Th e boys and girls of St Leonards are being prepared ‘for life’ in its fullest sense; a life of challenges and opportunities.

St Leonards is Scotland’s leading independent school. For three years running, St Leonards has also been ranked Situated in a beautiful campus in the inspiring university by the Sunday Times as the Top Independent School Sixth town of St Andrews, St Leonards is a forward-thinking Form in Scotland for IB/A Level results, with leavers going boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 5-18. on to study at top universities around the world.

Our aim is to provide an outstanding education, off ering Editor, Alastair McCall, has commended the school for its both academic and co-curricular opportunities for every recent academic success: “No Scottish independent school pupil to excel, in an unrivalled location. can match St Leonards’ achievements in the sixth form averaged over the past four years”. We inform and inspire, with learning at our heart, both inside and outside the classroom. We off er deeper learning, We continue to invest, not only in our pupils, but in wider options and richer minds. the facilities we off er. All three boarding houses have recently undergone an extensive £4 million refurbishment, St Leonards is the fi rst school in Scotland to be accredited creating smart yet homely social spaces and modern study as an all-through IB school, delivering the globally- bedrooms. recognised curriculum from Year 1 through to Year 13. St Leonards is a valued part of the St Andrews community It is a consistent and coherent learner journey, starting at a number of levels; primarily as a centre of educational at age 5 with the excellent Primary Years Programme excellence but also as a contributor to the social and and culminating in the Diploma Programme in the cultural life of the town. Th e school has excellent relations Sixth Form. It is an approach fi t for the 21st century, with the University of St Andrews, opening up further internationally recognised, not hamstrung by the opportunities for our pupils. unnecessary narrowing of options at too early an age. Learning really is for life and all its unpredictable twists St Leonards is truly an exceptional place to learn and grow. and turns, and the style of learning exemplifi ed by the IB embodies this far better than anything else. Every day is an open day. We hope to welcome you to St Andrews and to see our school in action. We are truly fortunate to have as our motto ‘Ad Vitam’, which we interpret as meaning ‘for life’. Th e boys and Dr Michael Carslaw BCs, MBA, PhD girls of St Leonards are being prepared ‘for life’ in its Headmaster, St Leonards School fullest sense; a life of challenges and opportunities.

Founded in 1877, spanning almost 150 years of history, St Leonards continues to develop and progress, and this year has been no exception: we are immensely proud to have been named as Scotland’s Independent School of the Year 2019, by the Sunday Times Schools Guide.

3 ETHOS Th e curriculum is underpinned by well-established values that permeate the school from start to fi nish. From the youngest pupil in our Junior School to the oldest Sixth Former, St Leonards students are guided by the enlightening principles of the International Baccalaureate Learner Profi le. We aim for children to become communicators, inquirers, risk-takers and thinkers who are balanced, caring, open-minded, principled, knowledgeable and refl ective. Our goal is to bring out the best in each pupil by recognising, encouraging and developing their unique skills. We treat our students as individuals who think for themselves, with their own aspirations, potential and talents.

St Leonards off ers unrivalled opportunities for sport, music, drama and art, and we have an extensive programme of co-curricular activities.

4 5 CAMPUS St Leonards boasts one of the most impressive campuses in the UK, with a beautiful set-up in the heart of St Andrews, incorporating historic landmarks, purpose-built facilities, vast green playing fi elds, a 25m swimming pool and magnifi cent views of the sea and the surrounding town. On one side the pupils look on to St Andrews Bay, and on the other, the ancient ruins of St Andrews Cathedral.

Th e campus is bounded by medieval walls which once marked the perimeter of the ancient town priory, providing our students with a safe, secure and serene environment in which to learn.

Everything is within walking distance of the school: three minutes to St Andrews Castle, two minutes from the beach and one minute from our favourite ice cream shop!

Th e old cobbled streets of St Andrews are lined with shops, restaurants and cafes, a cinema and theatre, museums, and seven championship golf courses, all on the school’s doorstep for pupils to enjoy.

6 7 LOCATION Th e university town of St Andrews is situated on the coast, north-east of Edinburgh in the ‘Kingdom of Fife’. St Leonards is well served by public transport with regular local bus services and Leuchars railway station, which is on the East Coast Mainline and just ten minutes away. Th e school is conveniently located just 20 minutes from Dundee, home to the V&A, 60 minutes from Edinburgh and 90 minutes from Glasgow.

Th e school runs its own subsidised bus services from surrounding towns and villages including Cupar, Dundee, Kirkcaldy, Perth and the East Neuk. St Andrews is within easy reach of the international airports of Edinburgh, which fl ies to over 150 destinations worldwide, and Glasgow.

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‘ Education is not the fi lling of a pail, but the lighting of a fi re’.

With family fi rmly at the heart, and with the support of an immensely talented, caring and imaginative team of staff , our ethos at St Leonards Junior School is simple: to provide a nurturing, relaxed, yet ambitious and innovative education for children aged 5-12. In a culture of testing and assessment in UK schools, we have a rare opportunity to off er children the chance to guide their own learning, both in and out of the classroom. Learning is meant to be fun, and we want to instil a passion for life-long learning in all our children, whilst giving them the chance to explore and experience a feast of exciting opportunities, both within the classroom and across all areas of school life. Th rough our leading curriculum, the International Baccalaureate Primary Years and Middle Years Programme, we foster curiosity, risk-taking and discovery, skills that will remain with children for life.

St Leonards off ers the children an opportunity to experience a breadth of education that encompasses a creative curriculum, and a thrilling array of sport, music, drama, art, design and activities. School should be a place of adventure, and our programme of outdoor education makes full use of our unrivalled location, set on the stunning St Andrews coast. Most important, however, is the happiness of each child. Happy children succeed, and at St Leonards we place the relationships between staff , children and parents at the forefront of our ethos for education. We are proud to have a team who care deeply about children, and have a commitment to fi nding each individual child’s strengths thereby developing their self- esteem. We would be absolutely delighted to welcome you and your family to St Leonards in the near future to tour the grounds, meet the staff and, most importantly, the children, who make this school the special community it is.

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COMPASSION AND KINDNESS Whilst the emphasis on the academic side of school life is vital, it is the happy atmosphere of St Leonards which makes an immediate impact on visitors. Our caring, committed staff gently guide the children in forming positive relationships with one another. We place great importance on traditional values such as kindness, courtesy and good manners. Our nurturing environment supports and builds the children’s understanding of how they fi t into the school community and wider world. Developing a child’s self-belief and confi dence is crucial in providing an outstanding education for life, and we truly feel a happy and confi dent child will succeed in all areas.

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CHALLENGING AND INQUIRING Our highly creative Primary Years curriculum provides children with experiences that encourage a life-long love of learning. Th rough imaginative teaching and learning, our pupils are challenged to think outside the box, have a fearless approach to making mistakes and take their own learning in exciting new directions. Aiming high in everything we do sits at the heart of life inside the classroom, and we are academically very ambitious for our children. Within very small classes, we encourage the girls and boys to build a strong work ethic and to set the bar high to realise their ambitions. In the Lower School (Years 1-3), the emphasis is on raising the children’s literacy and numeracy levels, and through our phonics, reading and maths programmes, we build solid foundations for them.

“A signifi cant number of children particularly at the early and middle stages are working beyond expected levels in reading and writing at St Leonards.” HMI Inspection extract (2017)

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In the Middle and Upper School (Years 4-7), we see the children build up a range of skills necessary for life. Taking risks with learning, building on exciting knowledge and understanding, developing outstanding communication, presentation and research skills will be crucial as they move through their school careers, and these form the focus of our curriculum.

Languages (French from Year 1, Latin from Year 6 and Spanish and German in Year 7) Art, Drama, Music, PE (including weekly swimming lessons) and Games are taught individually by highly qualifi ed specialists.

Learn more about our inspiring Primary Years Programme by reading our dedicated PYP booklet.

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NURTURING AND TRANSFORMATIVE Schools should be places of joy, laughter, magical enchantment and pure delight. Our family focus within a genuinely supportive environment, is one of our greatest strengths. Th is genuinely happy atmosphere permeates throughout the school and every child is valued as an individual, learning to live as part of a community. Teaching staff know every child, and the Head and class teachers monitor every child’s academic and personal progress. A culture of praise runs through the school, and through encouragement, confi dence and self-esteem come naturally. Our house system generates a sense of belonging and team spirit, and we have developed a ‘team every each’ child system for our pastoral care, whereby issues can be picked up swiftly and dealt with through compassion and kindness. Our relationship with parents is vital to achieve a total community at St Leonards, and the Head operates an ‘open door’ policy at all times to encourage parents to take a full part in their son/daughter’s schooling. A fl ourishing PA supports this mission, and it is widely recognised that a successful and happy education has to be achieved through a trusting and honest relationship between the school and home.

