"The positive ethos of the school and the very good pastoral care provide an environment in which all pupils flourish" - Independent Schools Inspection

 

At Beeston the happiness and welfare of our pupils is of paramount importance. In a world where many children are encouraged to grow up too quickly, Beeston still believes that childhood is special and should be cherished. Here, our children feel secure and know that their concerns will be dealt with quickly and sympathetically. Beeston's reputation for being a happy, caring family school is, in no small part, due to the real sense of community which pervades throughout. The strength of the Pastoral Care system ensures that every child is closely watched over and cared for.

 

There is a strong network of staff with whom a child can feel free to talk. These lines of communication include a child's tutor, subject staff, houseparents, matrons, the Chaplain and the Headmaster and his wife. The relationship between staff and pupils is considered to be of fundamental importance at Beeston and it is a relationship built around a framework of mutual respect. As a consequence, Beeston pupils move to their next schools feeling good about themselves, confident, courteous and willing to rise to any challenge.

 

All children are taught Personal, Social and Health Education and we desire that all children appreciate their environment, their fellow 'man', their privileges and are aware of those less fortunate. Various fundraising events throughout the year give the children opportunities to demonstrate these Christian principles.

 

 

The School Council is a long-established feature of the school. The Committee meets in formal session twice a term under the chairmanship of the Head of School.

 

The purpose of the Council is to afford an opportunity for elected representatives of each form and the School Prefects to raise and discuss any matter that concerns them, with the emphasis on the children suggesting positive ways in which the running of the school can be enhanced.

 

 

For a child starting at a new school everything is bound to seem large, confusing and even intimidating to begin with and, for some children, arrival at Beeston will be their first experience of staying away from home for any length of time. We recognise this and make every provision to ensure that the transition to a new school is a happy and successful one.

 

When a child arrives on the first day, they will be met by the Headmaster and his wife and introduced to their tutor, matron and houseparents and will also meet their 'shadow'. Shadows remain close to their charges throughout their first week or so, guiding them through each day, introducing them to their friends and encouraging them to join in games.