Address: St Columba’s College, King Harry Lane, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL3 4AW
Website: stcolumbascollege.org/
Founded: 1939
Ages: 4-18
Pupils: 800, including 150 in sixth form
Termly Fees: Lower Prep: £4,238; Prep: £4,988-£5,502; Senior: £6,446
Head Teacher: Mr Karl Guest
Religious Affiliation: Catholic
Entrance Procedure: Entry for all ages is by assessment
Contact: Prep school office: 01727 862616; Senior school office: 01727 855185. Email [email protected]
School Visits: Book a private tour anytime
The Curriculum
The St Columba’s curriculum offers an appealing combination of breadth and depth. Students study subjects both for their own sake as well as preparing them to attain the best possible qualifications. The school regards all areas of the curriculum as equally important in preparing students not just to make a living, but to make a life.
Games & The Arts
Sport is an integral part of school life at St Columba’s. Staff aim to foster an interest in physical activity and a healthy lifestyle, which in turn supports pupils’ mental health and wellbeing. Students are encouraged to get involved in a wide range of musical ensembles that cater for all abilities and tastes.
Pastoral Care
The school’s pastoral care is rooted in the charism of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart. This inspires staff to see the best in every student and to be constantly available to meet their needs. In this, the school seeks to educate both head and heart. The pastoral programme is designed to develop students’ emotional intelligence, complementing their academic growth with the kind of personal growth that will enhance their lifelong happiness and effectiveness.
University Places
89 percent placed at their first choice university, including Oxford, Cambridge, Warwick, Bath, Exeter, Birmingham, Nottingham, Loughborough, Kings College, UCL, Manchester (summer 2022).
Head Teacher’s Philosophy
I believe that education is at its very best when teachers and students work collaboratively; that teachers take time to truly understand their students and work to develop a professional dialogue and an environment that promotes all-round excellence – in the classroom and beyond.
Outstanding Characteristics
St Columba’s College offers parents the opportunity to provide their children with a solid moral foundation within a nurturing, community-spirited environment. The college emphasises values such as courage, courtesy and compassion, ensuring that students grow into well-rounded individuals. Fantastic facilities that support students’ growth and enable them to excel in their areas of passion.
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