“There’s a feeling of belonging and family environment, driven by the empowerment of older children to work with and support the younger ones in both play and work.” Current Parent

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IMAGINATIVE AND ENERGETIC Our thriving extra-curricular programme supports the importance of giving children a proper childhood, and plays an important part of school life. Our ‘Sport for all’ ethos at St Leonards off ers opportunities on the games fi eld for all pupils. Good sportsmanship is taught together with the acquisition of skills across all major sports: football, rugby, tennis, rounders, netball, hockey, lacrosse, cricket, golf and athletics. Also on off er are swimming, judo, gymnastics and dance. We are fortunate to enjoy extensive sports pitches, an indoor swimming pool, squash courts, tennis courts, an AstroTurf and indoor sports hall. Every child has a minimum of 6 PE / Games sessions each week, and there are many opportunities to represent the school in weekly competitive fi xtures. Golf is taken seriously at St Leonards, and our Director of Golf (also a professional for the Links Trust) oversees an exciting and ambitious programme of golf instruction, competitions and tournaments across the world-famous courses in St Andrews.

Th e Creative Arts are equally strong at St Leonards, with the Music, Drama, Art and Design Departments off ering excellent opportunities to all children. Many children learn a musical instrument and take part in regular informal and formal concerts. Our three school choirs, corps of drums and instrumental ensemble perform regularly, and children are aff orded the opportunity to play with the Senior School orchestras and ensembles. Drama holds a very special place at St Leonards, with over 90 children taking part in LAMDA tuition and exams each year. Every child performs on stage annually in a major production, and our pupils learn to communicate through weekly drama lessons, debating, poetry and public speaking. Every year, the Perth Festival attracts many outstanding entries and performances from St Leonards pupils. Art is exceptional, and our children are inspired by weekly lessons, art clubs and regular opportunities to exhibit work.

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DYNAMIC AND INSPIRING Children learn a great deal outside the classroom, and our commitment to trips, excursions, and outdoor learning supports this. As part of our inquiry-led curriculum, every class regularly makes use of St Andrews and the wider area to support their learning. Guest speakers, authors and scientists come into school to inspire the pupils, and a range of residential trips supports the development of the whole child. Pupils in Year 7 have the opportunity to visit France to enhance their language skills and understanding of another culture. Year 6 spend time at a residential adventure camp, and a range of outward bound and camping trips operate throughout the year. Children assist with charity fundraising events that tie in with their learning, helping them to understand their greater role within society.

Pupils have the opportunity to develop their leadership skills as they move up the school, and the ‘St Leonards Award’ is in development, which will set a framework for each child to acquire new skills, take on challenges and serve the community. Th rough our love of outdoor learning, children will learn bush craft skills and be exposed to a number of opportunities to develop their confi dence, self-belief and team work skills. In the upper years, children are motivated to be appointed to positions of responsibility such as House Captains, School Council Representatives, Eco-Council Representatives, Peer Listeners, as well as more informal opportunities to support one another. Such roles build confi dence in voicing their own opinions and co-operating with others.

“Our family’s favourite event is the sandcastle competition – the whole of the Junior School walk down to the beach and build sandcastles in teams – a fantastic afternoon of creativity and fresh air using the local landscape to its advantage.” Current Parent

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INNOVATIVE St Leonards is very much one school; close interaction exists between the Junior and Senior Schools and many of the facilities are shared. Like their Senior School colleagues, Junior School pupils are guided by the enlightening principles of the International Baccalaureate Learner Profi le: we aim for children to become communicators, inquirers and thinkers who are balanced, caring, open-minded, principled, courageous, knowledgeable and refl ective. At the top of the school, children in Year 7 are prepared for entry to the Senior School by sharing the same Middle Years Curriculum as Years 8 and 9, allowing a smooth and coherent transition.

“We chose St Leonards because of its exceptional location, and the rather idyllic life the children have. It’s a very beautiful, healthy place, where they are thriving.” Current Parent

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HOME FROM HOME St Leonards is a boarding and day school, off ering full, fl exi, weekly and occasional boarding from Year 6 and above. Our boarding facilities have undergone extensive redevelopment over the last 3 years, most recently focusing on St Rule Boarding House, our ‘home from home’ for younger pupils from the age of 10, where the St Leonards boarding journey begins. With family at the centre, the brief was to create a warm and welcoming environment for our younger boys and girls, and this is encapsulated well in the house design, features and fi nishings. Th is major refurbishment of the mixed house began in summer 2019, focusing in particular on the ground fl oor social spaces, where pupils can have fun, relax and unwind after a busy school day. A brand-new kitchen and dining room has been installed, to act as the hub of the house and where lots of cooking, baking, activities and socialising can happen. Many of the bedrooms have sea views beyond the playing fi elds, and out towards the countryside and beyond. Th e simple yet playful interior was chosen to appeal to our boys and girls, and there will be plenty of opportunity for our boarders to add their own personalities to the house. With lots of space for games and movie nights, the children enjoy spending time here, which is so important. St Leonards is proud to welcome pupils from all over the world, and we aim to ensure everyone feels happy, supported and part of our close-knit boarding community. St Rule is where friendships are made for life, and although it is a smaller house, it is arguably the loudest! Our dedicated team of Houseparents regard St Rule as an extension of their own families and are always there to care for the children. Similar to the other boarding houses, an amazing activities programme is in place for pupils to enjoy every Sunday. Activity suggestions are formed and chosen by our boarders, of course – which can include anything from bubble football to go-karting to house trips to the cinema. Th e exciting transformation of St Rule will continue in stages, next phase planned for summer 2020.

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DARE TO BE DIFFERENT St Leonards is a school where individuality is celebrated, children can make and learn from mistakes, and be part of a caring and compassionate community. Above all else, it is our aim that pupils should have a developed sense of who they are and what they can achieve. Th ey should leave every lesson, day, week, term, and eventually the school, equipped with confi dence and self-esteem. Our passion for learning, happiness and innovation, and our vision to fashion imagination and compassion in our children, cuts right through our school. We can’t wait to show you.

“St Andrews provides an idyllic backdrop: medieval walls, cathedral ruins and an in-your- face sea breeze.” Tatler School Guide 2017

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SENIOR SCHOOL Th e Senior School off ers boarding and day education for girls and boys aged 12-18.

Students aged 12-14 benefi t from our forward-thinking Middle Years curriculum in Years 7 (Junior School) 8 and 9 (Senior School), which is designed to allow a seamless transition as part of the overall learner journey, maximising the potential of each and every student. We teach our students to work eff ectively, communicate articulately, respect others and participate with purpose. In Years 10 and 11, students take GCSEs and IGCSEs, choosing from almost 20 subjects, including the chance to study the three separate sciences, French, German or Spanish and Latin as well as a range of creative options. A one-year course (also including GCSEs and IGCSEs) and known as the ‘Pre-IB’ is available as a means of preparation for the International Baccalaureate Diploma and is popular with students moving from the Scottish state school system as well as international students.

“There is a genuine community here and they are really great teachers.” Current Student

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SIXTH FORM Th e International Baccalaureate (IB) provides a broad- based school leavers’ qualifi cation which is recognised worldwide by universities and employers. As an alternative to A Levels, IB Diploma Programme students study six courses in the Sixth Form, three at higher level and three at standard level over two years. Th is ensures not only a breadth of experience in languages, social studies, the experimental sciences and mathematics but the opportunity to specialise in key subjects as required, keeping their options open. In addition the programme has three core requirements: a research-based Extended Essay; a Th eory of Knowledge course designed to encourage each student to refl ect on the nature of knowledge, and CAS (creativity, activity and service), which requires that students actively learn from the experience of doing real tasks beyond the classroom.

Th e Pearson BTEC in Business and in Sport is available for students in the Sixth Form who do not wish to study for the full IB Diploma. Th is option, which combines eight units of BTEC study with two or three IB courses, serves as good preparation for either university, college or the world of work.

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MUSIC Th e St Leonards Music School is a hive of tuneful activity, playing host throughout the day to approximately 250 individual music lessons, band and ensemble rehearsals and concerts. Facilities comprise a concert auditorium, nine teaching/practice rooms and two full- sized classrooms. Th e building features work stations with the most up-to-date computers and software, providing opportunities for innovative composition and performance. As well as classes starting as early as Year 1 in the Junior School, music is off ered as a subject at both GCSE and IB Diploma level. Th e School has several choirs, orchestras and ensembles, including brass, string, wind, jazz, fl ute and a pipe band.

