St Winifred's School
St. Winifred’s is a small independent school near the center of Southampton. The school caters for boys and girls from five to eleven years old. The nursery takes children from two years old, including those receiving nursery grants. St. Winifred’s is a member of the Independent Schools Association (ISA) and the Independent Schools Council (ISC).
The school aims to provide for the whole child through a varied curriculum, with a wide programme of study and opportunities to develop all aspects of every pupil’s talents. The core subjects, English, Maths and Science, as well as the development of Information Communication Technology (ICT) skills are at the centre of learning throughout the school. Pupils are encouraged and helped to develop a disciplined approach to personal study skills at all ages. Group and class activities help everyone to experience cooperative work and gain useful understanding of others skills and feelings.
Details of the curriculum can be found on our curriculum pages. A structured academic program is covered by all age groups. This is delivered by specialist staff which enables every pupil to achieve their potential. Continuous assessment and tests prepare the upper school pupils for their entrance exams, as well as preparing them for further achievement at secondary school.
The school provides regular feedback about pupils’ progress at Parents’ Evenings and regular reports. Weekly newsletters are sent to parents informing them of events the pupils are involved in as well as activities happening within the school. Parents are encouraged to be involved in their children’s education wherever possible.
The school is proud of its achievements in music, drama, games, swimming and dance. As well as our own two indoor hall spaces and playground, the school takes advantage of The Gregg School's sports facilities. Weekly games, swimming and gym/dance sessions with qualified staff are provided, as well as a variety of after school activities.
Each year all pupils participate in various performances, competitions and productions, gaining much personal satisfaction and confidence that will help them in later life.
Further opportunities are provided, through extra-curricular activities, to develop individual talents and personal strengths and interests. Monthly Achievement Assemblies celebrate individual and group interests in and out of school as well as focusing on pupils Endeavour and Courtesy within school. These are opportunities for every individual to develop a sense of self-worth.
The school provides Before School Care from eight o'clock in the morning, and After School Club until six o’clock for pupils aged three upwards.
Prospective pupils are very welcome to spend a ‘taster’ day with their prospective class, to allow them to form some impression of the school.
If you would like to know more about St Winifred’s, please contact the school office, or look around our web-site.
I will be happy to meet you to discuss your child’s future and show you the school in action.
Mrs C A Pearcey
Headteacher
