KATHARINE LADY BERKELEY'S SCHOOL in Gloucestershire, Wotton under Edge

Education Centre Information: Katharine Lady Berkeley's School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Gloucestershire
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 31/07/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Hamlet and Isolated Dwelling - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: None
Total Pupils: 1528
Number of boys: 757
Number of girls: 771
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

The school was founded in 1384 by Katharine, the wife of Lord Berkeley. It moved to its current attractive location surrounded by open fields outside the town of Wotton-under-Edge in 1963 and became a comprehensive when it merged with Wotton Secondary School in 1973. Its buildings have been extended over the last few years, including a large teaching block, science laboratories and library in 2000 as well as new music accommodation in 2003. Facilities include a large sports centre with squash courts, a fully equipped fitness suite and 'extensive' playing fields. Specialist language college status. The school offers a wide range of languages including French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin and Latin, all except Latin to A-level. The school aims to 'provide a safe, stimulating and enjoyable learning environment so that each pupil is motivated to achieve the highest standards of which they are capable.' Specialist language college status. Over-subscribed, with 1.2 applications per place. Investor in People status (2001); DfES achievement award (2002). Ethos: 'The school aims to provide a safe, stimulating and enjoyable learning environment'.