Gateway-education

Global Learning for a

Global Future

Introduction

Welcome to Gateway and our association of leading schools in theUnited Kingdom. Our organisation was formed with the goal ofextending to students from around the globe, the opportunity to furthertheir studies and enhance their academic development.

Our carefully selected association members prize both academicachievement and personal growth. They are focused on enabling globalcitizens who will not only play a full and active role within the schoolbut also in life after graduation.

Our role at Gateway is to provide support and nurture to thesuccessfully selected students, by acting as guardian and guide,companion and carer. We pride ourselves on our partnership betweenpupil, parent and school. We understand both for child and parents howdifficult life can be when separated by long distance and time zones, sowe work without cease to support both of you. When a parent placestheir child within the care of the Gateway group they can be assured ofour constant attention and consideration.

As a father myself I know how much I wish for my own children, and it isour privilege and honour to help each and every family that comes toGateway to help them realise their aspirations, and to take care of everystudent from the moment they set foot in the country to that very lastmoment when they leave - proud of their achievements and noted fortheir success.

We very much look forward to being at your service in the near future.

Neil HarveyManaging DirectorGateway Education

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Schools

Page1 Akeley Wood Senior School, Buckinghamshire 102 Bablake School, Warwickshire 113 Brooke House School, Leicestershire 124 Chilton Cantelo School, Somerset 135 Hereford Cathedral School, Herefordshire 146 Leicester Grammar School, Leicestershire 157 Northampton High School, Northamptonshire 168 Pitsford School, Northamptonshire 179 Quinton House School, Northamptonshire 1810 Sackville School, Kent 1911Webber Independent School, Buckinghamshire 2012Wellingborough School, Northamptonshire 21

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We are proud to say that Gateway Association Schools achieve some of the best academic results in the country which, of course, means thatthe students progress to some of the leading universities in the UK, asshown below.

Cambridge, University College London, Exeter, Cardiff, Liverpool, Nottingham,King's College London, Birmingham, Durham, Glasgow, Manchester, Sheffield,Queen Mary London, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Southampton, Newcastle,Bath,Exeter, Goldsmiths,London School of Economics, Loughborough, Oxford,Reading, Royal Agricultural College, St Andrews,Warwick,Winchester.

Destination of Association Students

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With schools in our association dating back morethan 600 years there is no shortage of experiencein dealing with the learning needs of generationsof students. It is indeed the strengths of individualschools that contribute to the strength of theeducation system in the UK, from prep schools tosixth form, from early years education to theachievement of the A level gold standard.

Our independent schools are committed tosuccess for each and every one of their studentbody and as such, will make high demands on theacademic strengths and personal achievements oftheir students. Once a student puts on theuniform of the school, they become anambassador of that school and its values.

Those expectations mean that a student will needto make a serious and meaningful choice both interms of their school and their own expectations.Schools will expect potential students to undergoentry tests and interviews to assure themselvesthat the students are the right fit for theirinstitution.

Once a student is accepted by the school and hasembarked upon their study path, the school willwant the student to play a full and active part inthe life of the school. Not only will the schoolneed to see success in the classroom but also inthe debating society, on the sports field or in themusic room. Schools need to see achievement,enthusiasm and dedication.

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Schools will involve each student in their “house”system, which means that within the broaderschool there are smaller groups of students whoare organised under a housemaster orhousemistress. The “houses” are the buildingblocks of a school, and form the basis of allcompetition, cohesion and compassion.

As the student passes through their school life,every progress step will be monitored by theschool and Gateway and fed back to the parents.This regular reporting forms the keystone ofmeasuring a student’s development. The reportswill be based on observation of the student informal and informal assessment, attitude andapproach and how much time a student invests inindependent study.

Parents can be assured that the discipline anddedication of school life will lead ultimately to asuccessful outcome and that students are guidedtowards the next important step in theiracademic career - university, and here again, theschool and Gateway are here to help.

School Year Pupils Age Course Examinations

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10 14-15 1st year GCSE

11 15-16 2nd year GCSE GCSE

12 16-17 1st year - Sixth Form AS – 1st part A levels

13 17-18 2nd year Sixth Form A2 – 2nd part A levels

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Accommodation

The association of Gateway schools offers the discerning parent a choiceof accommodation for their child during their academic studies in theUK. Traditionally the only option for international pupils studying at anindependent school was boarding. This model is still as popular today asit was 100 years ago, and is for many students the most appropriatechoice - one with which Gateway is happy to help parents.

