Description
The Beacon School is Independent Secondary school in Selective for kids aged 3 to 13 (Gender - 3 to 13 )
The Beacon is a leading independent Prep school for boys aged 3 to 13. They prepare boys for secondary education through a broad curriculum that offers both richness and diversity of opportunity. From the very first steps in initial learning, to success in examinations, the priority is to ensure sound academic development within a happy and stimulating community. In addition, they aim to give all the boys the skills they need to thrive throughout their adult lives, along with a lifelong curiosity and love of learning.Boys are educated by a caring and dedicated team of expert Teachers. Class sizes are small and within well-resourced buildings that are set within beautiful surroundings and 16 acres of playing fields. High expectations encourage each boy to perform to his best – in the classroom, on the playing fields, in Music and Drama and the Creative Arts. Whatever your son’s passions, they will strive to inspire and enlighten him throughout his time at The Beacon.
Facilities
Pre-Prep
Pre-Prep is the start of The Beacon journey for boys aged 3-7. During these precious years, they ensure every boy feels secure and valued, so they are inspired to achieve their full potential.From its earliest stages in Nursery, our curriculum aims to foster a life-long love of learning and curiosity in the boys. They enjoy a rich and varied curriculum, which will prepare today’s boys for tomorrow’s world. Boys from Reception onwards are taught by a Class Teacher with a full-time assistant. Specialist taught subjects such as Music, Games, PE, Drama, ICT and International Studies are spread throughout the week and complement the core learning.Music and Drama play an integral role in Pre-Prep and all boys perform in annual productions. A variety of after-school clubs are available to boys from the Summer Term in Reception upwards. These include chess, singing, Art, Spanish and storytelling. There is also a range of fun and educational school trips.
Prep School
From the age of seven, boys enter our Prep School, which comprises Lower School (Years 3 and 4), Middle School (Years 5 and 6) and Upper School (Years 7 and 8). This is an important developmental stage for the Beacon boys, as they learn greater independence and enjoy further specialist teaching. They mature and grow throughout each of these three distinct stages. The popular House system is also introduced in the Prep School, with boys joining one of four Houses and enjoying a wide variety of cross-age group activities and competitions. This system provides a focus for boys’ energies on the sports field, in the classroom and in other areas of School life. Regular House and sectional assemblies take place, enabling success to be celebrated and team spirit fostered.As the boys progress through our Prep School, they also enjoy taking part in a wide range of competitive sports fixtures, experience an exciting variety of cross-curricular residential trips and take on further responsibilities within the School.
Features
Things to note
Beyond the Classroom
At The Beacon, our boys’ learning and lives outside the classroom are just as important as their academic progress. Our well-established introductory meetings, moving-up mornings and mentoring programme help new boys quickly settle into The Beacon. The flourishing School Councils and Self & Society (PSHEE) lessons give boys the opportunity to discuss any issues that might arise throughout the year. They have a dedicated School Counsellor and Medical Centre, which provide invaluable support to our community. The whole-school mindfulness programme, starting in Reception with weekly mindful yoga sessions, equips the boys with essential skills to manage the ever-increasing pace of life, as they grow and develop.
Performing Arts
Music and Drama are an integral and valued part of School life at The Beacon from Reception upwards, and these areas continue to grow in strength every year. They are honoured and proud to have been shortlisted for the Independent Schools of the Year Award 2022 in the Performing Arts (Music & Drama) category.Music and Drama are an integral and valued part of Beacon life and these areas continue to grow in strength year on year.
Outdoor Learning
Over the past few years, Outdoor Learning at The Beacon has flourished, with boys from Reception to Year 8 enjoying interactive learning outdoors. Where better to learn new things while appreciating the beauty of nature
School Trips
School trips are an important part of life at The Beacon, and the boys experience a varied range of fun and educational outings from Reception upwards. School trips reflect and complement many aspects of the curriculum, and all term-time trips are included in the fees.Boys in Year 4 and above enjoy an annual residential trip. This year, the Year 4 boys are looking forward to a two-night trip to Shortenills Environmental Education Centre in the Chilterns, Year 5 will take part in a three-night trip to Windmill Hill in Sussex, Year 6 enjoy a week-long multi-activity trip to Newquay and Year 7 go on a team-building trip within the first two weeks of joining Upper School, where their leadership, problem solving and communication skills are put to the test in a multi-activity 2-night stay under canvas.
Extra Curricular
Please check the school website link for details.
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