Schools & Colleges in Berkshire

Maidenhead, Berkshire ~ Schools & Colleges
BCA is a regional College based in Berkshire, offering a range of full and part time courses.

About us:

BCA is Berkshire’s Countryside College based just outside Maidenhead. We offer a range of courses covering subjects such as Animal Management, Equestrian Studies, Construction, Early Years, Public Services, Motor Vehicle, Health Studies and Care, Countryside Management, Horticulture, Sport and Floristry.

If you are leaving school and not sure what to do next, take a look at the wide variety of programmes available. They will provide you with specialist work related qualifications which may be used as an entry route to work or with successful completion as a progression on to continuing Further or Higher Education.

The College also offers a range of part-time programmes ideal for those already in work, considering a career change, or just looking for something fun and new to learn. From beekeeping to first aid for dog owners, there are plenty of opportunities to learn a new skill or qualification.

Set within 400 acres BCA has extensive practical facilities based around an attractive and friendly campus. It is an ideal environment within which to learn and develop skills and interests. Our up-to-date resources will support you in your education and practical training and our experienced and qualified staff will support and guide you through this new phase of learning.

Our daily transport service picks up from many local towns including Maidenhead, Bourne End, Marlow, Reading, Bracknell and Slough, there is also residential accommodation on-site for over 70 students.

Contact Details:

Berkshire College of Agriculture
Hall Place
Burchetts Green
Maidenhead
Berkshire
SL6 6QR

Telephone: 01628 824444

Wargrave, Berkshire ~ Schools & Colleges
Heroes – An alternative to main stream school

About us:

We are an Alternative Education Centre based in Wargrave Berkshire, which supports young people who are being home-educated, or young people who are looking for an alternative provision to the traditional school, a smaller more caring environment.

We are set in a beautiful woodland setting which offers a calm, relaxed, secure place to learn and make friends

We offer workshops in all curriculum subjects, group activities, team building, sports plus lots of other subjects.

We are open 10am – 4pm Tuesday – Friday

Contact Details:

Heroes
Camp Mohawk
Highfield Lane
Crazies Hill
Wargrave
Berkshire
RG10 8PU

Telephone: 01628 783107

Wokingham, Berkshire ~ Schools & Colleges
Independent boarding and day co-education for 0-18 years

About us:

At Bearwood, we value your child’s educational experience within our learning community more than anything else. It will only be when you visit us that you will truly experience our warm atmosphere in which your child will thrive. Please come to one of our Open Days and take a closer look.

Situated within a 250-acre estate, with an impressive Mansion House, extensive grounds including woods and a lake, and purpose-built facilities including a theatre, chapel and swimming pool, Bearwood College is a ‘through school’ catering for children from 3 months to 18 years. The opening of our Prep School, starting with the Year 3 class in September 2007, will complete the progressive development which has seen Bearwood grow over the last four years to include a Nursery, Pre-Prep, Prep and Senior School, including Sixth Form.

Each year Bearwood’s scholars achieve many team and individual successes within the academic, sporting, musical and dramatic arenas. These demonstrate how the breadth of our curriculum, alongside the extensive range of extra-curricular activities and encouragement of outdoor pursuits, ensure that all pupils have a balanced all-round education and experience.

For more information call 0118 974 8300 or email registrar@bearwoodcollege.co.uk.

Contact Details:

Bearwood College
New Road
Wokingham
Berkshire
RG41 5BG

Telephone: 0118 974 8300

Ascot, Berkshire ~ Schools & Colleges
Hurst Lodge is an Independent school for girls aged 3 – 18 and boys aged 3-11

About us:

Hurst Lodge is a day and weekly boarding school in Ascot for girls aged 3 – 18 and boys aged 3 – 7. At the heart of our school is the belief that everyone has potential; we aspire to help our students realise theirs by encouraging learning for life and celebrating all achievements equally. Everyone has something to contribute and the final result is built on teamwork and co-operation.

Pupils study a rich and varied curriculum with a team of enthusiastic and professional teachers. As we are a small school our teaching groups allow individual attention, enabling pupils to maximise their potential and self-confidence.

Kindergarten and Pre Prep provide a family atmosphere, where children make the best possible start to school life. Our emphasis on Key Skills and range of activities, including IT, music, drama, dance and sport, encourage the development of a lively and creative imagination. The Junior School also offers an enriched curriculum and takes advantage of the creative arts opportunities available throughout the school.

Senior students are encouraged to become independent learners taking ownership of their studies. Girls have a Form and Personal Tutor to ensure a high level of pastoral care and guidance. We offer a breadth of academic and vocational subjects. Creative and performance arts are offered at all levels. Students are also encouraged to participate in the Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

We have a tradition of Performing Arts; the vibrant energy created within these departments give confidence throughout all areas of school life. After school, students are encouraged to join a variety of after school classes including Ballet, Modern, Tap, Jazz, Musical Theatre, IT, Maths, Sport and Cookery. Sport is also taught at all levels and we offer many sports clubs; we play netball, tennis, football, rounders, badminton, judo, rugby, hockey; we swim and participate in athletics.

Contact Details:

Hurst Lodge School
Bagshot Road
Ascot
Berkshire
SL5 9JU

Telephone: 01344 622154

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Wokingham ~ Schools
Independent day school for girls aged 2+ to 11 & Co-educational Nursery in Wokingham Berkshire.

About us:

We are a Christian, co-educational nursery and a girls’ day preparatory school. We offer extended day hours from 8:00 am until 6:00pm, with lunch and tea. All children in the nursery may enjoy flexible sessions and stay the whole day as required.We have small classes and excellent teaching standards. Girls leaving White House go on to a range of state and independent school.

Contact Details:

White House Preparatory School
Finchamstead Road
Wokingham
Berkshire
RG40 3HD

Telephone: 0118 978 5151

Twyford ~ Schools-Colleges
Infant School

About us:

At Polehampton CE Infant School, we are very proud of our school and feel privileged to play a part in the education of our children. We aim to make the school an excellent learning environment where children feel happy and secure, and where they will be challenged and supported in their learning.

We aim to maintain traditional values and a caring ethos by ensuring that our children are educated to the highest possible standards. We create a happy, stimulating and caring environment that will both develop their differing talents and meet their individual needs.

Contact Details:

Polehampton CE Infant School
Hermitage Drive
Twyford
Reading
Berkshire
RG10 9HS

Telephone: 0118 934 0246

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Bracknell ~ Schools-Colleges
Welcome to Great Hollands Primary School

About us:

We provide

# Education for 3 to 11 year olds.
# A broad and engaging curriculum.
# Outstanding support for our pupils in a happy and caring environment.
# ICT supported syllabus.
# Extensive grounds and facilities including a gymnasium.
# On site Nursery for our 3-5 year olds with morning or afternoon sessions available.
# Breakfast Club and After School Club.
# Holiday Club.
# A large variety of extra curricular activities including Chess Club, Judo, Line dancing, Football, Choir, French, Drama and Knitting Club.

Phone now to arrange a visit and see what we can offer you and your child.

Contact Details:

Great Hollands Primary School
Wordsworth
Bracknell
Berkshire
RG12 8YR

Telephone: 01344 424911