“The teaching staff demonstrate a fi ne balance between professionalism and friendliness that allows a channel of mutual respect between pupil and teacher. This approach creates a perfect environment for learning.” Current Parent

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FACILITIES Th e historic priory walls which bound the secure campus might be ancient but, within them, our facilities are thoroughly modern. Th ey include: a purpose-built music school and auditorium; a science block, an ICT suite; a dedicated inspirational art department and a drama studio; an indoor swimming pool; squash courts; all- weather sports pitches; extensive grass playing fi elds, and an award-winning school dining hall.

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ACTIVITIES We off er an extensive range of after-school and weekend activities which give our students the chance to broaden their horizons and develop key life skills. Th ese can be practical and active, for example learning business and leadership skills in the Young Enterprise company or developing team-building and problem-solving capabilities through the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme. We also appeal to the intellectual with chess and science clubs or beginners’ Mandarin lessons, and to the ethical with the Amnesty International Group and the Debating Society.

We celebrate the Arts with drama clubs, choirs and bands, art exhibitions, creative writing for one of the student-led publications and even some Scottish Country Dancing: Burns’ Night celebrations and St Andrew’s Day are just some of the highlights of the year!

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SPORT We are passionate about sport and our aim is to give our students a love of physical exercise that will stay with them for life. Th ere are sporting opportunities for all at St Leonards. Timetabled Games and PE lessons include rugby, hockey, lacrosse, football, athletics, cricket, tennis, swimming and, of course, golf. Students take part in regular matches against other schools, as well as travelling further afi eld for regional and national fi xtures and competitions. We off er a range of clubs for sports from crossfi t to horse riding, basketball and sailing. St Leonards students regularly receive regional and national sporting honours.

“I’m on the hockey, lacrosse, tennis, golf teams. I represented the school at multiple sports fi xtures. They have really great facilities here, and great opportunities to take part in competitions or sports each day or on the weekend. There’s always something going on that you can participate in.” Current Student

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GOLF With the most famous golf links in the world on our doorstep, St Leonards students have an unrivalled chance to learn and play the game in its most revered location. Th ey have access to the seven St Andrews Links championship courses, including the world-famous Old Course, and benefi t from the all-weather, fl oodlit practice facilities at St Andrews Links Golf Academy. Th e Golf Programme at St Leonards is led by our Director of Golf who is also a PGA accredited Senior Instructor at the St Andrews Links. Students receive coaching as part of their timetabled Games lessons and/or as a co-curricular activity choice. For those who demonstrate a talent for the game or are keen to develop their passion further, St Leonards off ers fi ve Golf Programme tiers: St Leonards Minis, Introduction to Golf, Q School, Performance Development Squad and High-Performance Squad. Th e school also hosts prestigious annual tournaments, including the Sir Michael Bonallack Championship and the Tom Morris Championship.

In addition, St Leonards celebrates outstanding achievement in golf with the Tom Morris Golf Scholarship, which was introduced in 2017. Th is coveted award recognises talent, dedication and determination on the golf course, and is awarded at the discretion of the Director of Golf.

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DRAMA Drama is taught as part of the timetabled curriculum and includes a Performing Arts GCSE and an IB Diploma Th eatre Arts course. Students can also take Trinity Guildhall speech and drama exams in both Junior and Senior School. Drama is off ered as a co-curricular activity and many students appear in the school productions which are often performed in a professional theatre over the course of the school year. Opportunities to assist with stage management and production are also encouraged. Keen theatre lovers have the excitement of going on the biennial trip to New York, participating in workshops on Broadway, or to Italy, learning about the performing arts in Venice and Verona. Meanwhile, our actors and technical crews frequently enjoy the challenge of taking a show to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

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ART & DESIGN Situated within two beautiful, historic buildings, St Leonards Art Department is home to art classes and clubs, as well as the annual school Art Exhibition, at which candidates showcase their work. Th is is a true highlight of the school calendar, and is open to all families and members of the public.

In addition to timetabled lessons in Years 8 and 9, pupils can choose to study Art and Design at GCSE and IB Diploma level.

Th e department believes that art is a form of communication: that it is a means of expression, aesthetic experience and problem solving. Th roughout all year groups, our aim is to encourage, stimulate and develop the students through personal expression, imagination, conceptual thinking and practical skill.

Th e art staff off er great expertise in drawing and painting, printmaking, sculpture, black and white photography, digital photography, textiles, computer-aided design and video art. We have our own Artist in Residence, and arrange regular trips to galleries and exhibitions.

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INTERNATIONAL OUTLOOK Th e decision 13 years ago to off er the gold standard qualifi cation of the IB at St Leonards means we attract students not only from Scotland and the UK but from across the globe. Our beautiful setting and excellent results ensure that we are the school of choice for many overseas students, who bring a refreshing, cosmopolitan air to our school community. We celebrate and share the diversity of around 30 nationalities represented in our student body, both in lessons and at special events such as International Day, Chinese New Year, Russian Christmas and St Nicholas’ Day, not forgetting St Andrew’s Day!

“I like the community, all the people around me. They really help to study, to revise and I’ve made great friends, and I think they will be friends for life.” Current Student

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BOARDING Boarding is at the heart of St Leonards and we welcome full, weekly, fl exi and occasional boarders. Each of the boarding houses has its own unique character, but an overarching, welcoming ethos ensures that boarding is always friendly, with an emphasis on family atmosphere. We provide a home away from home for 140 students who are cared for by their Housemaster or Housemistress and Resident House Tutors. Th is fi gure includes around 50% of the Sixth Form.

Each of the houses is equipped with study bedrooms, common rooms, state-of-the-art kitchen facilities, games rooms and stylish social spaces. With their impressive staircases, expansive communal areas and beautifully maintained period details, our houses have a distinct country house feel. Th ere is a rolling programme of exciting refurbishments currently under way in the boarding houses. In 2016, over £3m was invested in transforming Bishopshall, and in summer 2019, the second phase of the Ollerenshaw redevelopment reached completion, ensuring that the boarding facilities we off er continue to be of an exceptionally high standard.

Th e fi rst phase of the St Rule refurbishment commenced in summer 2019, creating a welcoming and homely heart to the house by integrating sociable open-plan spaces on the ground fl oor, including a state-of-the-art kitchen/ dining area, perfect for hot chocolates and house activities in the evenings.

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UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS Th e School enjoys strong links with the University of St Andrews, Scotland’s oldest university. Th ese are exemplifi ed by the annual appointment of an Associate Researcher to guide our students on the world of research. IB Diploma students also receive lectures from visiting members of the University’s academic staff . St Leonards students have access to the University Library and other facilities.

“I love St Andrews and the close integration with the University. I use the university gym and we go to lectures there.” Current Student

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PASTORAL Our students are supported by a strong staff team. Each student has a tutor and a Head of Year who oversee his or her personal development. Every student at St Leonards is a member of an activity house to foster community spirit. All Sixth Form students are members of one of the boarding houses in which they come under the daily care of the Housemaster or Housemistress.

Th e School’s experienced Medical Centre staff provide expert care whenever needed and we also have a confi dential Independent Listener and a pastoral care team.

Meals are taken in the Central Dining Room, which has recently been redeveloped with a new, sophisticated look and feel. To match the stylish interiors, our newly appointed catering team is proud to use fresh produce and local suppliers, as sustainability is one of their passions. St Leonards is one of the only schools in the country to have received the Scottish Consumer Council’s Healthy Living Plus Award. All meals and snacks are provided as part of the school fees.

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COMMUNITY St Leonards is part of a community beyond the school walls. Th e International Baccalaureate places great emphasis on students becoming valued and responsible members of society and Sixth Formers take part in a range of community-based initiatives. Students in other year groups regularly volunteer their services to local organisations, too. Our students take part in conservation projects, help out in charity shops, play a part in civic events and raise funds for good causes. St Leonards students and teachers regularly share their knowledge and expertise in a range of subjects with students from local schools and we also share our facilities with many local groups.

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DAY STUDENTS Our day students travel in from a radius of over 30 miles, many using the St Leonards bus services. Th e school day begins at 8.30am, with most activities ending at 5.30pm. Parents of day students can also use our convenient fl exi or occasional boarding arrangements during the week. Th ere are no distinctions between day and boarding students at St Leonards; they are all part of the same friendly family. Day students therefore play a full part in boarding life. In the Sixth Form they become members of one of the boarding houses and socialise, relax and study there. Th ey can also join in weekend activities and excursions and represent their house in inter-house competitions.

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HISTORY St Leonards campus is rich in history, having served as a place of education almost continuously since 1512, when it was fi rst used as St Leonard’s College for poor clerks. St Leonards was established as a girls’ school in 1877 by St Andrews University professors and their wives. It was the fi rst place where women’s lacrosse was played, and it is believed to be the inspiration for Enid Blyton’s Mallory Towers novels. In 1999, St Leonards became fully co- educational and now the school has equal numbers of boys and girls in attendance. Queen Mary’s House, where Mary Queen of Scots is believed to have stayed, was opened as Queen Mary’s Library in 1927; today it houses a range of research and learning resources for students.