Alternatively and uniquely, Gateway works with a wide variety of dayschools. This means that students join a school which has no boardingfacilities and consequently a much lower number of internationalstudents. Students are placed with our network of carefully selectedlocal host families, many of whom have children studying at the sameschool.

There are advantages to both choices and we are happy to discuss themwith parents so that they can make the best choice for their child.

During the holidays Gateway provides alternative accommodationoptions for students if they cannot stay at school.

Our network of caring hosts provide a home from home to all thestudents in our care.

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Guardianship

Gateway will be the student’s appointed and trusted guardian while theyare studying in the UK. We are proud of the level of service we offer toour parents, students and schools - a level of service that covers thestudent from the moment of arrival to the last sad, moment when theyleave us.

The Gateway Service Promise covers all aspect of a student’s stay -including:

• Advice and assistance on school selection

• Meet and Greet services on arrival

• Assistance with all travel arrangements throughout their studies

• Support with visa applications and extensions

• Representing the students’ academic interests

• Attending all parents evenings

• Regular feedback to parents on both academic progress and pastoral

matters

• Registration with police, the health service, banks and other official

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• School visits to meet with the student at least once every two weeks

• Own-language Guardians who mentor and support the student

• Helping the student manage their finances

• 24-hour emergency response team

Gateway offers its Guardianship either as part of the package whenchoosing a Gateway association school or as an additional service toparents who have selected another educational institution.

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Delivering high standards is a genuine hallmark of the School. Since turning co-educationalin 1972, Akeley has been at the heart of quality education in Buckinghamshire. Set overthree sites in the best of the English countryside, the School prides itself on thecooperative nature of the students’ rapport with the school staff who they get to knowand trust. The A-level results show that excellent teaching in small classes helps thestudents to achieve their full potential, thus maximizing their opportunities to attend topuniversities. The School puts a great deal of attention on playing to the strengths of eachand every individual pupil to ensure they achieve their full potential. Of note is theeducation in the Sixth Form which is brought beyond the physical boundaries of theSchool, enabling pupils to learn more about our rich, cultural heritage, as well as givingthem a better understanding of the systems of law, government, finance and industrywhich underpin the country as a whole.

‘At Akeley Wood, we offer nothing less thanteaching and learning excellence. Aboveeverything else, the School is concerned withthe individual, and students at Akeley Woodleave School not only with the best possiblequalifications, but also with a set of values andclose friendships that will last them a lifetime.Confidence, happiness, and success are thehallmarks of Akeley Wood School.”

SchoolCo-educational

Available Courses GCSE, AS and A level

AccommodationHomestay

Student EnrolmentSenior School 500Sixth Form 120

FacilitiesRugby Pitches; tennis courts; new sports hallfacilities on each of the three sites; Astroturfpitches.

FeaturesTheatre and Performing Arts School; Duke ofEdinburgh Adward Scheme; Annual musicfestival; Equestrian team.

University DestinationsOxford, Cambridge, LSE, Imperial, Bristol,Durham, Brunel, Southampton, Birmingham,Leeds, Kings, Sheffield, Warwick.

English Language RequirementsIELTS 5.0

Akeley Wood School, Buckinghamshire

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Jerry GrundyPrincipal

Situated in the beautiful heart of England, in Coventry, close to Birmingham (the UK’ssecond city) and one hour by train from London, Bablake is one of the oldest schools inEngland. It was founded in 1344, but has occupied its current home since 1890. It enjoysthe educational, artistic and historical benefits of its proximity to Warwick and CoventryUniversities, Royal Leamington Spa and Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon. As well asdelivering first rate academic education, the School has a well regarded range of extra-curricular activities, including sport, music, drama, art, debating and the Duke ofEdinburgh’s award scheme, as well as a vigorous programme of Community Service andcharity fundraising. In recent years the School has been represented in national finals forrugby, hockey and netball, with the cricket and athletics teams regular winners of localand regional competitions.

“Our School has a strong reputation forpastoral care, and aims to nurture individuals’self-esteem in a positive, mutually supportiveand happy community. All pupils receiveextensive guidance over higher education andcareers. The education is grounded in positivetraditional values, whilst also being dynamicand forward-looking. Teachers are all wellqualified, dedicated and enthusiastic. The lastinspection found that “lessons aredistinguished by a powerful sense of purposeto learn, in a shared enterprise betweenteacher and pupil”.

