Number of Pupils. 261.
Admission. We welcome applications throughout the year for places in all of our year groups, from ages 2 to 19. Families are warmly invited for a tour of our school, as well as an opportunity to meet our Head, Mr Oakman. To experience what it’s like at Saint Felix, prospective students are invited to join their class for a taster day(s). Although Saint Felix is a non-selective school, our Entrance Assessments, for students in Year 7 and above, ensure that we are best equipped to meet each child’s individual educational needs. Students are invited to sit their Entrance Assessments either in their current school setting or online with a member of our Admissions Team invigilating. Following the Entrance Assessments, we invite prospective students to attend either a face-to-face or online interview with Mr Oakman, our Head, or a member of our Senior Leadership Team (SLT). This interview will last up to 30 minutes and allows both parties to find out more about each other and ask any questions that they might have.
Curriculum. Saint Felix School offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide a well-rounded education that prepares students for academic success and personal growth. The curriculum is structured to cater to students of different age groups and educational stages, including Pre-Prep, Prep, Senior School, and Sixth Form. Please see the following overview of the curriculum at each stage.
Pre-Prep (Early Years and Key Stage 1). Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS): Focuses on developing essential skills through play-based learning, including communication, physical development and personal, social, and emotional development.
Key Stage 1. Emphasises literacy and numeracy alongside subjects such as Science, History, Geography, Art, Music, and Physical Education. Learning is interactive and designed to build a solid foundation for future education.
Prep (Key Stage 2). Core Subjects: English, Mathematics, and Science remain the focal points, with a greater depth of study.
Additional Subjects: History, Geography, Art, Music, Drama, Computing, Modern Foreign Languages (French), and Religious Studies.
Senior (Key Stage 3 and 4). Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9): Students follow a broad curriculum, including English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, Modern Foreign Languages (French and Spanish), Art, Music, Drama, Physical Education, Religious Studies, Computing, and Design Technology.
Key Stage 4 (Years 10-11): Students begin to prepare for their GCSE exams. Core subjects include English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, and Science (combined or separate sciences). Optional subjects include Humanities, Creative and Performing Arts, Modern Languages, and Technology.
Sixth Form (Key Stage 5). A-Level Courses: A wide range of subjects are offered, allowing students to specialise in areas of interest. Subjects include Art and Design, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Criminology, Design and Technology, Drama and Theatre Studies, EAL, Economics, English Language, English Literature, Fine Art, French, Geography, History, Latin, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Religious Education (Philosophy and Ethics), Spanish, Textile Design.
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ): Encourages independent research and project management skills.
Additional Features
Personal Development. The curriculum emphasises personal, social, health, and economic education (PSHE) and citizenship to develop well-rounded individuals.
Support Services. Tailored support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to ensure all students can access the curriculum effectively.
International Focus
Global Awareness. The curriculum incorporates global perspectives and cultural awareness, preparing students for a diverse and interconnected world.
Pastoral Care
Wellbeing. The school provides robust pastoral care to support the emotional and social wellbeing of students, ensuring a safe and nurturing learning environment.
Saint Felix School's curriculum is designed to provide a balanced education that nurtures academic excellence, personal growth, and a broad range of skills and interests.
Extracurricular activities. At Saint Felix School, we believe that education extends beyond the classroom, fostering a holistic approach to our students’ development. Our extensive co-curricular activity opportunities allow every individual to explore and excel. These activities complement our academic curriculum and provide a platform for students to discover their passions, develop new skills, and create lifelong memories. Our sports provision promotes physical fitness and mental well-being while instilling teamwork, discipline, dedication, and resilience. The Forest School and Duke of Edinburgh Award connects students with the natural world, fostering environmental awareness and practical outdoor skills, while creative subjects provide a canvas for self-expression and identity, enabling students to explore their creative inclinations. Whether individual or team sports, games, performing arts, or music, our vibrant co-curricular scene empowers students to broaden their horizons and become well-rounded individuals.
Scholarships and Bursaries. Saint Felix School proudly offers scholarships of up to 50% for candidates with outstanding ability and potential in a particular field. For our Senior Department (Year 7–Sixth Form), we offer Academic, Art, Music, Performing Arts, Sports, and Swimming scholarships. For our Prep Department (Reception to Year 6), we offer an Emerging Talent Award to recognise a candidate’s positive attitude to learning and potential in a particular field. Please contact our Admissions Team for more information.