- The school motto Per salicem ad alta translates as, “Through the willow to the heights”. It is inspired by a willow tree on the grounds and seeks to motivate students in all aspects of their education.
- Situated on the Oxfordshire-Berkshire border, it began as a school for a single pupil, six-year-old Billy Higgs, in 1931. Today it has more than 500 students. The Cranford Pathway is at the heart of the school and represents “a roadmap for pupils on their individual journey through school life”. This includes rich and wide provision of clubs and activities, 1:1 and small group mentoring, and personal development pathways that require pupils to reflect on their development beyond the classroom.
- Junior pupils take part in weekly forest school sessions; activities such as bug hunting and den building seek to develop problem-solving skills and self-esteem. Daily sport is provided and more than 100 clubs and activities run every week.
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