SchoolIndependent co-educational

Available Courses AS, A level



FacilitiesIndoor swimming pool, climbing wall, fitnesssuite, dance studio,tennis courts, netballcourts, 40 acre sports ground (rugby pitches,astro pitches), language laboratory, theatre,large music rehearsal room, individual musicpractice rooms, art studios, pottery studio,photgraphy dark room, ICT suites,

FeaturesWeather Station, Classical Society, CRESTaward, Debating Society, Environmental Group,Public Speaking Society,Stretch Magazine,Brass Quintet, Classical Oasis, Knitting Club,Textiles Club, Bridge Club, Combined CadetForce (Army section and RAF section),Christian Union, Climbing Club, Drama, Flight

Simulator Club, Flute Choir, Enterprise,Extended Project Qualification, Orchestra,Table Tennis, String Ensemble, Brass Group,Chinese Club, Choir, Poetry Prize Group,History Society, Physics Club, Library BookClub, Nubble Club, Swing Band, WoodwindGroup, Amnesty International, Arts Award,Creative Writing Club, Languages Club, FrenchFilm Club, Rock School, String Ensemble, StringQuartet, Wind Band, Badminton Club,Chamber Choir, Chess Club, Classics Club,Formula One Challenge, Gymnastics,Trampolining, Hockey, Netball, Rugby, Cricket,Athletics, Tennis, Young Enterprise, Aural Class,Fitness Club, Self-Defence, Swimming, TextilesClub, Chemistry Club, Dance Club, IndoorHockey, Theatre Visits.

University DestinationsOxford Cambridge, Nottingham,Loughborough, Exeter, Leicester, Leeds, UCL.


Bablake School, Warwickshire

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John WatsonPrincipal

Set in Market Harborough, the most perfect of English county towns, Brooke House is anindependent, co-educational boarding college that specialises in preparing students fromall over the world for entry to university in UK. The school is housed in a large, elegantGeorgian mansion standing in grounds of almost two acres. The facilities, apart fromtutorial rooms, include the students' private study rooms, reference libraries, commonrooms, laboratories, art complex, recreation building which caters for table tennis, pooland television. Academic demands are high and the work exacting but the atmosphere ispleasant and informal, preparing students for both the responsibilities and freedoms ofuniversity and adult life. Students leave Brooke House for some of Britain's bestuniversities, equipped with the skills and maturity which will serve them through untilcompletion of their degree studies.

“Over our 35 year history we have developeda tradition, of which we are very proud, ofwelcoming students from a huge range ofcountries and cultures, delivering to them highquality tuition, while carefully monitoringtheir academic and social welfare, and guidingthem to the universities that they really wantto go to. At Brooke House everyone is treatedas the individual that they are, and his and herneeds treated on that basis. We thereforedeliver a truly "bespoke education".

SchoolMixed Independent International BoardingCollege.

Available CoursesIntensive English/ Academic Reception, GCSE,A Level, Pre-University Foundation.

AccommodationFull Boarding in single and double bedrooms.


FacilitiesHigh standard boarding accommodation withall students having access to common roomand kitchenette facilities. Central collegedining room serving 3 meals per day, 7 daysper week. Laboratory, Art, Music facilities onsite. Comprehensive sports facilities 5 minutesaway by college shuttle bus.

FeaturesStudent Council, Duke of Edinburgh AwardScheme, Football Academy, Programme ofweekend activities, International Visits, SchoolChoir, Annual Prize-giving ceremony.

University Destinations48% grades A and A* in 2011. On averageover 45% of students enter Top 20/ RussellGroup universities.

English Language RequirementsN/A as college offers Intensive English/Academic Reception pre-sessional courses.

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Brooke House School, Leicestershire

Giles WilliamsPrincipal

Lying in the gentle folds of the beautiful Somerset countryside, the School occupies animpressive manor house as it has done for the last fifty years. These surroundings providethe setting for some very modern developments. Chilton enjoys a well-deservedreputation as a welcoming, friendly and unpretentious school. Class sizes are deliberatelysmall and children, staff and parents really get to know each other. There is a strong senseof community, creating a warm and enabling atmosphere. One of Chilton’s greatestachievements is the variety and breadth of education that it provides for its pupils. Bothday pupils and boarders benefit from excellent tuition in a range of activities includingarchery, athletics, cricket, football, hockey, horse riding, netball, rounders, rugby andswimming as well as plenty of healthy competition with local schools.