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SIXTH FORM St Leonards provides a world of opportunity, combining exceptional academic and co-curricular achievement with a friendly atmosphere. Th e school develops Sixth Form students into mature, thoughtful and confi dent individuals.

Entering the Sixth Form is an exciting step and often regarded as the pinnacle of the St Leonards journey. Respected by their peers and looked up to by the younger school community, many of our students have gradually worked towards this point of their school experience: a greater sense of independence and the opportunity to take on more responsibility; preparing for life beyond school. Wearing suits, being assigned to a house, taking on roles of responsibility such as Prefects, and Captains or Heads of School, making new friends and choosing their subjects for their IB Diploma studies are all parts of this.

Th e Sixth Form is designed for students to gradually transition from teacher-led learning to student-led learning.

Students follow the IB Diploma Programme, which has been praised by students, parents and university admissions offi cers for its focus on deepening learning, off ering wider subject options, and enriching minds.

Class sizes are small, and students choose a unique combination of six core subjects (three at standard and three at higher level) from an extensive list from Maths, English, Psychology, to Business Management, History to Italian and Chemistry to Japanese. Th is ensures students have a vast range of options open to them for further study and careers.

At St Leonards, Sixth Form education is far more than preparation for academic results; you are joining an international community of students with a commitment to making a diff erence in the world. Students learn about their diff erent cultures – for it is only by an appreciation and acceptance of our diff erences that we can bring people together across perceived divides.

We are proud that not only has St Leonards been awarded Scottish Independent School of the Year by Th e Sunday Times, but we have been named the Top Independent Secondary School Sixth Form in Scotland for IB/A Level results in 2016, 2017 and 2018.

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THE INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMA PROGRAMME CORE BACCALAUREATE In addition to the six subjects, the IB programme has Th e International Baccalaureate was founded in three core requirements: Switzerland in 1968 in order to provide a broad-based • Th e Extended Essay; A requirement for students to school leavers’ qualifi cation which would be recognised engage in independent research through an in-depth around the world by universities and employers. Today, study of a question relating to one of the subjects they the IB programme is followed in 150 countries by more are studying. than a million students. Th e International Baccalaureate is a gold standard curriculum and has the highest of • Th eory of Knowledge; A course designed to encourage aims. Its mission statement says: “Th e aim of all IB each student to refl ect on the nature of knowledge programmes is to develop internationally minded people by critically examining diff erent ways of knowing who, recognizing their common humanity and shared (perception, emotion, language and reason) and guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and diff erent kinds of knowledge (scientifi c, artistic, more peaceful world.” mathematical and historical). St Leonards has been off ering the IB Diploma as its exclusive curriculum in the Sixth Form for 13 years. • CAS; Creativity, Activity and Service – Th is element requires that students actively learn from the experience of doing real tasks beyond the classroom.

THE IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME Th e IB Diploma is equivalent to A levels and Highers/ Advanced Highers. On the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, students study six courses, three at Higher Level and three at Standard Level over two years. Th is ensures not only a breadth of experience in languages, social studies, the experimental sciences and mathematics but also the opportunity to specialise in key subjects as required. We off er an enviable range of subjects from which they can choose: Art & Design; Biology; Business Management; Chemistry; Computer Science; Economics; English; Classical Greek; Geography; History; History of Art; ITGS; Languages (including French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Mandarin and Japanese); Latin; Maths; Music; Physics; Psychology; Sports, Education and Health Science; Th eatre and Visual Arts.

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CREATIVITY Th e IB encourages creativity. Sixth Formers can take up a musical instrument and also be part of a choir, band, orchestra or ensemble. Th ere are other performance opportunities in the Drama Club or school productions and even the challenge of taking a show to the Edinburgh Festival. Students can also pursue art, design and photography or take part in creative writing activities.

“I enjoy the after-school drama club. You get to know people better through activities and it’s really good fun.” Current Sixth Form Student

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ACTIVITY IB students must show examples of physical exertion contributing to a healthy lifestyle and complementing their academic work, for example in the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme. Students also help set up sports activities and play in teams. Th ey can choose from a wide variety of sports including athletics, cricket, tennis, swimming, hockey, football, rugby, watersports or even contemporary dance. Golfers have access to the seven St Andrews Links courses, including the world-famous Old Course, and benefi t from the all-weather, fl oodlit practice facilities and golf technology at St Andrews Links Golf Academy.

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SERVICE Th e International Baccalaureate places great emphasis on students becoming valued and responsible members of society and Sixth Form students take part in a range of community-based initiatives. Th ey help in local charity shops or community organisations, take part in conservation projects, fundraising events and have even abseiled down the Forth Rail Bridge to raise money for good causes.

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UNIVERSITY ADMISSIONS Since its inception, the IB Diploma qualifi cation has remained constant: there has been no grade infl ation and the syllabus fi nds huge favour with university admissions offi cers. Research has shown that IB Diploma students are more likely to go to a top 20 UK university, more likely to achieve a 1st or 2:1 degree, and more likely to be employed in graduate level and higher paid jobs. “Th e IB is an extremely good qualifi cation in allowing students to transition between high school and university. King’s is one of the number one destinations in Europe for IB learners.” Paul Teulon, Director of Admissions and Registry Services at King’s College London

UNIVERSITY DESTINATIONS Approximately one third of our students go on to study at a Scottish university. Recent destinations have included Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow and St Andrews. A further third go on to study elsewhere in the UK including Oxford, Cambridge, the London School of Economics and Durham or Exeter. Th e remaining third take up places at universities all over the world, most recently in Boston, Munich and Montreal. Courses have included Law, Medicine, International Relations, Engineering, Chemistry, Art, Geography and Classics.

“I really enjoy the academic side of St Leonards and the small classes sizes…and the sport is amazing.” Current Sixth Form Student

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INTERNATIONAL OUTLOOK St Leonards is proud of its Scottish heritage and traditions and draws the majority of its students from Scotland and the rest of the UK. However, the appeal of the IB has also enabled an international outlook to fl ourish within the School, with students from around 30 diff erent nationalities rubbing shoulders in the classroom and making life-long friendships. It is an excellent way for our students to learn about the global nature of the world today.

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BTEC Th e Pearson BTEC in Business and in Sport is available to students in the Sixth Form who do not wish to study for the full IB Diploma. Th is option, which combines 8 units of BTEC study with two or three IB courses, serves as good preparation for either university, college or the world of work. Introduced at St Leonards in 2018, the BTEC programme gives students the ability to tailor their choices, whilst acquiring relevant skills for further study and for business through vocational learning. Th e qualifi cation at the end of two years of study is equivalent to two A Levels.

Th e BTEC in Business introduces students to the business sector and asks them to consider the world around them, applying concepts to diff erent business scenarios and following current aff airs. Units off ered at St Leonards include ‘Principles of Management’, ‘Market Research’, ‘International Business’, ‘Managing an Event’, ‘Personal and Business Finance’, ‘Exploring Business’ and ‘Developing a Marketing Campaign.’ Th is is strengthened by a dedicated work experience unit, equipping students with real-life learning in a sector of their choice.

For students choosing to study the BTEC in Sport, a varied timetable covers the following subject areas: ‘Anatomy and Physiology’, Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being’, ‘Professional Development in the Sports Industry’, ‘Sports Leadership’, ‘Application of Fitness Testing’, ‘Practical Sports Performance’, ‘Sports Event Organisation’, ‘Investigating Business in the Sport and Active Leisure Industry’, and ‘Skill Acquisition in Sport’. Combined, this course gives students a solid understanding of the sports industry, and is well suited to those interested in a career in sport, whether as a player or in any other capacity.

At St Leonards, both BTEC programmes are studied alongside two or three IB courses, selected by the student from the wide range of subjects on off er, thereby combining academic study with practical learning. Students who opt for this combination can go on to study at university or college, take on an apprenticeship, or progress straight into employment.

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LINKS WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS St Leonards students benefi t from lectures given by visiting members of the University’s academic staff and from having access to the University library. In addition, Sixth Formers also have a direct link to the research community of Scotland’s oldest university via the St Andrews Associate Researcher. Th e appointed Researcher assists students with their Th eory of Knowledge studies, guides them on research and acts as a general point of contact within the University.

