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members of boarding houses, balancing busy school lives with quality family time. Day pupils also benefit from being part of a vibrant boarding community. They have their own houses, but share the same facilities, wider curricular opportunities and lessons with their boarding friends. OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM There are more than 100 weekly clubs and activities outside of the classroom. “You really do get the best of both worlds. You get to go home, but you get the fun of being a boarder” Jemaira, current home boarder
saw another set of strong GCSE results with 71% graded 9, 8 or 7, and 27% graded 9, the highest mark possible. A-level results were the best in the school’s recorded history with 87% achieving A*-B and more than 23% graded A*. However, exam results are just the outcome; the process of teaching and learning is the core priority and remains at the centre of life at The Leys. HOME FROM HOME The Leys, at heart, is a school where 70% of pupils are fully immersed in boarding life. In addition to the conventional option of full boarding, it offers home boarding, giving pupils from local families the best of both worlds. Pupils take part in boarding routines, eat supper in school, complete homework and take part in evening activities, before going home at around 8.30pm. They are fully fledged
Participation in the wider curriculum is important because it is enjoyable, but also as it helps to build confidence and soft skills that will prove vital in later life. There is no shortage of opportunity, from Combined Cadet Force to chess club, to DofE and drama workshops. Pupils are encouraged to involve themselves in as many options as possible. Sport plays a big part in developing key life skills – facilities to do so at The Leys are outstanding. SCHOLARSHIPS For those with a particular interest or talent, scholarships are available in academia, choral, sport, drama, music, art and STEM (STEM at 13+ only). Each award is worth 5% of the fees and pupils may apply for more than one. These may also be topped up with means-tested bursaries. More information can be found on the website.
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