“There is a warm school community here atChilton, where every student is encouraged totry everything and do their best. The Schoolhas a strong ethos based on a dynamic mix ofrelaxed, unpretentiousness and academicdiscipline. After school activities are popularand there is a diverse range of weekend trips(also free) for boarders. The Sixth FormProgramme is designed with choice, flexibilityand depth of study in mind, allowing studentsto complete four A level subjects and followGeneral Studies to ensure breadth anddevelopment as well-rounded students.”


Available Courses GCSE/ AS and A levels

AccommodationDay and Boarding


FacilitiesRugby pitches, tennis court, 25acres ofgrounds.

FeaturesChoirs, orchestra, dance, archery, debating,Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme andextensive after school clubs.


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Chilton Cantelo School, Somerset

John PricePrincipal

Hereford Cathedral School is one of the oldest and most prestigious schools in the UnitedKingdom. There has been teaching and learning here since the 7th century. Located in thebeautiful city of Hereford, which is set in rich English countryside, the school is a thrivingand successful co-educational institution for pupils aged 3 to 18.The School is located at the heart of the city, situated in and around the Cathedral Closeand medieval cloisters. Though the school has an ancient academic tradition, it is not old-fashioned. It has wonderful brand new facilities including state-of-the-art sciencelaboratories and sports hall. A unique energy and spirit prevails where expectations arehigh and pupils excel. Small class sizes, specialist teaching staff and strong pastoral careensure that academic standards and examination results are excellent. The majority ofsixth form students go on to study at Russell Group Universities, with some 8% going onto either Oxford or Cambridge.

“International students are integrated withcare and sensitivity so that the quality of theirown academic, pastoral, spiritual and socialexperience is enhanced whilst that of thewider school community is also enriched. The school is keen to ensure that overseasstudents leave with skills, attributes andexperiences that make a valid contribution totheir own culture.”


Available CoursesAS and A levels



FacilitiesNew sports hall complex, extensive Sportsfields adjacent to River Wye, drama studio, Artand DT block, IT suite, Music school, SixthForm Centre.

FeaturesSet in historic Cathedral Close at the heart ofthe City. Huge range of extracurricular activitiesincluding sport (e.g. rugby, hockey, rowing),Combined Cadet Force, Duke of EdinburghAward scheme, drama, debating, orchestras andChoirs.

University DestinationsOxford, Cambridge, UCL, Imperial, Bristol,Durham, York, Birmingham Leeds, King'sCollege London, Warwick, Newcastle,Edinburgh, Exeter, Manchester, Sheffield,Cardiff, Bath.


Hereford Cathedral School, Herefordshire

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Paul SmithPrincipal

The School moved to its brand new, purpose-built site in 2008 and has continued todeliver outstanding academic success for its pupils. It ranks as one of the most successfulco-educational day-schools in the whole of the UK. The wonderful facilities complementthe high quality of teaching and learning that goes on within them and all work to supportthe School’s overall philosophy that the pursuit of excellence and the continuedinvestment in staff and school will deliver the highest academic achievements for all ofits students. The School also recognises the importance of life outside of the classroomand has created the physical environment to allow that to flourish. Sitting in 75 acres ofgrounds the first-rate sporting facilities have contributed to the School’s success indifferent sporting arenas, with over 50 teams representing the School in the major sportsof netball, rugby football, hockey, cricket, athletics and tennis.

“At Leicester Grammar School we aim tomake the most of the individuality, talent andcreative potential of your child, throughexceptional teaching supported by activepastoral care. Small class sizes enable us to getto know your child as an individual and helpyour child to develop self-confidence in ahappy and friendly environment. This iscombined with excellent teaching and apositive work ethos of recognition and praise.”


Available Courses AS and A levels



FacilitiesNew purpose built school opened by HerMajesty. The Queen in 2008. The campuscovers 20 hectares and includes full indoorand outdoor sporting facilities eg 25m indoorswimming pool, all weather pitches andfloodlit tennis courts.

FeaturesMusic (many orchestras, groups and bands aswell as choir). Drama, Young Enterprise, Dukeof Edinburgh Gold Award, Arkwrightengineering scholars.

University DestinationsOxford, Cambridge,LSE, Imperial, Birmingham,Bristol, Durham, Kings College London, Lincoln,Loughborough, Leicester, Manchester,Newcastle, Nottingham, Reading, Sheffield,Queen Mary, UCL, Warwick.

English Language RequirementsIELTS 6.0 but a minimum of 5.5 in anycategory (or equivalent).

