Middle School Pastoral | Private School Surrey | King Edwards Witley

Middle School Pastoral | Private School Surrey | King Edwards Witley
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A culture of
empathy and kindness
A culture of
empathy and kindness
Through our House system we develop a culture of empathy and kindness where relationships are strong and meaningful. If each child
f
lourishes socially, emotionally and academically, feels nurtured, safe
&
happy

then our House community has achieved its pastoral aims.
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Middle School – Year 9-11
Flourishing in Middle School
Every pupil at King Edward’s is valued and respected for who they are as an individual.
Middle School life  at King Edward’s provides a safe, nurturing environment in which we support our pupils to develop confidence in exploring and shaping his or her talents to the full, to feel excited and enthused about the opportunities ahead of them and where they can feel at ease with themselves and others. To be all that they are and not a curated version.
Years 9, 10 and 11 (our 3
rd
4
th
and 5
th
Form) are key formative years in pupils educational journeys -a time in each pupil’s life where a huge amount of change happens. They change physically, they change emotionally, and they change their outlook on life and the broader world and we are here to support them at every step.
Our approach to supporting our pupils is quite simple. Through our House system we develop a culture of empathy and kindness where relationships are strong enough to ensure that every child is noticed, not merely seen… is listened to, not just heard… is empowered, not simply enabled.
Our greatest pastoral strength at King Edward’s is our House system. It provides a home from home for every pupil with a team of people that know them inside and out. We knows their quirks, their strengths, areas for development; we understand what makes them happy or sad, and we are able to provide support that’s differentiated and appropriate for them at exactly the right time.
Tom Campbell, Head of Middle School
Our school succeeds in combining academic ambition with a wealth of socially and emotionally enriching opportunities, all underpinned by a deep commitment to the individual needs and enthusiasms of each child. Our House system is fundamental to personal growth, reliance and wellbeing. It puts your child at the centre of a network of care and support where every pupil feels cared for in both academic and personal matters.
Every member of staff within this network is here to help each pupil to live life to the full – to be bold, questioning, empathetic and connected. To embrace a journey that is authentic, fulfilling, inclusive and ever expanding.
Healthcare
The Medical Centre is an important part of the comprehensive approach to pastoral care for all pupils and staff at King Edward’s.
The Medical Centre is located in a peaceful corner of the School grounds. It is staffed by qualified nurses twenty-four hours, seven days a week who are available around the clock for emergency call-outs. The staff work closely with Matrons and parents, ensuring pupils take any prescribed medicines, and are a first point of contact if a pupil is unwell. The Medical Centre staff provide for day to day medical needs, GP doctor appointments,  appointments for external specialists as needed,  all inoculations are kept up to date, specialised clinics for asthma, vaccinations, weight management, advice on routine and travel vaccinations,  and specialist counselling help.
Support & Counselling through our Pastoral House system
We take children’s mental health seriously and understand that pupils will face personal and academic challenges as they pass through their teenage years. Our Pastoral House team  is always on -hand to support and guide every pupil.
Every house team knows the children very well and so are able to move in to offer support quickly and effectively should the need arise. Sometimes more specialist support may be required to help a pupil through specific emotional challenges, and we are fortunate to have the expertise of our resident counsellor, Maria Raven-Rudd.
Ms Maria is a trained counsellor, member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and
works with pupils in collaboration with other members of the Pastoral Team. Counselling can help pupils to overcome barriers to learning, build self-confidence and help them resolve their own issues. At the heart of the School’s ethos is the idea that understanding and engaging with the full breadth of a child’s life is fundamental to pupils feeling valued and cared for. King Edward’s education nurtures and enables pupils to thrive.
A simple measure of success
Our measure of success here is quite simple too. If each child f
lourishes socially, emotionally and academically, feels nurtured, safe and happy
while they are at King Edward’s and goes positively out into the world,
confident, happy, open-minded and ready to contribute
to society with IQ and EQ firmly in lockstep, then our community has achieved its pastoral aims.
King Edward’s provides the warmth and opportunity for growth and ambitious learning within a community that is proud to be kind, unprejudiced and worldly wise in its finest contemporary sense. Our School succeeds in combining academic ambition with a wealth of socially and emotionally enriching opportunities, all underpinned by a deep commitment to the needs and enthusiasms of each pupil.
