamwork, patience, fair play and resilience. In the prep school, all pupils (boys and girls) participate and represent the school in a wide range of sports including cross country running, tag-rugby, netball, football, hockey, rounders, cricket and athletics. e school also takes part in many Independent Schools Association regional and national tournaments.
A er lessons end, Gri n House’s diverse extracurricular programme kicks in with a termly timetable of sporting, artistic, educational and above all, fun activities for children to choose from. e school runs a variety of exciting, interest-led and seasonal clubs each term, giving pupils the chance to form friendships and links with others across di erent form groups.
Gri n House School pupils achieve fantastic academic success, with exceptional 11+ results and around 75 per cent of children moving onto selective grammar and independent schools – including Wycombe High School, Aylesbury Grammar School and Abingdon School. ese results are all the more impressive as Gri n House School is non-selective.
Gri n House School provides an outstanding education in a nurturing environment. e school takes pride in year six pupils leaving as capable and con dent individuals, ready to continue their educational journey and take on the world.
To nd out more, see gri nhouseschool.co.uk and to book a visit call 01844 346154 or email secretary@grinhouseschool.co.uk
CREATIVE SUBJECTS, SUCH AS sport, art, music and drama enhance the academic curriculum TO DEVELOP WELL-ROUNDED, ADVENTUROUS YOUNG PEOPLE