Experience a culture of educational excellence
Embarking on the journey to select the perfect secondary school for your child can feel like a daunting task, but for parents and students seeking a fulfilling educational experience, The Skinners’ Kent Academy is an excellent option. Shortlisted as Secondary School of the Year at the 2022 Education Today awards, the Academy is built on […]
Supporting young people to make their MARK
MARK Education Trust schools, Beacon Academy in Crowborough and Uplands Academy in Wadhurst, are proud to be working in partnership to share expertise and improve outcomes for young people. Executive Headteacher, Anna Robinson, leads an experienced, committed and thriving team with a clear vision. SO finds out more… “As a trust, we seek to […]
How strong relationships shape success
AT Skippers Hill, we believe that strong relationships are the cornerstone of transformative educational experiences, and a value woven into the very fabric of our ethos. It begins with our children experiencing our teachers’ deep desire to guide, inspire, and uplift. Our educators don’t just impart knowledge; they cultivate confidence, curiosity, and character. This develops […]
‘We continue to confound stereotypes’
Mayfield has been shortlisted for Independent Girls’ School of the Year Award. SO Magazine discovers why this long-standing educational establishment has made the grade Mayfield, the leading Catholic independent day and boarding school for girls aged 11 to 18, has been shortlisted for the Independent Schools of the Year Awards for the second year […]
Claremont School celebrates excellent A-Level and BTEC results
Claremont Senior School in Bodiam is celebrating an impressive set of A-Level and BTEC results, which will enable 88% of this year’s cohort to access their first-choice destination. The School in Bodiam has built up a significant reputation as a centre for academic success in recent years and this high level of performance has been […]
Benenden School turns 100
The world-renowned Benenden School is celebrating 100 years at the forefront of British education this year. SO Magazine discovers how they will be celebrating their centenary… Based in 250 acres of beautiful parkland just outside Cranbrook, Benenden School is one of the finest girls’ schools in the world and now welcomes day students as […]
‘Our school values of respect, excellence and determination underpin all that we do’
Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys focuses on the whole child, producing students who are ready to enter the real world as well-rounded, confident individuals and who grow into adults embodying our vision of All-Round Excellence. The rich, broad and ambitious curriculum at our selective grammar school set across two campuses, (Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks) […]
St Gregory’s students celebrate inaugural success in national language contest…
Two students from St Gregory’s Catholic School have been specially commended in the University of Oxford’s annual Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators. Bella and Libby, both from Year 9 at St Gregory’s Catholic School, achieved success in the prestigious national competition which saw thousands of entries from schoolchildren around the country. The result is […]
A unique approach
Jennifer Kata from KATA Jewellery on St John’s Road tells SO Magazine about the magic involved in creating bespoke engagement and wedding rings for her clients… Why do you think more people are choosing bespoke for their engagement rings and wedding bands? I think it’s because they are looking for a more personal touch. […]
Bridal path to success
The special place you choose for your wedding is just as important as the dress and the type of celebration you want. But it can be a minefield if you’ve never done anything like this before. Don’t panic though as here at SO Magazine we have it covered. Read on to discover how you can […]
