Founded in 1975, the school offers a distinctive education for boys of 10 to 18. It has its own Junior School at 91 Queen's Gate and receives the bulk of its pupils from there. There is an entry direct into the Senior School at 11 or 13 from both State and Independent schools, and also at 16 for A Levels.
In addition to a wide range of classroom subjects, the school has certain original features: spiritual and moral values are introduced via philosophy and meditation; the teaching of philosophy emphasises the fundamental unity of all religious faiths; classical languages are restored to their traditional prominence; and boys are introduced to the best of art, music, literature and drama. Senior boys take a full range of GCSE's and the Sixth Form offers a wide choice of traditional A Levels plus a non-examination course in Philosophy, Economics, Law and Modern History. Team games and enterprising outdoor pursuits strongly encouraged (mountaineering, sailing, ACF, Duke of Edinburgh). Music, art and drama are exceptional.
Cultural visits: all boys visit Classical Greece at 12 and Renaissance Florence at 14/15 to give them an insight into the best of European culture.
Academic standards are high. In 1997 88.8% of GCSE papers were passed at Grade C or above (62% Grade A*, A or B); A Level pass rate was 100%; almost all Sixth Formers go to university.
The school aims to build sound character, nourish talent, and turn out warm-hearted level-headed young men.