“This is an exchange that undoubtedly contributes to the intellectual profi le of the town.” Professor Dina Iordanova, former Provost of St Leonard’s College and Dean of Graduate Studies at the University of St Andrews

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PASTORAL CARE & BOARDING All Sixth Form students are members of one of the School’s boarding houses, where they can socialise, relax and study. Th ey come under the daily care of the Housemaster or Housemistress and are also given academic support by a personal tutor and a Head of Year. Boarding is at the heart of St Leonards and we welcome full, weekly, fl exi and occasional boarder. We provide a home away from home for students who choose to board, which includes around 50% of the Sixth Form. Each of the Houses are equipped with study bedrooms, common rooms, kitchen facilities, wi-fi , games rooms and stylish social spaces. Th ere is a rolling programme of exciting refurbishments currently being implemented in the boarding houses. In 2016, over £3m was invested in transforming Bishopshall, the largest of the three houses for girls in Years 10 - 13. In summer 2019, the second phase of the Ollerenshaw (our boys’ house for Years 10-13) redevelopment reached completion, ensuring that the boarding facilities we off er continue to be of an exceptionally high standard.

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SIXTH FORM LIFE IN ST ANDREWS As young adults, St Leonards’ Sixth Formers enjoy the advantages of their school being situated in a small, safe and friendly town. Home to Scotland’s fi rst university and world-famous golf courses, St Andrews is considered a cosmopolitan destination with excellent facilities. In their free time, students can visit endless coff ee shops and restaurants, enjoy shopping trips and visits to the local theatre and cinema, and walk along the beautiful beaches and down to the harbour.

“I love St Andrews and the fact that the school is in the middle of the town. There is everything you need in St Andrews and there is always so much to do. I have now applied to study at the University.” Current Sixth Form Student

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USEFUL INFORMATION 2019-2020

GENERAL ADMISSIONS PROCEDURE

Although the main intake is at the start of each academic St Leonards Junior School (Years 1-7) year, applications can be considered at any time during the school year, subject to available space. All prospective Children seeking entry are normally required to spend students are interviewed by the Headmaster of St Leonards either a morning or afternoon in school to enable or the Head of St Leonards Junior School. International teaching staff to assess their abilities in reading, language students who cannot attend for interview will be asked and numbers, as well as their social skills. This helps to to submit a detailed personal statement and may be establish the correct level of entry for each child. Those interviewed by Skype. wishing to enter Years 4 – 7 are assessed using the CAT4 tests, either during the day in school, or at some other There will be an entrance test day (normally in November agreed time. or January) for students entering the Senior School or Sixth Form, although dates can be arranged individually Any support for learning issue highlighted is investigated at other times. Parents are expected to have advised their further using the same procedures as those where an child’s current school by this stage of the application to St additional support need is already known (see later). Leonards. A formal offer will be made once the outcome of the tests is known and, if required, a confidential report has been received from the applicant’s current school. St Leonards Senior School Years 8, 9, 10 and 11 (Pre-IB) Payment of a deposit is required at least one month after receipt of offer. Entry is by means of CAT4 assessment or Common Entrance. Students seeking entry are also recommended to Applications are considered strictly in chronological spend a day in school. This helps to establish the correct order of receipt of both the completed application form level of entry for each student. Entrance examinations and payment of the application fee of £100. A waiting are held at individually arranged times. Any support ST LEONARDS ADMISSIONS POLICY list will be established when a year group becomes fully for learning issue highlighted by these assessments or subscribed. Once a place becomes available it will be otherwise is investigated further using the same procedures Students are admitted to St Leonards regardless of native Prospective students are expected to complete any offered, subject to the usual entry procedures, to the first as those where an additional support need is already language, ethnicity, gender, religion and disability (where entrance papers without assistance. This will give the applicant on the waiting list. known (see later). practicable) as long as other entrance requirements are relevant departments, including Support for Learning, met. maximum information on the ability of the candidate to The Headmaster or the Registrar is happy to discuss with process written material unaided. parents a) any decision not to offer a place to a candidate As it is essential that all students at St Leonards have and b) the admissions policy in general. If parents St Leonards Sixth Form the opportunity to develop their full potential, parents Notes: still have concerns, they may write to the Headmaster Students entering the Lower Sixth Form Year 12 are are required to disclose any difficulties which their child requesting a meeting. is known to have. To ensure everyone has maximum a) A further charge is made for learning support in the usually expected to have gained: information and opportunity, there is a more detailed Senior School and Sixth Form. • At least GCSE Grade B for Higher Level subjects admissions procedure for those students where a specific b) The School reserves the right to request a confidential and grade C for Standard Level subjects or the SQA learning difficulty is already known. report from any prospective student’s current school, National 5 equivalent; The selection procedures for all applicants are based whether or not a student has additional support needs. • An acceptable international equivalent to those on ability and aptitude. Those with additional support c) Applications by the siblings of students already at St mentioned above. needs are admitted according to the same criteria as other Leonards will be treated in the same way as any other students, including performance in entrance examinations, applications. All students will also be required to sit CAT4 assessments. provided that admission is compatible with: Students for whom English is not their first language are expected to have obtained a standard of English equivalent a) the provision of efficient education for the students to the Cambridge First Certificate or IELTS academic with whom he/she will be educated; grade 6. b) the efficient use of resources and the level of support the School is able to provide.

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ADMISSIONS PROCEDURE FOR STUDENTS WITH KNOWN SPECIFIC LEARNING NEEDS SCHOLARSHIPS

Where a child has a known specific learning need, previous • Parents will then be invited to a meeting with the Context Requirements for award psychological assessments, IEPs/CSPs and school reports Registrar/Head of Support for Learning / Headmaster will be studied carefully in conjunction with the entrance to discuss the outcome. (This may be necessary only if Scholarships are solely awarded as means of recognising The standards required are deliberately high. achievement and excellence whether academic or in tests taken. Where appropriate, further assessment will be the informal assessment indicates a possible need for a Academic: A scholarship award winner is expected to be carried out to ensure that such prospective students are level of support greater than the school can provide or art, drama, music, sport or golf. Scholarships are not associated with any remission on fees. Most remissions a likely candidate for entry to Oxford or Cambridge or not disadvantaged by a disability, provided the criteria for where further discussion is desirable following review another elite university. admission are sustained. of all the information gathered to date.) offered by the School take the form of Academic Bursaries. For more information contact the Registrar or Chief Art: A scholarship award winner needs to demonstrate The admissions procedure is as follows, whether or not a • If parents wish to proceed with registration after Operating Officer. an excellent understanding of the basic visual elements, child has already been formally registered for entry: informal assessment, a report will be requested from Scholarships will be awarded: compositional accuracy and outstanding artistic ability. An the child’s current school and a date set for formal accompanying portfolio is desired. • Where the school deems it necessary, the child will entrance tests, if appropriate. • At the end of Year 7 for entry into Year 8; spend a day with the relevant year group for an Music: A scholarship award winner is expected to • Once the entrance tests have been marked, comments informal assessment of how they cope with the work • At the end of Year 8 for sustained excellent demonstrate a high degree of proficiency or potential on the tests and a recommendation as to the level of of the class and fit in with the other students. The performance through the year; on one or preferably more instruments (or voice). Head of Support for Learning will meet with the support required by the child will be made by the Composition specialists may also be considered, with child during the course of the day and carry out any Head of Support for Learning, taking into account the • At the end of Year 9 for entry into Year 10; an appropriate portfolio. Award winners must be informal assessments appropriate to this stage in the entrance tests and all other oral and written evidence prepared to commit themselves fully to the life of the • At the start of Year 12 after the publication of GCSE admissions process. gathered during the admissions process. Music Department through participation in choirs and results in August; • Parents may be asked to provide samples of the books • Parents will again be invited to a meeting to discuss ensembles. • Following the end of Year 12 exams for entry into Year used/work done by the child for the Head of Support the outcome. At this stage an offer of a place in school Drama: A scholarship award winner is expected to display 13; for Learning and other appropriate members of staff to may, or may not, be made. outstanding theatrical knowledge and skills as well as review. Please note that the Admissions Policy of St Leonards is • For entry into the one year Pre-IB course (Year 11) proficiency for devised drama. An accompanying portfolio • The Head of Support for Learning/Head of School/ monitored and reviewed regularly and may be subject to (non-academic only). is desired. Head of Year Group will provide the Registrar with a change. Scholarships will be awarded in the following areas of Sports: A scholarship award winner is expected to have report in writing for discussion with the Headmaster. achievement: national or regional honours in one or possibly more sports or be likely to achieve them. • Academic • Drama • Music • Art • Sport • Golf Golf: A scholarship award winner is expected to have Length of award national or regional honours in golf or be likely to achieve them. The award remains with the scholar until he/she leaves St Leonards. A scholarship may be withdrawn if Tom Morris: The award winner must demonstrate performance falls to an unsatisfactory level. outstanding achievement in golf. There can only be one holder of the prestigious scholarship at one time. Further details can be obtained from the Director of Golf.

