Schools Local Authority in England

Our rich heritage, ethos and vision give BGS its unique character, which places pupils at the heart of our endeavours. A centre of academic, sporting and creative excellence in our region and beyond, we inspire pupils to be the best that they can be. These attributes are reinforced through our world-class curriculum, our rich co-curricular programme and our superb pastoral care across the Junior and Senior Schools and in the Sixth Form.

Devonshire House provides an outstanding education from nursery age through to entry to Senior Schools. Its staff nurture and care for the children throughout their time at the School. Devonshire House has fine premises, with spacious grounds, two onsite AstroTurfs and walled gardens. Children can join the School's Nursery, The Oak Tree Nursery, (ages 2½ - 3½), in Pre-Reception or Reception and at later stages, where vacancies arise. Devonshire House has exceptional results, including for Senior Schools and in their Scholarship examinations. The School has strong links with Senior Schools and ensures every family has good advice about their child's next school.

Set in beautiful surroundings with sights of Hambledon Hill Clayesmore really is a special place. Owned and run by Clayesmore School our primary users are the school's pupils and staff. We are keen to play our part in the community by providing access opportunities for the public to utilise the sports centres facilities. We are a small and friendly dual use centre that aims to provide facilities and classes to all regardless of your ability level or personal aims. Welcome Set in beautiful surroundings, with sights of Hambledon Hill, Clayesmore really is a special place. About Us Owned and run by Clayesmore School, our primary users are the school's pupils and staff. We are keen to play our part in the community by providing access opportunities, for the public, to utilise the sports centres facilities. We are a small and friendly dual use centre that aims to provide facilities and classes to all, regardless of your ability level or personal aims. Our Services The sports centre facilities are available on a pay-as-you-go or membership basis. Please contact us to find out which would work out best for you! If you are not sure you are ready to commit to an annual subscription, we periodically offer promotions at competitive prices. This is to allow current and new users to experience our facilities with all the standard privileges that a member would receive. Our Facilities Multi Activity Sports Hall, General Activity room - "Forum", 2 Squash Courts, Full size Astro Pitch, Tennis Courts (during the summer) and 25m x 4 lane Swimming Pool. We have an extensive range of classes and courses such as Group Exercise, Swimming, Kayaking and Football, all scheduled to cater for today's busy lifestyles. No matter what your fitness/skill level you'll be in expert hands with our qualified and motivated staff that will guide you through and make you feel at ease. Each class is designed to challenge and motivate, providing you with the tools to reach your goals and improve your sense of well being. I do hope you will like what we have to offer. Come and visit us soon and experience Clayesmore for yourself. Our experienced staff will be able to advise and guide you through everything that's on offer so get in touch today!

At St Columba's College in St Albans, Hertfordshire, we provide an education of the 'Head and Heart' throughout the Prep School, Senior School and Sixth Form. For a Columban, being the best that they can be means not only achieving academically but also becoming a confident, resilient and compassionate young person who is prepared to make their way in the world. We teach our students from 4 - 18 to understand and embrace our values of Courage, Courtesy and Compassion, which are the cornerstone of a Columban education.

Goresbrook School Goresbrook School opened in September 2016 in our brand new state-of-the-art building. Following the success of Goresbrook School Primary, our Secondary School currently provides an exceptional education to our 660 students. Our Sixth Form opened in 2020 to fulfil the final part of our vision; to ensure that the young people of Goresbrook go on to attend the world's top educational institutions. We aim to ensure that all students experience a high-quality, rigorous education. At the core of our offer to our secondary students is a curriculum with a uniquely academic focus that will equip them to meet the challenges of university and life as successful adults. If you are interested in finding out more about our exceptional school, please do get in touch with us.

We are really excited about the prospect of a brand new school building for the children and families of Kidsgrove. In order to keep our community up to date with developments we will produce newsletters periodically which will be found on our website.