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"Success Without Sacrifice"
Philosophical and humanist ethos; regular mindfulness/meditative practices including ‘The Pause’; philosophy studied by all pupils; vegetarian food in line with long-standing environmental ethos; Sanskrit as a core language offering; chaplaincy presence indicated in school community materials.
A St James education is open-hearted and seeks to unleash each boy’s potential, aiming to develop young men of character who are confident academically and motivated to make a difference in the world; the school also incorporates ten minutes of Quiet Time (Meditation) as part of daily life to promote mindfulness and focus.
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Morning Wrap Around Care (7.30am to 8.00am); £15 per morning wrap around session. Full day: 8.00am to 6.00pm. Minimum attendance 5 sessions (morning 8.00am–1.00pm or afternoon 1.00pm–6.00pm; other options available with different weekly costs). Fees are charged monthly in advance; government funding available (15-hour and 30-hour funding) with codes provided if eligible. Additional sessions available at £60 per session; 2-month notice for permanent changes.
The Learning Support Department offers inclusive SEND provision including small group interventions, 1-1 tutorials, TTRS, screening to recommend professional assessment, and referrals to external agencies (charges may apply for tailored support). Exam access arrangements can be assessed in line with JCQ regulations with no charge for the assessment.
Nursery admission is non-selective with automatic transfer from Nursery to Reception. For older entry: selection is not based purely on academic ability; emphasis on boys’ character and future potential. Admissions involve online tests and interviews at various entry points (e.g., 11+ for Year 7; online tests for Years 8–11; predicted GCSEs and interview for Years 12–13). Tours and online meetings are available; deposits are required to secure places.
Nursery (Little Shells) fees: minimum attendance 5 sessions; Weekly £263; Monthly £1,050; Annual £12,600. 3 full days £315/week; 4 full days £420/week; 5 full days £525/week. Annual open to funding via government 15/30-hour schemes; Deposit: £1,700 (non-UK residents £4,000). Fees and funding details subject to Terms and Conditions.
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