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ASSESSMENT ST LEONARDS CURRICULUM

Academic Scholarships Pupils in other year groups will be recommended for entry The stages of the education we offer provide for both The academic curriculum in Year 7 of the Junior School to the Headmaster either by the Head Year Group or the academic continuity and the opportunity to join St and Years 8 and 9 of the Senior School is similarly The assessment of academic performance will take the Head of Sixth Form. Leonards at strategic points without compromising underpinned by the values of the St Leonards learner form of: progress. profile and is called the Middle Years Programme, with Drama Scholarships additional options and schemes of work that extend • A review of the end of year assessments in Year 7, the Pupils in the Junior School follow the St Leonards sitting of a one hour logic paper; interview by the Procedure: The Head of Drama will conduct an audition and expand the subject core. Years 10 and 11 follow the Primary Years Programme. This is underpinned by the English Curriculum of GCSEs and IGCSEs. Headmaster and Head of Year Group (for external which will consist of prepared pieces and devised work. values of the St Leonards learner profile which is in turn candidates – entrance assessments; logic paper and Music Scholarships influenced by the ethos of the International Baccalaureate. Students in the Sixth Form study the Diploma Programme interview). The Curriculum is based on investigative learning and of the International Baccalaureate. • A review of the end of year exams in Year 8 and Procedure: The Director of Music will conduct an audition inspires pupils to be inquirers; knowledgeable; thinkers; and informal interview. Candidates should perform a communicators; principled; open-minded; caring; risk- At all stages there are extensive programmes of co- a review of performance through the year by the curricular and curriculum-based activities. Headmaster and the Head of Year Group (for external prepared piece on each of their chosen instruments, and takers; balanced; reflective. candidates – entrance assessments; logic paper and will be given sight reading and aural tests at an appropriate interview). level. Art Scholarships St Leonards Age St Leonards English Equivalents Scottish Equivalents • A review of the end of year exams in Year 9 and the (approx) Curriculum (approx) (approx) sitting of a one hour logic paper; interview by the Procedure: The art scholarship exam is to complete a piece Headmaster and Head of Year Group (for external St Leonards Y1 – Y6 5 – 11 Primary Years Y1 – Y7 P1 – P7 of artwork. It is helpful, particularly with new students Junior School Curriculum Key Stages 1 and 2 SQA “Curriculum for candidates – entrance assessments; logic paper and coming from other schools, to bring a portfolio of their interview). leading to part of Excellence” work in other disciplines. KS3 • A review of the final GCSE results and of academic Sport Scholarships St Leonards Y7 11 – 12 Middle Years Y7 P7 performance through Years 10 and Year 11 by the Junior School Curriculum Key Stage 2 leading SQA “Curriculum for Headmaster and Head of Year Group (for external Procedure: The Director of Sport will conduct an informal to part of KS3 Excellence” candidates – entrance assessments and ideally an interview with candidates and assess their performance in St Leonards Y8, Y9 12 – 14 Middle Years Y8, Y9 S1, S2, S3 interview). their chosen sport or sports. Current ability, potential and Senior School Curriculum Key Stage 3 SQA “Curriculum for commitment to the school will also be assessed. • A review of the end of Year 12 exam results and Excellence”. A broad interview by the Headmaster and Head of the Sixth Golf Scholarships general education Form. Y10 14 – 16 GCSEs/IGCSEs Y10, Y11 S4 National 4s and 5s Procedure: The Director of Golf will assess candidates (Y11/Pre-IB) GCSEs/ IGCSEs Procedure golfing ability across a range of clubs looking at aspects of St Leonards Y12, Y13 16 – 19 IB Diploma Y12, Y13 GCE S5 Highers the candidate’s game. This will be followed by an informal Sixth Form Programme AS and A Levels S6 Advanced Highers Pupils in Year 7 of St Leonards Junior School who are interview with the Director of Sport. The Golf Scholarship appropriate candidates for an award will be recommended award will take the form of a voucher up to the value of by the Head of St Leonards Junior School following their £50 and a certificate. The Tom Morris Scholar will receive end of year assessments; a remission on school fees as well as a funded place on the Suitable external candidates will be recommended by the golf programme and a certificate. Both will be presented at Head of Year Group following their entrance assessments. an appropriate assembly.

Parents of pupils will not be able to enter their son or daughter for an award and entry will be primarily based on sustained high levels of achievement as indicated by exam results or performance through the preceding year.

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ST LEONARDS JUNIOR SCHOOL • Pupils complete taster lessons in Spanish and German Group 1: Language A*: Native or near native language English, Chinese, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish* in Year 7 and then choose which language they would Years 1 to 6 like to progress in Year 8 and into Year 9. Group 2: Language A **: Native or near native language English The St Leonards Junior School Curriculum from Years 1 • Design and Technology is taught in Year 8. Language B*: Second language eg English, French, German, Spanish or Latin or Ab Initio: – 6 focuses on the development of the whole child as the Foreign language for students with no previous experience • The ‘Ad Vitam’ classes are the route to delivery of inquirer, both in the classroom and in the world outside. of the chosen language: eg Italian or Spanish PSHE and careers guidance. All year groups participate in this programme. Group 3: Individuals and Society: Economics, Geography, History or History of Art, Business The curriculum is a mixture of class-based and subject- Management, ITGS (Information Technology in a Global based teaching; each lesson encouraging children to • Year 8 and Year 9 students study Drama. Society), Psychology question, explore and communicate. Maths and English are timetabled and taught individually, as well as • Activity sessions are offered after school from 4.30- Group 4: Experimental Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Environmental Systems and Languages, Art, Drama, Music, PE (including weekly 5.30pm, as is supervised prep. Societies, Computer Science, Health and Sports Science swimming lessons) and Games sessions. The humanity Year 10 and Year 11 (Pre-IB) Group 5: Mathematics: Mathematics or Mathematical Studies subjects are taught as part of a ‘Unit of Inquiry’, learning Group 6: Arts and Electives: Visual Arts, Music or Theatre or second subject from Group • Pupils normally study 8, 9 or 10 GCSE subjects through themes. Languages are introduced from an early 1-4 acording to availability age: French from Year 1, Latin from Year 6 and other depending on ability and aptitude. In addition a Modern Foreign Languages in after-school clubs. comprehensive programme incorporating Ad Vitam, PE, Games, PSHE and co-curricular activities. GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics may be on offer in • The School reserves the right not to offer a subject the Sixth Form. There is an extra charge for such tuition. should the numbers wishing to study it not justify The pupils have the advantage of having access to • The core subjects at GCSE include English Language, running the course. Any student enrolled on a course the facilities of the Senior School, including Science English Literature, a modern foreign language, • In addition to a full academic programme, students is, however, guaranteed tuition until the end of the Laboratories, Music Centre, Art Department, PE and Religious Studies, Mathematics and a balanced science follow curriculum enrichment courses, attend careers course. sports areas. There is an extensive co-curricular activities course involving all three sciences. The modern foreign programme, with over 35 after-school clubs available. seminars and take full advantage of the extensive games languages on offer in this compulsory section are and fitness provision. A full co-curricular programme *Some Language A and Language B Ab Initio choices The main point of entry to the Junior School is Year 1, French, German and Spanish. is also an integral part of the timetabled week. incur extra costs for tuition. however we welcome new boys and girls into any year, • The options are then based on a three-column system **Courses will only run according to demand subject to availability. and include Art and Design, Classical Civilisation, Geography, History, PE, Drama, Music, Latin and Year 7 a second modern language from a choice of French, The Year 7 Curriculum is matched with that of Years 8 and Spanish and German. 9 to provide a seamless and coherent transition. They also • The balanced science course enables pupils to take share the Senior School facilities. Biology, Chemistry and Physics as separate GCSE subjects or as Science GCSE. • Subject choices are made on an individual basis and THE SENIOR SCHOOL there are full consultation procedures amongst staff, parents and pupils before final decisions are made. Year 8 and Year 9 • As for Years 8 and 9, activity and supervised prep Year 7 in the Junior School and Years 8 and 9 in the sessions are offered after school from 4.30-5.30pm. Senior School are part of the St Leonards Middle Years Curriculum. All teaching is delivered by subject specialists, Full details on the choices in the Sixth Form may be found providing the perfect foundation platform for the GCSE in the IB Diploma Handbook. course. The curriculum is based on the Diploma Programme of • All pupils study English, Maths, Science (taught the International Baccalaureate Organisation (www.ibo. as Biology, Chemistry and Physics), French, ICT, org). Students studying the Diploma Programme must History, Geography, Religious Studies, Art & Design, select a subject from each of the six groups: Latin, Music, PE and Games.

