Hazelhurst School was founded in the 19th Century and moved in 1986-7 to new premises formerly an adult education centre, which have been refurbished and extended to provide excellent, modern facilities for its pupils. A purpose built Pre-Preparatory school including a Nursery and a new, enlarged Gymnasium are due to be completed by the end of 1997. Forms are kept small, usually between 12 and 16 pupils in size so staff/pupil ratios are generous ensuring high standards of attainment at all levels.
Specialist staff, mainly graduates are employed and Junior pupils benefit from expert teaching in certain subjects and from provision of specialist facilities e.g. laboratories for senior pupils to which they also have access.
French is introduced from age 9 and pupils have the opportunity to study German in addition in the Senior School. All pupils study a broad curriculum which includes all the requirements of the National Curriculum and many additional subjects. Speech and Drama, Piano and Dancing lessons are given by visiting staff.
All pupils study 9-10 subjects to GCSE level and take the examination in every subject studied.
The school has its own playing fields and fully equipped gymnasium. Many sports are offered including hockey, swimming and tennis. Pupils have the opportunity to ski. There is a wide variety of clubs and societies for pupils to join at lunch time or after school.
Full details of the school are given in the comprehensive prospectus available on application to the Secretary.
