King's Magna

The latest ISI report awarded King's Magna the highest rating of 'excellent' along with the other three schools; Chapter House, Queen Ethelburga's College and Queen Ethelburga's Faculty. The glowing report stated that the quality of the pupils’ academic and other achievements is excellent, as is their personal development.

"The school is highly successful in fulfilling its aim to promote the highest academic standards and to enable pupils to accomplish its mission statement, which is; 'to be the best that I can with the gifts that I have."

Independent Schools Inspectorate, February 2019

King’s Magna is a unique middle school, where visitors often recognise the sense of respect between students and staff, and amongst students themselves. Small class sizes enable staff to devote maximum time and energy to fostering curiosity and ensuring that each student can make the most of their talents. Students enjoy the sense of belonging to a smaller school within the Collegiate; they have the chance to get to know each other and their teachers very well, and they flourish as a result.

King’s Magna shares many facilities with the senior schools, enabling a wide and varied programme of lunchtime and after school activities, whilst providing a secure environment in which students can grow in confidence.  

From Year 6, pupils have specialist teaching for non-core subjects and from Year 7, students enjoy a broad-based programme of study by specialist teachers for all subjects. All students are able to personalise their timetable with enrichment options which challenge students to take their learning beyond the curriculum. The introduction of option choices in Year 9 allows some specialisation in the curriculum and ensures a smooth transition to The College or The Faculty in Year 10. Our curriculum is reviewed each year to ensure that it provides a broad, balanced and relevant education; one that is both challenging and exciting for students. 

Parents are provided with opportunities to talk and meet with teachers on a regular basis to discuss progress and aspirations. Assessment statements are provided to parents each half term, in addition to an end of year report. 

As an independent school, our innovative curriculum is both relevant and challenging. Modern programmes of study foster curiosity and equip students with the skills and knowledge they need to move seamlessly through to the senior schools.

In King’s Magna, we are ambitious to achieve the full potential of each individual, and, as a result, our curriculum is reviewed each year to ensure that it provides a broad and balanced education - one that is both engaging and exciting for all. Outstanding specialist provision in the creative arts, sport, languages, history, geography, computing and personal development complements the core curriculum of mathematics, English and science. We encourage students to be actively involved in, and responsible for, their own learning, with regular progress points and conversations, which allow them to reflect on their achievements and set targets for further improvement.

Year 6 - Firm foundations and memorable moments

Year 6 offers a unique and innovative bridge between Key Stages 2 and 3. Creating memorable moments is a key part of the students’ learning journey. Students do not take SAT examinations and instead follow a bespoke curriculum with controlled assessments throughout the year to better prepare them for Key Stage 3.

Year 7 - Developing independence

In Year 7, our students are encouraged to become more independent and take greater responsibility for their own learning, with significant challenge for all learners.

Year 8 - Taking responsibility

In Year 8, students are encouraged to take on additional responsibilities and apply for a variety of key roles within the school community. These include being a Prefect, Buddy, a Chapter House Mentor, School Ambassador, Food Council representative or School Council representative.

Year 9 - Aspirational, confident and prepared

In Year 9, a bespoke curriculum, alongside far-reaching extra-curricular and leadership opportunities, means students are fully prepared to confidently meet the challenges of the next stage of their educational journey.

Our students enjoy some of the best boarding facilities that are on offer in the UK, supported by a dedicated team of house tutors, who ensure that everyone is looked after in a safe, happy and productive environment. 

Boarding at QE offers facilities which supports our students' development and allows them to thrive. All boarding bedrooms are air-conditioned and have private en-suite bathrooms with a toilet and shower. Common rooms are also provided for all boarders, so that students can come together and socialise. 

King's Magna boarders have access to fantastic sports facilities, which encourage them to maintain a healthy lifestyle and manage their own fitness, with the support of gym staff, teachers and coaches. A busy activities and trips programme at the weekends ensures that students have plenty of opportunities to broaden their experience and enjoy new challenges with their friends.

By Year 9, King's Magna students are ready to take advantage of the opportunities presented by the introduction of a number of stimulating option choices, which allow them to follow a bespoke curriculum. They are guided in their choices through an extensive package of support, ensuring that their decisions are well-informed and best suited to their personal educational journey. This prepares them well for the next stage of their learning and the transition to The College or The Faculty.