Pupils who attend the Oak-Tree Group of Schools have the unique opportunity to take part in the Oak-Tree Challenge, a scheme that was set up by the schools directly. The scheme is designed to challenge pupils, in both the Juniors and the Seniors, from Year 4 upwards. It provides incentive…
As the new year rolls around and we begin the spring term, we’re looking ahead to all of the exciting things in our school calendar. So here’s 22 things to look forward to in 2022: Positively You workshop Kew Gardens trip– Pupils from multiple schools will be getting to take…
Braeside School in Buckhurst Hill and Normanhurst School in North Chingford are both thriving schools that cater for children aged 2½ to 16 in the Epping Forest area. They make up half of the privately-owned Oak-Tree Group of independent schools and provide an excellent education at 11+. All-through Education It…
We’ve put together a list of ideas to really make the most of the half term with your little ones. Whether you have just a few hours to spare or the whole week to fill we’ve thought of a few activities to suit everyone. As the nights draw in…
As September rolls around again many children will be looking forward to returning to school, excited to see their friends again and learn lots of new things. But, understandably, after not being at school for a while some children may feel a bit nervous about going back – from having…
August can often be a stressful time of year for those eagerly awaiting exam results, with anxiety building the closer the big day looms. Just remember, it is natural to have a few butterflies, but you don’t want stress or nerves to be overwhelming, and there are a few thing…
With independent school pupils three times more likely to achieve the top grades at A-level than state school pupils it’s not surprising that, despite the current economic climate, many families opt to send their children to independent schools. It’s not purely for academic reasons that parents choose to turn away…
Co-education was first introduced in the 1830’s when it was decided that boys and girls would benefit from learning alongside one another in an educational setting. Since then co-ed has grown in popularity and now makes up 80% of secondary schools in the UK. There are many benefits of co-education,…
Why we use social media In today’s world, social media is everywhere, and is used for a lot more than chatting with friends and sharing the odd picture or two. Schools all over the world have found it to be a really engaging way of celebrating what is going on…
Thousands of local families have recently found out, or are still anxiously waiting to hear, whether their child has got a place at their state school of choice. Admissions days are anxious times for parents as they find out which local schools their children have been allocated to and, sadly,…
