Prospectus WELCOME WELCOME Values and Aims INTRODUCTION The Peterhouse Group unashamedly champions a core set of values – loyalty, decency, honesty, humility, service, self-sacrifice and respect - all based upon the Anglican tradition of the Christian faith. The specific aims of the Peterhouse Group are: • to develop and promote an atmosphere in which learning and personal development can eterhouse is a group of Peterhouse Girls and Springvale full-boarders; and Springvale prosper unhindered and in which pupils are able schools – Peterhouse Boys, House are all members of House, re-opened in 1985, caters to develop a sense of their own identity and Peterhouse Girls and Springvale the Conference of Heads for 220 boys and girls, a mix worth; PHouse Preparatory School; the of Independent Schools in of weekly-boarders and day- Group is widely regarded as Zimbabwe (CHISZ) and the scholars from Grade 1 to Grade 7. • to ensure that pupils are happy and that Zimbabwe’s top independent Rector is also a member standards of health and pastoral care are as good school and one of the premier of The Headmasters’ and The three schools occupy two as they can be; independent schools in Southern Headmistresses’ Conference magnificent estates on either Africa. (HMC) which represents the top side of the main road between • to ensure that pupils leave Peterhouse with the 350 independent schools in the Harare and Mutare just outside best possible academic qualifications; The Peterhouse Group is led UK and across the globe. Marondera and share two by the Rector who also has conservation areas, Calderwood • to enable pupils to develop their potential not responsibility on a day-to-day Peterhouse Boys, founded in Park and Gosho Park. only in the classroom but in all other respects basis for Peterhouse Boys. 1955, caters for approximately (leadership, sport, outdoor pursuits, music, Peterhouse Girls and Springvale 500 boys from Form 1 to VIth At Peterhouse, we prepare drama, art and culture) depending on their House have their own Heads Form, all of whom are full- pupils for life beyond school aptitudes and interests; both of whom report to the boarders; Peterhouse Girls, in such a way that they are Rector. founded in 1987, caters for 450 able to make a positive and • to promote high standards of personal girls from Form 1 to VIth Form, appearance, dress, good manners and self- The Rector and the Heads of the vast majority of whom are lasting difference. discipline; and • to prepare pupils for life beyond school in such a way that they are able to make a positive and lasting difference. The overall aim for the Peterhouse Group is to be the best that independent schooling in Zimbabwe can offer and to have a renowned and international reputation for excellence. We develop and promote an atmosphere where learning and personal development can prosper. Critical Creativity Collaboration Character Communication Cross-Cultural 1Thinking 2 3 4 5 6Skills A 21ST eterhouse has a proud heritage and a long This preparation is based upon developing 6 core standing and well-deserved reputation for competencies (the 6 Cs): Pproducing young men and young women of the highest calibre – it is a school with great traditions; These six core competencies are regarded as CENTURY nevertheless, a Peterhouse education is very much being essential to success in the rapidly changing focused on the future and not on the past – pupils and highly innovative modern work place. are prepared for life/work in the modern era i.e. the 21st century. EDUCATION ACADEMICS eterhouse is renowned for school), 20-25 in forms 1 and 2, 15 offering an outstanding breadth to 20 at IGCSE level and 10 to 15 Pof education but above all else at A level. At senior school level academic pursuits receive priority. pupils benefit from a well-structured The academic curriculum itself is academic tutorial system. as flexible as possible, particularly at IGCSE and A level, which gives Pupils receive high quality teaching pupils every opportunity to achieve based in well-equipped classrooms success in their public examinations. all of which have modern IT facilities All three schools in the Peterhouse (interactive whiteboards / projectors Group follow an academic etc.). The Megahey Centre, a state curriculum, which is based on the of the art Learning Resource Centre, Cambridge International Exams with first class IT and other facilities, (CIE) system. offers pupils a unique modern environment for academic pursuit/ The Group operates a diamond study. system i.e. pupils are taught co- educationally at Springvale House It is often the case that pupils and at A level and in single sex participate in educational trips - groups in forms 1 to 4 - a system from junior school expeditions to which has considerable merit/ RIFA in the Zambezi Valley to senior strength. school tours of the WW1 battlefield sites in France/Belgium, there are At all levels highly effective many opportunities for hands on curriculum support is available for experience. those in need and there are specific programmes to stretch academically Above all else, academic gifted pupils. Setting/streaming occurs whenever possible. Class pursuits recieve priority. sizes are typically 25 at Springvale House (ideal for a co-ed junior port is, and always programme designed to nurture has been, a very talent from an early age. Simportant part of life within the Peterhouse Group. For all In addition to the more ages there is a vibrant sports’ traditional sports of rugby, programme; pupils have every hockey, cricket, football etc. opportunity to play sport pupils are able to participate on a regular basis and many in less ‘mainstream’ sports participate at provincial and including triathlon, mountain national level. Facilities for biking, water polo, rowing, sports are outstanding – in archery, orienteering and golf. particular there are excellent and extensive playing fields – The Peterhouse Group has its and the Group has a culture/ own Equestrian Centre, which ethos which promotes sport. includes stables, dressage arenas, show jumping facilities Recent improvements to the and a cross country course. sporting infrastructure have Many pupils livery their own included the establishment of a horses on a term by term basis. Centre of Excellence for cricket, a complex of tennis courts and We have programmes a superb new playing field and pavilion at Springvale House. designed to nurture talent from an early All three schools have competitive fixture lists against age. other leading independent schools and even at infant level there is a specialised SPORT CULTURAL ACTIVITES he Peterhouse Group on an annual basis from the operates an extensive traditional Nativity play at Tand lively programme of infant level to junior and senior cultural activities; from music plays higher up the school. and drama to bridge, debating and public speaking. There is plenty of opportunity for Success in cultural pupils at all stages to enjoy and activities is given develop their creativity. the recognition it Music and drama are both very high profile. School deserves. plays are performed on an annual basis usually in the 550 seated Fieldsend Hall and the Peterhouse Group has a particularly impressive record in the Eisteddfod held in Harare on an annual basis where both individual and groups of musicians regularly win prizes for outstanding performance. There are extensive facilities for music in all three schools. At Springvale House all pupils are involved in a play LEADERSHIP TRAINING & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT eadership training their bronze, silver or gold and development award. Lforms an integral part of an education within the Peterhouse Group. From the earliest age at Pupils are given the Springvale House through to the opportunity to take VIth form, pupils are given the opportunity to take on positions on positions of of leadership/responsibility and benefit from well-structured leadership and leadership training programmes. responsibility. At senior school level the Group’s Infinity Programme integrates leadership and personal development, life skills and academic tutoring into a holistic programme designed to ensure that pupils leave the school as well rounded, self-confident young men and women. The Peterhouse Group is a registered authority for the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award; pupils are strongly encouraged to participate in this internationally renowned scheme and frequently reach the standards required to achieve he welfare and happiness separate Infants’ Block and are All pupils are able to visit of pupils, particularly in a looked after by a House Mother home on a regular basis either Tboarding school environment is - a cosy home from home set on Fixture Free or Floating of fundamental importance and up. Pupils in Grades 3 and above Weekends and parents are is taken very seriously. All three are accommodated in bright and always welcome to visit the schools within the Peterhouse comfortable dormitories and are School and, in particular, are Group have their own health also closely cared for by resident encouraged to support sporting centre which is staffed at all house staff. and cultural events whenever times by fully qualified nurses; possible. residential staff live on site, some Both Peterhouse Boys and in boarding houses, and the Peterhouse Girls schools have a Pupils who live a long distance three working kitchens are fully junior house for pupils in Form from school (e.g. in Zambia provided with new and modern 1 (D Block). At Peterhouse Boys or Mozambique) are given equipment, thus ensuring that houses are otherwise arranged additional time off to facilitate pupils are well fed. ‘vertically’ for pupils from their travel and the school Form 2 to VIth form whereas lays on transport to Harare At senior school level pupils at Peterhouse Girls they are International Airport and also to in the lower year groups are arranged ‘horizontally’ by year a variety of destinations around housed in dormitory style group.