Jul 2009
Rookesbury Park School

'Boarding is Best at this School of Strengths'

At Rookesbury Park School, the Head Pippa Harris-Burland is building a school of strengths. She says, ‘My vision is for Rookesbury to develop as a strengths-based school, using our setting more effectively, being known for our high academic standards, and challenging our pupils with a stimulating curriculum in a nurturing family environment.  Our Boarding House is a safe and supportive home from home where each child, from the age of 7 through to 13 years old is listened to and has the space and loving encouragement to be who they want to be. Pippa states, ‘Our small community upstairs operates just like a family; weekends are relaxed and activities such as ice skating, cycling and cake making all add to the family unit. We are a very happy school where relationships between children and adults take priority - recognised as ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted.’ Pippa is very proud of the family environment for boarders and encourages all children to contact parents, especially those posted abroad. Each child has their own personal log in to skype, to enable them to contact parents. This means that loved ones are never far away. She is a huge advocate of the well being of the children, and their happiness is her top priority. Through such activities as yoga, Circle Time, setting SMART targets and all the sport the children are involved in, their spiritual well being has been shown to facilitate better results in the classroom as well as creating a happy and flourishing school.For more information about Rookesbury Park School, please call 01329 833 108. Academic scholarships are available this September 2009 for entry into Years 7 and 8. Bursaries for all forces families.  www.rookesburyparkschool.co.uk   back to list