St Dominic's Prospectus Prep

Boys have been welcomed into our Senior School since September 2016 PREPARATORY SCHOOL 4 to 11 Years An Independent Day School, Educating Boys and Girls from Pre-school to the age of 16

GENERAL where your child will embrace new EXTRA-CURRICULAR educational challenges. From Pre-school The Preparatory School prides itself on to Year 6, our students are provided with The cultural life of the school is rich its friendly atmosphere and all students a balance between structured learning and varied. Students are encouraged to are encouraged to develop their and play; nurture and challenge. St. involve themselves in a range of extra- understanding of others. Dominic’s encourages all of our students curricular activities and experiences. Art, to reach their full potential across the Cookery, Chess, Computer, Gardening, The pastoral care throughout the school curriculum and in a range of extra- ICT and Sports Clubs are some of the is outstanding. Each one of our students curricular activities. activities on offer. is known and valued as an individual. There is a dynamic relationship between We offer a personalised and tailored The school is recognised for outstanding students, parents and staff which is education through a combination of provision in the creative and performing essential for each child’s development. traditional teaching methods and the arts. Our whole school production use of technology, innovation and involves students of all ages in a range Our small class sizes offer your child interaction. The curriculum is varied and of roles. Drama and Dance workshops the maximum support needed for engaging so that our students thrive and are offered as part of our extra-curricular individual development and progress. We achieve their potential. Our students are activities. Music pervades the life of the expect high standards of behaviour and encouraged to embrace the creative and school: piano, drums, marimba, brass, encourage all our children to care for performing arts; to enhance their general singing, flute, clarinet, saxophone, violin others. Our students behave respectfully, approach to learning. and guitar lessons are offered to P2-P6 responsibly and thoughtfully. students by peripatetic music teachers. Dedicated and well qualified prep When the time comes for your children teachers work alongside specialist St. Dominic’s offers varied opportunities to progress into the Senior School, they subject teachers for Sport, Science, in sport. Specialist PE staff coach a range will have the confidence to manage French, Music, Dance and Drama. of sports, including netball, football, the change seamlessly. tennis, cricket, swimming, golf, cross- Trips and visits support topics in the country and athletics. Sports teams CURRICULUM classroom. All are enjoyable experiences participate in fixtures against other which enhance and stimulate learning. local schools on a regular basis. Our The Prep School at St. Dominic’s Priory prep students enjoy success in district, School is a happy and supportive place regional and national competitions over the year.

Trips to local theatres, exhibitions and TESTIMONIALS galleries also feature as part of our extra-curricular provision. Beyond the ‘ Since joining St. Dominic’s earlier in the year, our daughter has become a classroom, St. Dominic’s ensures there confident, smiling, happy child who embraces everything your school has are many opportunities for personal offered; thank you.’ development. The school grounds and the local area provide many varied ‘ Happy, positive, polite and enthusiastic children and staff who are forward opportunities for learning outside the thinking and motivated. We are thrilled with the progress and support our classroom. son has received in the Prep School.’ BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE ‘ The greatest asset St. Dominic’s Priory School possesses is its nurturing approach. The ethos of the school seeks to underpin a child’s education We know how busy parents are, so we with confidence and high self-esteem. It is easy for parents to see, every offer before and after school care each day, how this transfers into everything the children do, setting them up for day. Early Birds opens at 7.30am and is a secure and successful future.’ free of charge unless your child requires breakfast then a small fee is payable. ‘ I know that moving our children to St. Dominic’s was the very best choice. After School Tea Club runs from 3.30pm I admire so many things about this school, from the dedication of the to 6pm; light tea is served and again a teaching staff towards each child, to the surroundings and superbly friendly small fee is charged for this provision. atmosphere.’ ‘ The access to the teaching staff and the management team is outstanding. This plays a vital role in the parents’ understanding of what is best for our children. St. Dominic’s clubs, activities and sports facilities are particularly engaging, giving students a well-rounded education for life. All this and an ISI rating of excellent, really shows how their particular approach works.’

‘The quality of academic, pastoral care, ‘The school’s small classes, allows each ‘Students are self-confident, self-aware personal development and relationships students’ needs and strengths to be and respect themselves and others. amongst staff and students is excellent.’ addressed. This and the family environment Their excellent moral development is is closely linked to the outstanding constantly strengthened.’ ISI 2015 academic results.’ ISI 2015 ISI 2015 We would like to welcome you to visit our school so you can see for yourselves what a wonderful setting this would be for your child. Call 01785 814181 ♦ [email protected] ♦ www.stdominicspriory.co.uk ♦ Station Road, Stone ST15 8EN