Address: Windsor Road, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 7LH
Website: papplewick.org.uk
Founded: 1947
Pupils: 200, all boys aged 6-13
Termly Fees: £8,262-£16,836
Head Teacher: Tom Bunbury BA PGCSE
Religious Affiliation: Church of England
Entrance Procedure: Non-selective; interview with head
School Visits: Next termly open days Friday 1 May 10.00-12.00 and Saturday 16 May 09.30-11.30. Individual visits also available
Contact: 01344 621488 or [email protected]
The Curriculum
Papplewick is known for its strength on the academic front while supporting those who need additional help. Class sizes are 13 on average. There is a strong emphasis on reading, writing and numeracy for boys in year two to four, but the curriculum also includes science, French, history, geography, drama, music, ICT, PE and DT, with Latin introduced in year five and Greek in year six. The curriculum has a close reference to the National Curriculum, CE and public school scholarship syllabuses. Papplewick believes teachers are there to inspire, not just deliver.
Sport & The Arts
There is sport for all abilities, including water polo, swimming, golf, cross-country, skiing, trampolining, hockey and gymnastics. The three major sports at Papplewick are football, rugby and cricket. The school offers nearly 1000 fixtures per years in multi-sporting events, giving every boy an opportunity to play from A to D teams. Music, art and drama are equally strong with 14 ensembles, regular art exhibitions and numerous productions put on each year.
Pastoral Care
The school has a very strong tutor system, with houseparents also caring for boarders. Two-thirds of staff live on site and pupils can go to any member of staff if they have any problems. They also meet with their tutors regularly to discuss all aspects of school life, and there is a school counsellor. STEER Tracking, a tool to track and improve young pupils’ mental health, is used.
Scholarship Achievements
Papplewick has a very strong scholarship record to top UK public schools such as Eton College and Harrow, with regular King’s Scholarships won to Eton College. Pupils also gain music, art, sport and DT scholarships.
Head Teacher’s Philosophy
To celebrate the natural spark and individuality of prep-age boys, who thrive on high expectations and challenge. Happiness comes first at Papplewick; at the end of the year, the most highly valued award goes to the boy who has demonstrated the greatest enthusiasm for life, has contributed the most to his community and has shown the most kindness to others.
