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Adcote School for Girls
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Programs and prices, tuition fees in Adcote School for Girls
Adcote School is proud of the academic success of its students:
- They consistently become the best in the county in terms of A-level results (the championship has been held for three years in a row),
- The institution ranks among the best private schools in Britain according to an independent expert assessment.
The institution operates according to the national education system: the secondary school program ends with a 2-year GCSE course and grades 12-13 A-level (also 2 years)
Adcote School is proud of the academic success of its students:
- They consistently become the best in the county in terms of A-level results (the championship has been held for three years in a row),
- The institution ranks among the best private schools in Britain according to an independent expert assessment.
The institution operates according to the national education system: the secondary school program ends with a 2-year GCSE course and grades 12-13 A-level (also 2 years).
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Primary School
- Age of students — from 7 years old.
Prep School accepts girls from 7 years old. Primary school classroom teachers work according to the Key Stage 2 curriculum, which creates a happy, safe and caring environment for learning basic skills and studying general subjects.
The class sizes at the preparatory stage of the school are small, which allows teachers to focus on developing individual literacy and mathematical skills of each student. The schedule of junior students will include both academic subjects and recreational activities. From English and mathematics to sports competitions and excursions, every day will contribute to the versatile development of the child, without overloading him.
For busy parents, the usual school schedule is being transformed into a flexible one: Children arriving at 8:00 a.m. are supervised and breakfast is provided. At the end of the school day, there is supervised preparation for the next day and activities until 17:25, followed by dinner.
Middle School
The main task at this stage is to fully and effectively prepare schoolgirls to study at a further, more complex level and to take GCSE exams. An additional foreign language is required to study – it can be Spanish, French, or Chinese. An intensive English language support program is provided for international students: it not only actively develops basic language skills, but also helps them adapt to living and studying in the UK.
A fairly wide range of academic subjects is studied:
- Ancient literature,
- Art,
- Mathematics,
- History,
- Physical education and sports,
- Chemistry,
- Computer science,
- English,
- Textiles,
- Physics,
- Food technology,
- Latin,
- Biology,
- Geography.
Summer Camp
- Age of students - from 7 to 16 years,
- The duration of studying is one or two weeks.
The summer camp at Adcote School offers students from 7 to 16 years old an exciting pastime, new emotions and interests.
Students can choose the most suitable format of education: with accommodation in residence or only full-time stay on campus. Regardless of the choice, each girl is provided with three meals a day, a variety of activities and excursions.
Children will learn outdoors, participate in thematic events aimed at developing teamwork skills, independence, dexterity, communication and coordination, as well as build self-confidence and interest in the world around them. A variety of classes combine science and mathematics, languages and literature, history and art - all educational material is presented in an informal, playful setting.
Entertainment awaits camp participants not only on campus, but also off-campus: excursions to Liverpool, Oxford, London and other metropolises of England with sightseeing, visits to cultural and entertainment centers will diversify the summer holidays.
Description of Adcote School for Girls
- Location: Shropshire, England,
- Year of foundation: 1907,
- Number of students: about 220,
- Language of instruction: English,
- Type of studying: girls only.
Adcote School for Girls is an award—winning residential school offering quality education to girls aged 7-18. Its campus is located in the heart of rural Shropshire.
One of the great advantages of the institution is the absence of gender stereotypes — girls are leaders, excel in physics, engineering and technology, in English, drama and art, can freely practice and achieve results in any sport that the British school offers. This approach helps students to believe in their abilities and understand that career paths are open to them in any field.
As an institution for girls, the school specializes in preparing specialists of the future, using extensive knowledge about methods, approaches and programs, as well as how to inspire and challenge female students, unlock their potential and realize their ambitions. That is why the educational institution regularly takes places in the rankings of the best schools and annually celebrates some of the best GCSE and A-Level exam results in the UK: more than half of the students achieve maximum scores.
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Educational process
The school uses modern technologies in the process of teaching its pupils. For example, using Google Workspace for Education, it provides girls with flexibility and accessibility in studying subjects, communicating with teachers, homework and research. Some lessons and workshops take place remotely using video recordings or live broadcasts, and homework can be found at any time in Google Classroom.
Foreign students have access to additional lessons in English - the ESL course. Depending on age, the number of classes will vary:
- Grades 3-9: 1 hour per week of General English,
- Grades 10-11: 4 hours per week (IGCSE English and Academic English support),
- Grades 12-13: 3 hours per week (IELTS and Academic English support).
