Description
Brookes UK is Independent Secondary school in Non-selective for kids aged 2 to 18 (Gender - 2 to 18 )
Brookes is one of Suffolk’s most remarkable independent schools offering a rural setting, special family environment, a unique child-centred approach to learning and a positive culture of wellbeing.Each of the students is encouraged and individually supported at every stage, from their earliest years at Cherry Trees Montessori nursery through to their GCSEs in the main school. Being an international school enhances learning and development for all.
Facilities
Cherry Trees
Building on over 35 years’ experience of offering exceptional childcare, Cherry Trees provides a high-quality Montessori education for children aged 2 to 5, designed to give them the best start in life. Nestled in the beautiful countryside of Suffolk, our purpose-built space with indoor and outdoor classrooms is designed to meet your child’s needs where they can experience, develop and learn in a nurturing environment. The Cherry Trees teachers respect your child’s inner motivation to develop their own interests by ensuring that the environment is engaging. Celebrating the classroom environment our teachers have fostered, Cherry Trees teaching and learning is rated “Excellent” by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
Lower School
The Lower School is a safe, happy and nurturing environment where children can grow academically, socially and emotionally at a pace that suits them. We follow and go beyond the National Curriculum with a unique approach which allows children to make links between subjects, encouraging interest and excitement in learning. A more holistic approach means we are able to follow the needs of each individual child, building on their natural inquisitiveness and desire to learn.Each class has its own class teacher but is supported by subject specialists. Teaching assistants are able to offer individual support for those who require it. Subjects covered include: English, Maths, Science, Geography, History, ICT, French, Art, Design, Music, PE, PSHE
Senior School
The Senior School sees pupils explore a rich and varied curriculum that provides every individual with an exceptional learning experience. They tailor our teaching to each pupil, harness their interests and strengths to aid their progression. However, this approach does not stop at the classroom door. They offer a wealth of extra-curricular activities to develop pupils. The Senior School is full of opportunities for students to flourish, with a variety of clubs, trips, events and activities throughout the year. They believe that building character and educating students on how to develop positive relationships are the foundations for a successful Senior School journey. Whilst they offer an exceptional learning experience delivered by outstanding staff, they also highly value the social and emotional development of the students. A positive education strategy allows for students to explore and understand the science of well-being. When students feel positive within themselves, they can get closer to reaching their academic potential.
Features
Things to note
Forest School
At Brookes, they introduce the children to our beautiful Forest School area from the early years. We want our children to leave Brookes confident, resilient, and engaged in the world around them.Forest School is a unique educational ethos originating in Scandinavia that promotes holistic child development within a natural woodland environment. They follow the six key principles of Forest School. Forest School uses a range of learner centred processes to encourage child-led learning. Adults are led by the children’s interests and fascinations and carefully facilitate opportunities and new exciting provocations to children.
Extra Curricular & Holiday Clubs
At Brookes, they believe that student learning is important both inside and outside of the classroom. Participating in extra-curricular activities allows each student to pursue their passions, explore areas of interest, identify personal strengths and develop collaborative skills. They host a wide variety of activities during the holidays. Due to unprecedented circumstances, Brookes UK is guided by government directive on movement and social distancing.
Sport at Brookes
Sport is an important aspect of life at Brookes. It supports our ethos by helping pupils to develop vital skills for life such as commitment, resilience, team-building, confidence, leadership, sportspersonship and learning how to win and lose. They strive, therefore, to provide as many opportunities as possible for our pupils to enjoy a competitive sporting environment at whatever playing level they can achieve. The sport programme offers each pupil with multiple sports sessions in their weekly timetable. It is our aim to participate in fixtures with other schools, for pupils to experience competition as possible.
Extra Curricular
Please check the school website link for details.
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