St George’s Ascot
St George's Ascot is an independent boarding and day school providing education to girls aged 11-18 in Berkshire
Key Information
To be a Georgian is something very special. St George's is a place where girls flourish academically, creatively, physically and morally; a place where risks can be taken, character explored, and challenges welcomed. It is our privilege to encourage and challenge each girl to develop a genuine understanding of who she is and support them to achieve the future of their choice. A love of learning is nurtured, their academic potential and individual talents supported to develop happy, responsible, well balanced and resilient young women; confident, capable and connected to the world beyond our school.
History of the School
Originally founded as a prestigious boys' prep school in 1877, the next century brought a new owner and identity, as a finishing school for girls, infamous for their red cloaks. The school was then purchased by Miss Anne Loveday in 1923. St George's refocused its attention on providing education to girls so that they would be well placed to take advantage of Higher Education learning, and to secure meaningful employment. St George's has continued to grow in stature and reputation, developing a strong academic provision and remarkably broad co-curricular programme with an extensive suite of facilities.
Pre-16 qualifications
Our core syllabus is designed to be well balanced and academically challenging and we tailor teaching and learning to meet individual needs. Small class sizes allow teachers to stretch the very brightest, and provide plenty of support for those who need it. GCSE options include core subjects - English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Science (2 or 3 GCSEs), a Modern Foreign Language (French or Spanish) and a Humanity (Geography, History or Religious Studies); in addition, two further choices from Art, Drama, Physical Education, Music, Textiles or a second Language or Humanity. The syllabus further include Study Skills, PE and PSHE.
Post 16 qualifications
Most girls study three A Level subjects and complete the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). A few may take a fourth subject - usually Further Mathematics or a second language for a girl who is bilingual. In addition, girls follow an enrichment programme providing advice on life skills and university applications, leadership, talks, careers, and community service. They also continue with compulsory PE. A Level subjects offered are: Art, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Drama, Economics, English Literature, Further Mathematics, Geography, History, Mathematics, Modern Languages (French, Spanish or other languages by arrangement), Music, Photography, Physical Education, Physics, Politics, Psychology, Religious Studies, and Textiles.
Academic performance
Boarding accommodation
Girls are housed in three boarding houses according to age: Markham for our junior boarders in Years 7-10; Knatchbull for Years 11 and Lower Sixth; and Loveday for our Upper Sixth boarders. These warm, homely buildings are situated securely within the School site. Girls are looked after by a Housemistress and additional staff, including Resident Tutors.
Pastoral care
At St George's, our pastoral care is organised by Year Groups. Each Head of Year has overall responsibility for the academic progress and pastoral care of the girls in their Year Group and is supported by the Deputy Head Pastoral. They are supported by Year Group Tutors who develop a very close relationship with the girls in their care, understanding their interests and aspirations, identifying any areas in which they might struggle and supporting them accordingly. Sixth Form pupils train to become Peer-Point Counsellors, and a Healthcare professional is onsite every day. Boarders are further supported by their Housemistress
Extra-curricular activities
An enviable range of co-curricular activities spanning sport, performing arts, creativity and design, academic extension and enterprise. We encourage girls to participate in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme (DoE) and outreach programmes. Clubs and activities are part of the school day, running from 4.15-5.15pm and an active House events schedule runs alongside. Additional individual and group tuition, charged separately is available in disciplines including Dance (Natalie Vinson School of Dance). Stagecoach (Acting and Public Speaking); Equestrian and Polo, Tennis, Strength and Conditioning and Music (Instrument and Vocal); Tuition in a range modern foreign languages available on request
General school facilities
Sports facilities include a 25m, 6-lane indoor swimming pool​​​​​​, a large sports hall, indoor cricket nets, and a Technogym fitness suite. In addition we have six floodlit netball courts, eight tennis courts and three football pitches served by a Sports Pavilion. Performing Arts pupils enjoy a state-of-the-art 300-seat theatre and separate drama studio; a dance studio; a number of Music rooms and a Music Technology suite incorporating a Recording Studio. Academic departments include modern Science laboratories, a purpose-built Library; several Photographic, Textiles and Art studios; one fully equipped ICT suite and two additional ICT labs and a Food Technology room.
A Quick Summary
In the Upper Sixth, all day pupils also share a study room in our Upper Sixth Boarding House - Loveday.
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