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ASSESSMENT OTHER INFORMATION

Continuous assessment is an integral part of our day-to- Sixth Form Passports and Visas Queen Mary’s Library day teaching and learning at all stages, but the following formal assessments take place during the year: Externally marked examinations for the IB Diploma It is the responsibility of the parent and/or guardian to Queen Mary’s Library is available to all pupils. Pupils Course are in May/June of Year 13. Internal examinations ensure that all students who are not UK nationals have the may borrow books from the Library as they wish, but it is St Leonards Junior School will be set at the end of the Autumn and Summer Terms required passport and visa (if outside the EEA) in place. important that each pupil signs out their chosen book. in Year 12 and internal ‘preliminary final’ examinations in The school cannot accept responsibility for any problems All years have assessments in the Autumn Term and at the February/March of Year 13. arising from out-of-date passports or visas. All enquiries Trips end of the Summer Term. Years 5 to 7 also have INCAS regarding the provision of CAS for visa applications assessments in English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning Educational visits are arranged on a regular basis. They should be referred to the Registrar, at least six weeks prior are related to the current topics/themes and are therefore and Non-verbal Reasoning in October. These assessments to the expiration of the current visa. are marked with a raw score, which is then converted most beneficial for the pupils as they are able to learn into a standardised score. Standardised scores enable us to Learning Support from ‘hands on’ experience providing an extension to their compare our pupils with a large, nationally represented classroom experiences. Residential School trips are offered sample. We will contact you should we feel that your child would from time to time. To encourage co-operation and self- benefit from Learning Support. However, if you have sufficiency all pupils should be encouraged to participate Senior School any concern about your child’s academic progress, please in these trips. contact us. Year 8 and Year 9 Academic Lesson Costs – Recharge Extra-Curricular Activities September At St Leonards, we are able to offer a wide range of The School offers a wide range of activities. Many of these different IGCSE and IB Diploma subject choices. A small Internal base-line testing takes place in English, activities are free of charge but some do incur a fee. Please minority of IGCSE and IB Diploma subjects incur an Mathematics and Science to determine National note the half-term’s notice for ceasing charged ‘extra’ additional cost. A list of these subjects can be found on Curriculum levels. activities. Once your son/daughter has signed up for an the relevant option choice forms but, as an example, this includes a number of Language A and Ab Initio courses June activity they are expected to attend for at least a term unless otherwise agreed with school. and for IGCSE these subjects are mainly foreign language End of year school examinations mother tongue courses. For next academic year the price Private Instruction structure per term can be obtained from the accounts Year 10 office – Mr Bannan c.bannan@stleonards-fife.org or Pupils extracted for private instruction are expected to the Academic Deputy Head – Mrs Pemberton-Hislop December and June Internal school examinations catch up on schoolwork missed in their own time. A rota d.pemberton@stleonards-fife.org. system is used to spread the loss of class time. Fees for Year 11 (Pre-IB) extra tuition can be found on the Fee Sheet. Please note that a half-term’s notice must be given to cease any private January Mock GCSE examinations lessons. May/June Prep Externally marked GCSE examinations Prep is set on a regular basis from Year 3 onwards. This There is a timetable set for GCSE Coursework, which allows pupils to review and consolidate what has been ensures that each department has an appropriate learned in class, along with extension work. Supervised and separate time interval to complete their required prep is available after school but, if your son/daughter coursework. is participating in an after-school activity, or if it is not convenient for them to stay, please ensure that your child completes their prep at home. Prep should be written into the pupil’s homework diaries.

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EXAMINATION RESULTS: GCSE AND IB DIPLOMA

Results Analysis 2015 – 2019

GCSE IB Diploma

% A* - C Grades % A*/A Grades Average Points Score % 5-7 at HL

2019 91 45 33 76 2018 97 51 32 76 2017 87 39 33 82 2016 90 33 34 86 2015 92 42 33 73

Dedicated School Buses

Th e school currently operates the following dedicated bus services for day students:

• From Kirkcaldy via Glenrothes, Leven, Lundin Links, Upper Largo and Largoward. Th e bus leaves Kirkcaldy at 7.20am.

• From Kilconquhar via Elie, St Monans, Pittenweem, Anstruther, Cellardyke and Crail. Th e bus leaves Kilconquhar at 7.35am.

• From Auchtermuchty via Trafalgar Cross Roads, Cupar and Ceres. Th e bus leaves Auchtermuchty at 7.35am.

• From Dundee via Tay Bridge Access, Tayport, Leuchars Station and Strathkinness. Th e bus leaves Dundee at 7.45am.

• From Perth via Invergowrie. Th e bus leaves Perth at 7.05am.

Buses for the return journey leave St Leonards at 5.40pm.

Further details about the school bus services and fares are available from the Domestic Bursar, Mr Colin Knight CATERING: c.knight@stleonards-fi fe.org All catering at St Leonards is provided by Th omas Franks, Any dietary requirements can be catered for by with a focus on local and seasonal produce. In addition to arrangement with the Catering Manager, who will be providing creative menus for delicious breakfasts, lunches, happy to assist. suppers and snacks throughout the year, the Catering Team hosts regular ‘theme nights’ to showcase local Th e menu changes weekly, off ering a wide range of suppliers and ingredients and celebrate calendar events, options at every meal. A sample menu is included overleaf including Burns’ Night, Halloween, Christmas, bake sales to show a typical week in the CDR at St Leonards. and Tex-Mex and BBQ evenings.

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Breakfast Example Lunch Example Supper Example FEES: 2019/2020 Small Oranges, Pears, Bananas, SOUP OF THE DAY HOT DELI Green And Red Apples. Tuscan Tomato & Pasta Soup BBQ Beef Quarter Pounder, Cajun Spiced Chicken Fillet Stage Per Year Per Term A Premium Range of Breakfast MAIN CHOICE 1 Pulled BBQ Jack Fruit Sixth Form Full Boarding Year 12 - Year 13 £37,452 £12,484 Cereals Available with Ice Cold Hand Carved Honey Roast Sixth Form Day Year 12 - Year 13 £15,474 £5,158 Milk of your choice Gammon with Pineapple and Brioche Finger Bun 10” Flour Senior School Full Boarding Years 9 -11 £37,452 £12,484 Chilli Salsa Tortilla Wrap Toasted Sesame Senior School Full Boarding Year 8 £24,651 £8,217 Wholegrain Toasted Bread with Seed Bun Senior School Day Years 8-11 £15,474 £5,158 your choice of Spreads to Include MAIN CHOICE 2 Junior School Full Boarding Year 6-7 £24,741 £8,217 Handmade Mixed Fruit Jam, Low Chef’s Own Tomato Ketchup New York Deli Style Flatbreads Junior School Years 6-7 £12,741 £4,247 Fat Spread, Butter, Handmade Garlic and Herb Mayonnaise with Pastrami, Gherkins, Melted Junior School Years 4-5 £11,388 £3,796 Marmalade, Honey BBQ Sauce Sweet Chilli Sauce Swiss Cheese, Rocket & Caesar Junior School Years 1-3* £9,552 £3,184 Dressing MAIN EVENT CHOICE 1 Oven Baked Potato Wedges In addition, there is a compulsory ICT capitation charge of £200 per year per pupil. Handmade Multigrain Pancakes Sliced Tomato Sliced Monterey MAIN CHOICE 3 with Maple Syrup & Soft Forest Jack Cheese Crisp Iceberg Fees Cover: Curriculum tuition, returnable text books, Sibling Remissions Wild Mushroom & Barley Risotto three course lunch plus morning snack, after school Fruits or Chocolate Spread Lettuce with Rocket & Parmesan Shavings activities taken by St Leonards Staff, full-board for Means tested Sibling Remissions are available to families Onions boarding students, Learning Support in the Junior School. with more than one child at St Leonards. CHOICE 2 SIDES FOR ABOVE Parents are reminded that the yearly fee is, for their Fee Assistance Grilled Smoked Bacon, Local SWEET Roast Potatoes Wok Fried Greens convenience, divided into three equal instalments (even A number of charities exist to provide financial assistance Butcher Sausages, Scrambled Individual Double Chocolate though the Autumn term is considerably longer than the Roast Chantenay Carrots for educational purposes. A limited number of requests Eggs, Potato Scone, Hash Brown, Mousse other two). Thus, no refund is due to parents of Year 13 for financial assistance with fees will be considered on Black Pudding, Morning Rolls, students because the IB Diploma examinations finish at a means tested basis by the School Finance Committee the end of May. Baked Beans MAIN CHOICE 4 upon submission of a confidential and detailed statement Tagliatelle or Salt Baked Sweet, Payment options of personal finances. Please apply to the Chief Operating or Local Potatoes with a range of Officer for details. CHOICE 3 There is an option to pay school fees by monthly Direct Cold and Hot Fillings and Rolled Scottish Oat Porridge or Debit for which there is no additional charge. Toppings Natural Yogurt with your choice Fees Do Not Cover: Non-returnable and damaged of toppings to include Handmade textbooks, uniform, trips and outings, examination Fruit Compote, Honey, HOT PUDDING costs (see following page), after school activities taken Black Forrest Fruit Crumble with Cinnamon Sugar, Blueberries and by external tutors (see following page), stationery, school Custard bus, tuition for some languages, Learning Support in the Natural Whole Grain Granola Senior School and Sixth Form.