Mrs Joanna Wright, Head
We are here for our whole school community
We are here to support not only our pupils and staff, but our parents too. We are always on-hand to support and offer guidance, to share our thoughts on how your child can get the very best from his or her school life and how you can help them with the self-study, revision, relaxation and well-being to help their journey away from King Edward’s to be as rich and rewarding as it is when they are here.
Safeguarding at King Edward’s
The welfare of the pupil is paramount and this is meticulously interwoven into all areas of school life. Our approach to safeguarding and pastoral care is extensive and rigorous. All members of School staff undertake safeguarding training and recognise that we all have a responsibility to uphold and maintain a safe environment for each and every one of our pupils. We have established an atmosphere where pupils feel secure, know that there are adults to whom they can talk to at all times and not just in times of difficulty and where positive steps are taken to build self-esteem and confidence. Our ethos is based on open communication and rapport between all members of our school community.
Our Safeguarding Policy is available to view or download via the Inspections and Policies section of this website.
Join Us
for Personal Visit… we can’t wait to welcome you.
We warmly invite you to visit us and explore and experience everyday school life here at King Edward’s. Personal visits usually last around 90-minutes including a meeting with our Head, Mrs Joanna Wright, and opportunities to meet with pupils and tour the school.
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us at an Open Event
The best way to experience what life is like at King Edward’s is to join us at an Open Event.
You will have the chance to talk to pupils and teachers about what makes our school such a special place, and to answer any questions you have about life here.
Whole School Open Morning, Saturday 9th May 2026
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Our Bridewell Concert Series continues this coming, Saturday 25th April, with exceptional young baritone, Finlay Bloore, who has recently completed his third year at the Royal Academy of Music.
Members of our school community are warmly invited to join us at 12 noon in the Recital Room at King Edward’s Witley.
The concert will last around 45 minutes followed by refreshments.
#EmergingArtists #ClassicalMusic #bridewellconcertseries
#Royalacademyofmusic #LiveMusic
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During the Easter break, seven Lower Sixth pupils undertook a Duke of Edinburgh Gold expedition in the Peak District to train for wild country navigation, camp craft and team building. This follows other recent expeditions including a silver qualifying expedition in the South Downs.
DofE is a life changing experience that helps our young people build a strong foundation for their future through personal challenge, teamwork, leadership and problem solving.
With our School values rooted in kindness and compassion, community impact and developing a sense of social responsibility matters. DofE provides an opportunity to develop these all important personal qualities.
Congratulations to all these pupils on their tremendous endeavours and a huge thank you to our brilliant staff for their dedication and incredible support.
#dofe #unitedbydiversitysince1553 #lifeskills #social-responsibility
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Last call for AppArt! 🖼️ Doors will close at 4pm on Saturday 18th.
Thank you to all those who have come to view the incredible sculptures and artwork.
The exhibition has had a record number of visitors back in its original home at King Edward’s.
We look forward to seeing you today or tomorrow.
#appart #keswitley #sculpturetrail
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🚨🎶 New Music Alert!
We’re incredibly proud of Upper Sixth pupil Andrew, whose latest original track, Sunday Morning is now live on Spotify. His musical talent spans multiple instruments and genres - from classical performance to contemporary production - and this release is hopefully the start of many more to come.
At King Edward’s Witley, we give young musicians the skills, support and opportunities to grow. Andrew has embraced every experience from ensemble work to instrumental lessons, and it’s been a joy to support his musical journey.
Listen now on all platforms!
#keswmusic #originalcomposition #supportingyoungartists
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🇬🇧 Commonwealth Day 2026 was celebrated on Monday, 9 March, with the theme “Unlocking opportunities together for a prosperous Commonwealth”. The day highlighted the 56 member countries’ collaboration and our collective action to foster economic growth, education, and resilience through empowering citizens and creating equitable opportunities.
With our Royal Family in attendance at the Westminster Abbey service, a small number of our pupils were invited to represent King Edward’s in a tremendous day of service and celebration.
Our strong City of London links date back to our very beginnings in 1553, and provide our pupils with exceptional opportunities to connect with our heritage and understand the importance of service and global citizenship. Our thanks to Mr Simon Lightman for supporting our pupils in their participation in such a significant national event.