Leicester Grammar School, Leicestershire

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Chris KingPrincipal

Northampton High School, Northamptonshire

A proud member of the Girls Day School Trust, the School has an excellent reputation forthe academic achievements of its pupils and the outstanding facilities it provides for everyyoung girl to develop, be that in art, drama, music, science and technology, as well as awide range of indoor and outdoor sports. Within a strong framework of both academicand pastoral guidance, girls are encouraged to be independent and think for themselves,pursue their passions and develop new ones. Excellence underpins every aspect of schoollife, not least in the teaching provision and the School’s outstanding facilities. AlthoughNorthampton High School was founded in 1878, it has only occupied its present site since1992 and it is fortunate to have every corner custom-built and fit for purpose. As aconsequence, every department is well-equipped and the learning resources are superb.The new eLearning Centre is a flexible space where students can develop their self-reliancethrough innovative use of the most up to date technology.

“Girls here enjoy the classroom experience,leading to excellent results and a superblaunch to life beyond the school. From theNursery to the Sixth Form, outstandingsuccess is achieved through a broad andchallenging curriculum; exciting lessons takelearning to a higher level and close individualattention ensures each girl is encouraged toachieve her full potential. we treasure a happy,friendly ambience where kindness, courtesy,service – and fun! – go hand in hand withstriving for academic success. In prioritisingthese values, Northampton High isunashamedly a traditional school but weoperate in a very modern setting. Withbeautiful facilities throughout the school, weaim to give the girls the very best educationpossible leading to rewards throughout theirlives.”

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FacilitiesAs well as the Sixth Form specific facilitiesincluding a workroom, common room andkitchen, our 28 acre school site includes 8well-equipped laboratories, art & designtechnology rooms, concert hall/theatre, dancestudio, Learning Centre, fully equipped musicrooms, and a large library with computerfacilities for independent study. There is also a25m covered swimming pool, all weatherpitch, fitness suite, gymnasium, badminton,squash, netball and tennis courts and hockeypitches.

FeaturesGirls are encouraged to join in clubs andactivities which interest them. We have a widerange to choose from, including; art,ballet/dance, ceramics, charity fundraising,chess, choir, computing/IT, debating/publicspeaking, drama/theatre studies, news club,handicrafts, life saving/first aid,orchestra/band, outdoor pursuits,photography, pottery, printing, science club,student magazine, textiles, the Duke ofEdinburgh Award, World Challenge,

University DestinationsBath; Bedfordshire; Birmingham; BirminghamCity University School of Acting;Bournemouth; Bristol; City; College London;Coventry; Dundee; Durham; Exeter;Goldsmiths; Hertfordshire; Hull; Leeds; Lincoln;Liverpool; London School of Economics;Loughborough; Manchester; Newcastle;Nottingham; Nottingham Trent;Northampton; Oxford; Portsmouth; Reading;Royal Agricultural College; Sheffield; StAndrews; University College London;University Warwick; Winchester.

English Language Requirements IELTS 5.5 or equivalent

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Francine Smith Director of Sixth Form

Pitsford School, Northamptonshire

Occupying stately Pitsford Hall, built in 1764, and its wonderful gardens, the School is anindependent English grammar school which offers an academic curriculum that preparesstudents for university and life beyond study. The students are taught to think creativelyand helped to develop perseverance. The School also offers a wide range of extracurricularactivities which are aimed at widening cultural horizons as well as providing opportunitiesfor leadership and initiative.Under the current Headmaster, Pitsford has gained a great reputation, winning plauditsin the Financial Times and making rapid progress towards the top of UK school rankings.Classes are deliberately kept small to ensure the best personal tuition. The curriculumdraws on the best of the grammar school traditions of the past, makes them relevant totoday’s needs, and ensures that they are applicable to the demands of the future.

“The School aims to educate the whole personand sets, expects and maintains highstandards in all its disciplines and extra-curricular activities. Competition both in workand sport is encouraged and emphasis isplaced on developing the highest personal andmoral qualities. We have appointed wellqualified and enthusiastic specialist teacherswho can create a stimulating environment andwho are accustomed to caring for eachindividual and to working with pupils whowish to excel.”

School Co-educational

Available Courses Two year GCSE, one year pre-sessional coursefollowed by 2 year A level course, 2 year Alevel course


Student Enrolment300 pupils (10-15% international students)

FacilitiesThe School is sited in 26 acres of parklandsurrounding Pitsford Hall.

FeaturesRankings:2012: Aspire School of the year;2011: In the top 100 schools in the UK;2009: 4th best small school (Financial Times);2008: 1st best improving school (FinancialTimes).