A deposit is required upon acceptance of a place at St Leonards. This deposit is refunded, minus any outstanding charges, when students leave St Leonards. Details regarding deposits can be obtained by contacting the Registrar.

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ACTIVITIES: SENIOR SCHOOL CHARGES (2019-20)

Length of lesson Charge per lesson Comment 30 minutes £19.00 Maximum 30 lessons per year Temporary Removal of a Pupil GCSE Examination Fees 45 minutes £28.50 There may be occasions when a parent may request While there is no overall registration fee for GCSE, there 60 minutes £38.00 their child to leave for a period of time without leaving is a charge for each examination students take. The figure ACTIVITIES: SENIOR SCHOOL CHARGES (2019-20) permanently. In such cases, as well as giving the school varies according to the subject but would typically range Music the required notice, the pupil will contractually have left from £36 to £70 per subject taken. Therefore, a student’s Instrument Hire: £6.25 per lesson the school and their place will be offered to the next pupil GCSE examination costs could total up to £370. A small on the waiting list. At the School’s discretion it may be amount of this will be charged during the spring term of Speech and Drama: ESB Speech & Trinity Guild Hall Examination Course possible to retain the pupil’s place. However, the parents Year 10 to cover early modules and the remainder will be Size of class Charge per lesson of the child would be required to pay a ‘retainer fee’ to St charged in the spring term of Year 11 (Pre-IB). Individual £19.00 Leonards. This fee would be at the level of the fees they Pair £9.50 would have paid had they remained a pupil inclusive of The fees given above for the IB Diploma and GCSE any remissions they would receive. Any younger siblings Examinations are for the 2019-2020, assuming the fees Group £7.50 would also retain any remissions they receive as if the themselves haven’t changed. Golf absent sibling was still in attendance. In short, the original Native Language Tuition Programme Charge contract with the School remains in force. High Performance Squad £1,775 Due to the excellent connections with St Andrews Examination Fees University, St Leonards is able to offer a wide range of Performance Development Squad £1,150 IB Diploma students pay postage costs for their native language tuition in all year groups. However, please Q School Golf Programme £850 examinations of up to £50, dependent on examination be aware that some of this tuition may be subject to an Introduction to Golf £725 additional charge, dependent on Year Group, the number marking location. This is an additional cost, which will be St Leonards Minis £300 charged when the student enters the second year of their of students and language. IB studies.* Learning Support *The Season Ticket covers play until 31 March 2020. A new Season Ticket will be required for play between 1 April 2020 and 31 March 2021. However, the cost for this will not be known until February 2020 when prices are set by the St Andrews * Please note, IB Diploma fees are subject to review annually Lessons £33.50 per lesson. Links Trust. by the IBO. Prices for individual golf lessons are available on request. The costs vary dependant on the tutor and type of lesson and also whether individual or group lessons. Watersports are charged per session and charges are available on request.

ACTIVITIES: ST LEONARDS JUNIOR SCHOOL CHARGES (2019-20)

Activity Charge Music (30 minutes) £19.00 per lesson Speech and Drama (individual) £19.00 per lesson Speech and Drama (pair) £9.50 per lesson Speech and Drama (group) £7.50 per lesson Judo (Autumn Term) £71.00 per term Judo (Spring Term) £53.00 per term Judo (Summer Term) £41.00 per term Ballet £4.90 per lesson Modern/Jazz dance £4.90 per lesson Riding £18.00 per lesson (1 hour) Cooking (Autumn & Spring Term) £35.00 Yoga & Dance £5 per lesson

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TERM DATES Senior School day students return to school by 8.25 am and Junior School pupils return to school by 8.40 am on the first day of each term

AUTUMN 2019 AUTUMN 2020 Friday 23 August New Staff Induction Thursday 20 August Boarding only - New House Staff Induction Monday 26 August INSET/Staff Meetings Friday 21 August Staff Meetings/INSET (inc New Teaching Staff Induction) Tuesday 27 August INSET/Staff Meetings From 2.00 pm Boarding Houses open for:- new Senior School Yrs 8 – 11 Saturday 22 August Boarding Houses open from 10.00am for all new Boarders boarders and new and returning Yr 12 boarders Sunday 23 August Boarding Houses open for all returning Boarders Start of Year Family BBQ Wednesday 28 August Yr 12 (all students) Diploma Programme Induction Monday 24 August Staff Meetings / INSET Boarding Houses: Outing with Resident House Tutors From 2.00 pm onwards all remaining boarders to return 6.30 pm Supper for boarders Tuesday 25 August Staff Meetings / INSET Yr 12 – Diploma Programme Induction Thursday 29 August 8.30 am Term begins Wednesday 26 August 8.30am Term begins Friday 11 October 4.15 pm Half-term begins 5.00 pm Boarding Houses close Friday 9 October 4.15pm Half-term begins 5.00pm Boarding Houses close Sunday 27 October Half-term ends, 1.00 pm Boarding Houses open 6.30 pm Supper for Boarders Sunday 25 October Half-term ends 1.00pm Boarding Houses open 6.30pm Supper for Boarders ( UK clocks go back 27 October ) ( UK clocks go back 25 October ) Monday 28 October 8.30 am Term resumes Monday 26 October 8.30am Term resumes Friday 13 December 12.00 Term ends 5.00 pm Boarding Houses close Friday 11 December 12.00pm Term ends 5.00pm Boarding Houses close

SPRING 2020 SPRING 2021 Monday 6 January Staff Inset Boarders return. Boarding Houses open from 9.00 am 6.30 pm Supper for Boarders Monday 4 January Staff INSET Boarders return. Boarding Houses open from 9.00am 6.30pm Supper for Boarders Tuesday 7 January 8.30 am Term begins Tuesday 5 January 8.30am Term begins Friday 7 February 4.15 pm Half-term begins 5.00 pm Boarding Houses close Friday 5 February 4.15pm Half-term begins 5.00pm Boarding Houses close Sunday 16 February Half-term ends 1.00 pm Boarding Houses open 6.30 pm Supper for Boarders Sunday 14 February Half-term ends 1.00pm Boarders return 6.30pm Supper for Boarders Monday 17 February 8.30 am Term resumes Monday 15 February 8.30am Term resumes Friday 27 March 12.00 Term ends 5.00 pm Boarding Houses close (Easter Sunday: 12 April) Friday 19 March 12.00pm Term ends 5.00pm Boarding Houses close Easter Sunday: 4 April (UK clocks go forward 29 March) (UK clocks go forward 29 March)

SUMMER 2020 SUMMER 2021 Thursday 16 April Staff Meetings/INSET – Day 1 of 2 Thursday 8 April Staff INSET – Day 1 of 2 Friday 17 April Staff Meetings/INSET – Day 2 of 2 Friday 9 April Staff INSET – Day 2 of 2 Sunday 19 April Boarders return. Boarding Houses open from 9.00 am Sunday 11 April Boarders return Boarding Houses open from 9.00am 6.30pm Supper for Boarders 6.30 pm Supper for Boarders Monday 12 April 8.30am Term begins Monday 20 April 8.30 am Term begins Friday 28 May 4.15pm Half-term begins Friday 22 May 4.15 pm Half-term begins 4.15 pm IB Diploma course ends. Yr 13 students return for Leavers’ IB Diploma course ends. Yr13 students return for Leavers Speeches and Prizegiving in June (date tbc) Speeches and Prizegiving on Wednesday 17 June 5.00 pm Boarding Houses close 5.00pm Boarding Houses close Sunday 31 May Half-term ends 1.00 pm Boarding Houses open 6.30 pm Supper for Boarders Sunday 6 June Half-term ends Monday 1 June 8.30 am Term resumes 1.00pm Boarding Houses open Wednesday 17 June Prizegiving Ceremony 6.30pm Supper for Boarders Thursday 25 June 4.15 pm Senior School Term ends Monday 7 June 8.30am Term resumes Friday 26 June 11.00 am Junior School Prizegiving 12.00 Boarding Houses close Wednesday 23 June 4.15pm Senior School and Yr 12 Term ends 12.00 Term ends for Junior School Thursday 24 June 11.00am St Leonards Junior School Prizegiving 12.00pm Boarding Houses close Prizegiving Ceremony: Wednesday 16 June (tbc)

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