Description
Walhampton School is Independent Secondary school in Non-selective for kids aged 2 to 13 (Gender - 2 to 13 )
Walhampton lies in beautiful ancient woodland on the edge of the New Forest, near Lymington in Hampshire. A private day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2-13, they strive to let children be children for longer, whilst preparing them for the unknown challenges and opportunities in the world of tomorrow. The stunning setting in 100 acres of lawns, lakes and woodland by the sea, means the children are inspired by nature whilst immersing themselves in limitless academic, artistic, technological, challenging and sporting experiences.At Walhampton, they want the same, for each and every one of our children. Walhampton gives children the space, support, and encouragement to explore their passions. They are determined to develop, nurture and value each child into a confident young person. So by the time they move on to their next school, Walhamptonians are creative, resilient, problem solvers who are ready for life in the changing world of tomorrow.
Facilities
Pre-Prep 2-7 Years
Walhampton Pre-Prep is a remarkable setting for your child's educational journal to begin. Welcoming young children aged two to seven years and set within one hundred acres of stunning grounds, our purpose built, beautifully enhanced Pre-Prep is just a short walk from the Prep school. Parents will find a happy, warm and big-hearted place where we help boys and girls to develop the building blocks for a lifelong love of learning.The close and strong partnership between home and school mean that parents are involved at each and every stage of school life and together we get it right for your child. The excellent Walhampton staff are as experienced as they are caring; guiding and nurturing all of our children to be the very best that they can be. We support them as they build confidence and develop those essential social skills.
Prep School 7-13 Years
Let’s fast-forward a few years and start at the end. When your child leaves this school, no doubt to go on to one of the outstanding senior schools in the country, they know they will do so with a smile on their face, happy in the knowledge that they are well prepared and have loved every minute here. They will have made friends for life and learned vital life lessons too. They will depart, confident and impressive young people, equipped with the personal accomplishments and academic achievements that will enable them to do great things in the world.From the New Forest, with a setting of almost unrivalled tranquillity and beauty, they set children out on education’s great odyssey. They believe that such a journey should be an exciting adventure, not an arduous trek, something to stir their spirits not fuel their fears.
Features
Things to note
Sport
Sport is timetabled for most days and is taught in groups of Years 3 and 4, 5 and 6, and 7 and 8. We arrange a comprehensive fixture list, either against other private schools or for inter-house competitions, and each week Walhampton fields up to 24 teams. The sports include football, hockey, rugby, netball, cross country, cricket, athletics, rounders and swimming. As well as these more traditional sports, our pupils also compete in riding and sailing competitions.
Art
As you’d expect, the Walhampton Art department is a hotbed of ideas and innovation, an active and vibrant area where the environment encourages creativity and is accessible for all children.The school art rooms are large and well-equipped, allowing the children to work in a range of different materials and scales. (Keeping things clean and tidy is another challenge.)Creativity doesn’t always work to a timetable, so children have the opportunity to get involved in all elements of the art department through after school clubs, enrichments and some break times. Our gifted art scholars enjoy further opportunities to express creativity through the scholarship program.
Extra Curricular Activities
Childhood is a time to discover new interests and pursue what you love. The Hampshire grounds and facilities mean they can offer 60-plus activities – and offering such a wide range of experiences lies at the core of our approach to developing the whole person.These take place for all children on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 17.00 to 17.45. These provide an opportunity to sample, enjoy, develop and improve new skills and experiences. With a range of activities usually on offer, there is always something new to choose. A full list is available from the school but regulars include tennis, sailing, running club, chess, comedy club and dance.
Extra Curricular
Please check the school website link for details.
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