At the heart of King Alfred’s philosophy is our child centred approach. This has been the practice here since 1898 when the school opened, and remains equally true today. We appreciate that every child is unique and has their own set of strengths, attributes and areas to develop.
This year’s Upper School show took over the re-vamped Phoenix Theatre for three nights last term, with a show-stopping production of Guys and Dolls – an experience described as “unbelievable” by one student performer. The Drama and Music departments worked tirelessly to create a truly memorable event. With stunning sets, stand-out performances, dazzling dancing and sensational singing, the show had the...
Read More Ali Kazimi (OA 1985) has shared a deeply moving post on his KAS teacher, Naomi’s, life-changing influence. An Old Alfredian herself (1951), Naomi went above and beyond to give personalised attention to Ali, who had arrived to the UK with little English. She embodied thoughtful, rigorous, and truly caring teaching, and Ali captures Naomi as an educator so vividly in his post. Naomi sadly passed away just last year.
A teacher can change a life forever, and we are moved knowing that a teacher from KAS has made an impact like this.
Did a KAS teacher change your life? Share your story at oa@kingalfred.com
👉 Read Ali’s post here: linkedin.com/pulse/teacher-who-changed-course-my-life-ali-kazimi-iwpoe/
🎙️ Stay tuned as we recently recorded an episode of Alfredian Voices: What I Really Learnt at School with Ali, coming later this term ... See MoreSee Less
“The aim is to allow children to grow chiefly through their own efforts, and more or less at their own temperamental pace, into their own image.”
The village green setting of the main school site contributes to the community feeling with Lower School classrooms all opening out directly onto the play areas, parents encouraged to spend time in the grounds and all students offered opportunities for outdoor learning.
