Brackenfield School: Visit Harrogate’s original prep school and learn how the school achieves top results
Families in and around Harrogate are invited to go along and discover how Brackenfield School can provide their child with the best possible start to their education
The school is holding an open event on Thursday March 27 and parents are invited to register their interest now.
The school, on Duchy Road, is Harrogate’s only stand-alone prep school welcoming children aged 2 to 11 years.
Families will have the chance to meet headmaster, Mr Joe Masterson, other staff members, and take a tour of the school to witness a typical day in the life at Brackenfield.
Staff praised for their high-quality teaching
Brackenfield School prides itself on its team of dedicated and experienced staff.
The early years staff boasts an impressive collective experience of 50 years, and that can give parents confidence in decades of experience, knowledge and inspiration, to help give youngsters the best start in life.
Additionally, the school’s recent ISI report – which received a double excellent rating and was one of the best reports in Harrogate – praised the experienced staff for delivering high-quality teaching.
Pupils’ success rate in applying for scholarships
Joe Masterson, Headmaster, said: “The staff at Brackenfield represent their greatest strength, with the highest levels of care and nurture, pupils feel comfortable, challenged and confident.
“With a broad curriculum that encompasses the Brackenfield Mission and Values, all pupils are guided and encouraged to reach their full potential.
“Brackenfield is as much a community as it is a school.”
From entering the school from nursery, children of all ages make excellent progress as shown in their recent ISI double excellent inspection.
Year 6 pupils are repeatedly offered scholarship awards for academics, performing arts, drama and sports. Brackenfield provides individualised support to prepare pupils for any entrance exams or interviews.
This year so far has seen a 100% success rate with those applying for scholarships to local independent schools.
How to register for open day and contact school
Admissions officer, Lucy Whyte, said: “Whether it is nursery, Reception or older year groups you would be looking for, we would love to welcome you to Brackenfield on Thursday 27th March.
“If you are unable to join us for our open morning, please do get in touch as ‘every day is an open day’ here at Brackenfield.”
To register for the open day, visit Brackenfield School’s website.
The school is located at 128 Duchy Road, Harrogate, HG1 2HE. Contact them by calling 01423 508558, or email [email protected]