St. Crispin's School, St. Crispin's School

• Location: Wokingham, Berkshire County, England,
• Year of foundation: 1953,
• Number of students: approximately 1500,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of education: mixed.

St. Crispin's School — a coeducational general school specializing in mathematics and computer science, offering education in grades 7-13.

The institution opened in 1953, becoming one of the first prototype schools of the Ministry of Education. Researchers and qualified specialists from the Ministry worked on the architecture of the campus and the equipment of the buildings, setting themselves the task of creating an architectural heritage with technological functionality. Today, St. Crispin's School is located on its historical territory, carefully preserving the traditions and appearance of the educational buildings. Having successfully conducted academic activities for more than 70 years, the school is also developing in line with the times and provides students with quality preparation for admission to universities both domestically and abroad.

Around 1500 students are trained here annually, including representatives of dozens of nationalities and countries. Despite the small number of foreign students, they receive comprehensive support, including additional language classes and personal consultations on adapting to the English education system. Students create a friendly and supportive community, actively participating in extracurricular activities, scientific research and external events, confirming St. Crispin's focus on the all-round development of its pupils.

Two academic departments have been established at the school:

• Senior School — Grades 7-11,
• Sixth Form — Grades 12-13.

The educational grounds were leased twice for film shoots, with current students of those years participating in the extras. In 1957, an eight-episode film «Great Attraction» was filmed on the sports fields, and in 1989 — a feature film «Back Home». Many students were paid for their contribution to the creation of the films.

The school does not have its own residences and does not provide accommodation search services outside of campus.

St. Crispin's School collaborates with the catering company Culinera, which provides students with high-quality, balanced and varied meals. The dining hall menu includes a wide range of hot and cold dishes, snacks, healthy sweets, as well as options for children with special dietary needs, allergies, or religious restrictions.

Students of St. Crispin's School can enjoy a wide variety of clubs, sports sections, cultural and entertainment events during extracurricular hours: they perfectly complement the core curriculum, allowing students to develop their talents, broaden their horizons and gain additional knowledge in areas that interest them.

Sports activities:

• Hockey,
• Netball,
• Rugby,
• Tennis,
• Trampolining,
• Badminton,
• Basketball,
• Cricket,
• Football,
• Athletics.

Many sports competitions are held both within and between schools.

Creative activities are represented by visual and performing arts clubs: students study in specialized classes and studios, developing their abilities and participating in exhibitions and festive events.

• Microsoft and Cisco School-Academy,
• Collaboration with local schools and organizations, Costain company based on a construction awareness program,
• “Good” rating from Ofsted in 2022,
• Excellent GCSE results,
• Individual attention to each student,
• A wide range of academic subjects,
• Active extracurricular life.

The St. Crispin's School campus is located near the center of Wokingham and occupies a spacious area with several academic buildings, green areas for walking and recreation. Each room meets modern educational standards, offering students the use of interactive equipment, science laboratories, and high-tech computers. In addition to general classrooms where basic lessons are held, the campus has a library with a reading room and self-study areas, small classes for additional preparation, creative studios, and much more.

The academic calendar of St. Crispin's School includes three trimesters:

• Autumn: September-December,
• Spring: January-March,
• Summer: April-June.

Classes are organized on weekdays, and rest — on weekends and holidays, during seasonal breaks.

Approximate list of additional expenses:

• Registration and administrative fees,
• Meals,
• School uniform,
• Stationery, books and personal learning materials,
• Some extracurricular activities,
• Additional academic support not included in the curriculum,
• Medical insurance,
• Personal expenses.

The future student’s family is invited to visit the campus to meet teachers and the director, learn about the curriculum and opportunities. While parents are communicating with staff, the child can attend academic classes and get acquainted with already enrolled students.

The admission process involves completing a registration form, submitting documents, and undergoing an interview, as well as possible tests to determine the applicant's academic level. The admissions committee sends official invitations to begin studies — or letters informing candidates that they have been added to the waiting list.

High school students achieve excellent results on exams, which allows them to enroll in leading universities and colleges in the UK, USA and other countries. Among the graduates today are outstanding athletes, film and television actors, musicians, composers and scientists.

The main admission of new students is organized for grades 7 and 12, however applications are considered throughout the year to any grade, subject to availability of places.

Applicants must have a foreign passport, health insurance and certificates, a visa or residence permit for the UK, as well as meet the academic level equivalent to the chosen class.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision