Education

Education at The Acorn School is about creating well-rounded individuals. Our aim is to nurture and develop each student’s intellectual, emotional and physical self-confidence through a balanced curriculum that integrates academic, creative and physical activities, underpinned by a strong commitment to moral values.

The size of the school allows for an intimate and family atmosphere, where each student can be fully understood by all members of staff. Students feel they belong and feel that they are respected for who they are. In return we expect a high level of commitment from all students and parents to our shared ethos and approach.

As a result of our unique approach, we take pride in the fact that The Acorn School attains standards, both behaviourally and educationally, that are not often achieved in mainstream education, whether state funded or independent.

Freedom from public exams means that we can follow an extremely broad curriculum with rigour, depth and meaning.

Our focus on creativity and imagination means that students are encouraged to explore for themselves and as a result take great pride in their work.

Our unique approach to physical education and outdoor activity, which plays a major part in school life, fosters personal development and the ability to work together.