Accommodation, meals, prices
Students from 8 to 18 years old can stay in the school residence, one of the two residential buildings on the territory. Girls are offered a choice of the most convenient accommodation format: full, weekly and flexible boarding. The Aston Hall residence has double rooms with bathrooms, and in Norman House the girls live next door to two, three or four female students, while having separate bathrooms in the rooms. Both buildings have common living rooms for relaxation, socializing and self-study: sofas, TV, board games, vending machine with goodies will allow you to relax after a busy day. The neighborhood of the students is determined by the age criterion, that is, girls of a similar age will be accommodated in one room. This approach will help strengthen friendly ties between the students and create comfortable living conditions. The residences are also occupied by the staff of the educational institution — tutors who organize round-the-clock support and care for the pupils of the Adcote School.
The Darby School Restaurant operates on campus, providing healthy and balanced meals to every student. The menu is varied and includes dishes from many national cuisines, and in the presence of allergic reactions or other medical indications, the team of chefs will provide alternative meals.
Subjects and sports
Activities Adcote School for Girls
The educational institution offers many activities throughout the year: creativity, sports, and social activities are supported by school staff and encouraged not only at the institution level, but also at the city and national levels. The school supports any interests of its students, helping them develop their strengths and contributing to the development of each girl as a person.
Girls can pay attention to their interests and hobbies thanks to a comfortable schedule of academic classes. On campus, they are offered sports training and classes in several types of arts, and outside the educational area there are excursions, walking tours to local attractions, and visits to entertainment centers.
Sports at Adcote School include fencing, badminton, horse riding, gymnastics, fitness and many other areas. Training sessions can be both group and individual, but any of these formats must be supervised by professional athletes. Creativity is one of the main aspects of the pupils' lives. Classes in design, music, choral singing, modeling and crafts are organized for them. The school has orchestra and rock bands, ensembles and dance classes, which contributes to the versatile development of girls.
Students who are interested in the exact sciences, humanities, and social sciences can attend a corporate club, debates, additional lessons in English or another foreign language, and other specialized clubs.
Advantages
- The school is the recipient of the ISA Senior School of the Year Award in 2019 and 2020 in recognition of high standards, academic excellence and innovation.,
- Good exam results: 40% from A to A* at A-Level, 30% from A to A* at GCSE annually,
- 100% admission to selected universities in the UK,
- Single—sex education is an absence of gender stereotypes,
- There are more than 20 nationalities among the pupils, of which 30% are foreigners.,
- Language support through an additional EAL course,
- Small number of students in classes,
- A diverse extracurricular program for developing interests and hobbies,
- The residence on campus is not closed during weekends and vacations.
Facilities and equipment at Adcote School for Girls
The school is located on 27 acres of rural Shropshire, its territory is landscaped with lush trees and landscaped lawns. On it, the following are prepared for training:
- Main building: classrooms, specialized and computer laboratories, creative studios, dining room and library,
- Four tennis courts,
- Two residences,
- A large sports hall.
Modern equipment, qualified personnel and natural beauty contribute to the comfortable and effective learning of students. Entertainment and interesting leisure await girls not only on campus, but also outside it - you can get to Shrewsbury and Chester within half an hour, and the road to Liverpool, Manchester and Birmingham will take about an hour.
Admission dates and extra charges
The academic year includes several trimesters:
- Autumn: September-December,
- Spring: January-March,
- Summer: April-July.
Classes are held on weekdays: from Monday to Friday. They are followed in the schedule by additional circles and sections. Excursions are sometimes organized on weekends and holidays.
Extras:
- Registration fee (for a programme/course) 200 GBP
- Deposit for a course/programme 500 GBP
Enrolment process
The admission process includes several stages:
- Filling out an online form and submitting documents,
- Payment of the registration fee,
- Receiving a positive response from the admissions committee,
- Arrival on campus for entrance examinations in mathematics and English,
- Enrollment according to the results obtained, distribution by classes and residences.
Perspectives
The statistics of graduates of Adcote School annually consists of successful girls admitted to their chosen universities:
- 60% enrolled in UK universities that are part of the Russel Group,
- 41% of students were enrolled on the basis of excellent knowledge in STEAM subjects.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
All students will be required to have an interview with the Regional Manager and sit an entrance test. Adcote School is a non-selective school.
Scholarships Adcote School for Girls
Scholarships are available – please contact a SMAPSE manager to specify the details.
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Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about Adcote School for Girls
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
