The school was established in 1994, and is open to all boys and girls from the ages of three and a half to ten years.
Our aim is that by the age of ten, children should be able to speak well, write beautifully, use numbers efficiently and have confidence in themselves. The curriculum upholds the principle of receiving a firm background in languages, mathematics, science and the arts.
However, the educational philosophy of the school is unusual in offering an introduction to classical languages from an early age. The study of language is developed by returning to the root of language through Latin and Sanskrit.
In the same way, mathematics is approached by understanding the laws which lie behind the natural harmony of number, and in the creative arts, drama and music. Traditional techniques of drawing and painting are taught. Participation in team sports is also a feature of school activities.
There is a particular emphasis on introducing pupils to the great spiritual teachings of the world, and the education offered at the school is aimed at developing body, mind and spirit in harmony, so that each pupil's natural talents and qualities can flourish.
The school believes in discipline, but without unnecessary force. Although excellent behaviour is always expected from our pupils, the children can learn better when they are not under pressure.
The qualities which such an education nurtures in the children of the Alcuin School are:
