Academic - Introduction

St. David’s is a small school in which each girl is known individually and which caters for her personal academic and social needs. This means that no girl gets unnoticed or lost, and any academic or social problems can be picked up quickly and individual help given.

The academic curriculum has both breadth and depth. Our small classes mean that girls can work at their own pace and get the individual help that they need. A structured progression allows subjects to increase in complexity and depth in a logical way, and each pupil is trained to take an increasing degree of responsibility for her work as she goes up the school without feeling as if she is on her own.

Our teaching staff are a highly trained and professional team of graduates. They use the best teaching techniques not only to make sure that the pupils attain excellent examination results, but also to ensure that the learning experience is enjoyable and personally rewarding.

We also believe strongly in close and regular contact with parents to ensure an effective learning partnership. Grade reviews are sent home half termly and full written reports at the end of each term. We are always available to our parents to discuss any pupil concerns that they have.

Stephen Goodfellow M.A. (Oxon)

Director of Studies