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Why an independent school education is more important than ever
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Why an independent school education is more important than ever

Scarisbrick Hall School is an award-winning mixed independent school based near Ormskirk, Lancashire that delivers personalised independent learning from nursery to age 18. We practice a RIVER learning philosophy centred around the values of Resilience, Independence, Values, Exploration and Reflection. Read on to find out how our approach provides young people with all the tools...

How a private nursery can give your child the best start in life
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How a private nursery can give your child the best start in life

Our busy modern lives often dictate that we have to balance our careers with our parental responsibilities. But returning to work after maternal or paternal leave can be an emotional wrench. We all want to be certain that our child’s happiness, wellbeing and developmental needs are being cared for while we work. Which is why...

What is ‘Beyond the Classroom’ and how can it benefit your child?
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What is ‘Beyond the Classroom’ and how can it benefit your child?

At Scarisbrick Hall School, we have long believed in the importance of extracurricular activities. As the name suggests, our Beyond the Classroom programme of holistic extracurricular activities is based on the belief that there is far more to a young person’s development beyond what they learn in a classroom environment. Find out how we provide...

How extracurricular activities enrich your child’s curriculum
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How extracurricular activities enrich your child’s curriculum

Life at Scarisbrick Hall School goes far beyond an outstanding academic curriculum and supportive learning environment. We believe that the benefits of extracurricular activities should not be underestimated. A rich and varied programme of extracurricular activities is essential to provide young people with the opportunity to excel physically, creatively and socially to grow into well-rounded...

Scarisbrick Hall School students celebrate spectacular iGCSE results
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Scarisbrick Hall School students celebrate spectacular iGCSE results

Back in November, our Year 11 students sat their iGCSE papers and last month, they received their results. The grades received were spectacular across the board and we are so proud of our Year 11 cohort for achieving such incredible results. Hard work and strong learning Here at Scarisbrick Hall School we pride ourselves on...

The importance of independent learning for child development
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The importance of independent learning for child development

Independent learning nurtures intellectual curiosity and creativity, empowering pupils to take an active rather than a passive role in their own education. Academic achievement typically comes as a natural conclusion of acquiring independent learning skills. Here, we explain the importance of structured independent learning for a child’s development. At Scarisbrick Hall School, we aim to...

What makes Scarisbrick Hall School unique?
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What makes Scarisbrick Hall School unique?

Scarisbrick Hall School is an award-winning independent day school in Lancashire renowned for its nurturing and progressive school environment. We go above and beyond to provide a holistic learning environment, both inside and outside the classroom, to equip our pupils with all the tools they need to maximise their potential. Here, we give you an...

What is the Scarisbrick Hall School ‘Pre-University’ experience?
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What is the Scarisbrick Hall School ‘Pre-University’ experience?

For some pupils, the transition from Sixth Form to university is a significant leap. Moving from a structured learning environment to a mostly autonomous, independent style of learning can be a shock to the system. But not for pupils at Scarisbrick Hall School’s Sixth Form. Our ‘Pre-University’ experience provides pupils with all the academic, social...

The Global Classroom at Scarisbrick Hall Independent School
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The Global Classroom at Scarisbrick Hall Independent School

The Global Classroom is a unique charity and global education movement delivered by Scarisbrick Hall Independent School. In partnership with the World Health Organisation (WHO) and supported by UNICEF, The Global Classroom offers incomparable opportunities for Scarisbrick Hall School students as part of our independent curriculum and our commitment to enrichment in the classroom. What...