#anexceptionalschooljourney #bridewelleducation #commonwealth #unitedbydiversitysince1553
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Join our Sixth Form Open Morning on Saturday, 9th May from 9:30am to 12.30pm.
We look forward to welcoming you to our Sixth Form where an inclusive and happy community, individualised approach to learning and keen focus on fully preparing you for success and future happiness awaits. With a careful blend of structure and independence, we offer transformational academic, co-curricular and social experiences which create a wealth of current and future opportunity.
Join us on a tour and explore our approach to dynamic, ambitious learning and achievement as you zone in on your passions and academic interests. Talk with inspirational students, dedicated staff and our Head, Mrs Joanna Wright, who will be on hand to answer your all important questions.
Book your place at KESW.org/admissions, contact our team at admissions@kesw.org or call us on +44 (0)1428 686735 to learn more.
#bridewellschools #exceptionallearning #futureproofededucation #keswopenmornings
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Join us for our Middle School (Year 9, 13+) Open Morning on ​Saturday 9th May from 9:30am to 12.30pm.
Proudly diverse and generous of spirit, we are a co-educational day and boarding school and community with a difference. We offer outstanding individualised learning and pastoral journeys which allow young people to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Join us on a tour of our stunning historic grounds and explore our outstanding facilities and superbly broad co-curricular offering. Talk with inspirational pupils, dedicated staff and our Head, Mrs Joanna Wright, who will be on-hand to answer your all important questions.
Book your place at kesw.org/admissions or contact our team at admissions@kesw.org or call us on +44 (0)1428 686735 to learn more.
#bridewellschools #exceptionallearning #keswopenmornings #futureproofededucation
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Join us for our Lower School (Year 7, 11+) Open Morning on Saturday 9th May from 9:30am to 12.30pm.
Lower School journeys begin in the warmth and happiness of our dedicated Queen Mary House, fondly known as QMH; a happy hub of opportunity and exceptional support, bursting with the energy of our youngest pupils beginning the task of discovering where life will take them.
Proudly diverse and generous of spirit, we are a co-educational day and boarding school and community with a difference. We offer outstanding individualised learning and pastoral journeys which allow young people to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Join us on a tour of QMH, our stunning historic grounds and explore our outstanding facilities and superbly broad co-curricular offering. Talk with inspirational pupils, dedicated staff and our Head, Mrs Joanna Wright, who will be on-hand to answer your all important questions.
Book your place at kesw.org/admissions or contact our team at admissions@kesw.org or call us on +44 (0)1428 686735 to learn more.
#bridewellschools #exceptionallearning #keswopenmornings #futureproofededucation
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🎼 3rd Form pupils, Stella and Eve recently took to the iconic Wembley Arena stage to perform as part of the Voice In A Million (VIAM) stage choir. Known as “The World’s Most Spectacular School Concert”, it is an annual event staged to raise awareness of children in care and encourage people to think about fostering or adoption.
Our songbirds not only passed two rounds of auditions against strong candidates to win places in the VIAM stage choir, they both also secured solo parts in several songs. Reflecting on their experiences:
“I’m really grateful to be in VIAM this year. I’ve loved every second of it, it’s an amazing atmosphere and I’ll remember it for the rest of my life”, said Eve.
“This is my fourth year in the stage choir and my first in the senior backing vocalist group where I get to focus on the soprano harmonies which I love”, said Stella.
You can find more information about VIAM on the website https://voiceinamillion.com where there’s also a link to donate to Adoption UK.
#VIAM #Raisingvoicesforgood #KESWvocalists #keswmusic
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Recently a number of our Lower Sixth pupils attended an inspiring London Careers Festival event with experts in their fields, Professor Martin Elliott and Professor Robin May.
Professor Elliott specialises in open heart surgery for babies at Great Ormond Street Hospital. Our pupils learnt about his career journey towards realising his specialisation as well as the various entry opportunities into the medical profession and the importance maths plays in planning surgery.
Professor May is a specialist in infectious diseases. He also shared an incredible and diverse career journey and how he now uses his knowledge and experience in human infectious diseases to advise the government as the Chief Scientific Adviser for the FSA.
With insightful advice from both experts, our pupils learnt that a career, especially in science, is not a destination but a journey of discovery to be explored and enjoyed.
#careersinmedicine #careersinscience #londoncareersfestival ##bridewelleducation
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