University DestinationsOxford, Cambridge,LSE, Imperial, Birmingham,Bristol, Durham, Kings College London, Lincoln,Loughborough, Leicester, Manchester,Newcastle, Nottingham, Reading, Sheffield,Queen Mary, UCL, Warwick.

English Language Requirements IELTS 5.5 or equivalent

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Noel Toone Principal

Quinton House School, Northamptonshire

Located in the stunning sixteenth century Upton Hall, Quinton House is a school with apassion for education. The school encourages responsibility and independence in learning,whilst advocating the highest professional standards in the quality of its teaching, pastoralcare and extra curricula provision. As a small school they are able to focus in a meaningfulway on each child as an individual. The magical setting of the main school matched withthe state of the art sports complex, dance/ drama studio and ICT suites helps the Schooldeliver on its commitment to parents and pupils alike. The enthusiasm that the Schoolgenerates for education can also be measured in its thriving extracurricular programmewith more than 100 activities per week in sports, performing and creative arts, andopportunities for additional courses of study.

“Quinton House endeavours to provide a‘family’ environment which has the very bestof teaching, the very best of pastoral care andthe very best extracurricular programme. Itaims for its pupils to get the best out of theireducation by giving their all and respect thework that they do. Pupils should feel proud oftheir school and the uniform they wear.”


Available Courses GCSE, AS and A Levels

AccommodationWith local host families


FacilitiesDrama studio, Sports Hall, Library, 650 yearold Hall, ICT suites, outdoor sports facilities.

FeaturesDuke of Edinburgh, competitive sport, extra-curricular programme, music and drama.Pastoral care of international students. Smallclass sizes. Study support..

University DestinationsCambridge, Durham, Sheffield, Edinburgh,Manchester are examples.

English Language Requirements IELTS 5.0 and telephone interview.

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John IngPrincipal

Sackville School, Kent

With an academic heritage going back more than 100 years, Sackville School carries thebest of those gifts forward to meet the academic challenges of the 21st century. With itsfocus on small class sizes and teachers dedicated to the success of individual students,the School delivers on quality again and again. Education at Sackville takes place in apositive, friendly and happy family atmosphere. This is not a bi-product achieved bychance but a powerful and integral element of our school’s success. The School firmlybelieves that teachers teach better and students learn better when they enjoy the process.The quality of a child’s education is defined by the quality of teaching. Inspirationalteachers are the hallmark of a top school. Here at Sackville they strive, above all else, forexcellence in teaching.

“My own belief in the traditional values ofeducation is reflected in the ethos of theschool. The students wear uniforms, standwhen an adult enters the room, and areexpected to be well-mannered and polite. We celebrate the value of sports, art anddrama here and believe in education as acomplete experience. Additionally, and mostimportantly, we believe that excellent teachersare more than mere instructors and shouldexcite, energise and inspire their pupils.“





FacilitiesSuperb grounds, a huge variety of sport,drama, music and art. Large range of A levels.We cater for the individual and their learning.

FeaturesA very friendly well integrated school. Goodrelationships between staff and pupils.Excellent IELTS teachers on site. Lots of extrasincluding cultural and educational visits, Dukeof Edinburgh, Leadership Training, First Aid,Cookery.

University DestinationsOxford, Manchester, Durham, Edinburgh plusmany others. We can get the student to thechoice of their university if they are preparedto work hard and improve their English.

English Language Requirements IELTS 5.5

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Peter lanePrincipal

Webber Independent School, Buckinghamshire

Though new in name the school has been delivering quality education since the 19thcentury. Originally the Bury Lawn School, the school moved to its new site in 1987 andthen it was renamed in 2010 to honour Melvin Webber, the lead designer of Britain’smost famous new town, Milton Keynes. As part of GEMS, the global education group,the school is a proud partner with other international organisations dedicated tofurthering education. These include UNESCO; the Clinton Global Initiative; WorldEconomic Forum and Microsoft. The school is committed to a personalised learningframework within a flexible curriculum based on a solid base of excellent pastoral care. Itboth challenges and supports each learner as an individual within a very well developedsupport network. It firmly believes in assisting each and every student towards the goalof becoming a global citizen.

“We strive for excellence in all we do at theWebber Independent School. This is awelcoming environment in which studentsand their families feel secure and valued. Ourrich curriculum is inspirational, exciting,challenging and fun. It equips students withthe skills necessary to experience success,regardless of their individual talents orlearning styles. Our personalised approach toeducation gives our students the skills theywill need for lifelong learning in a rapidlychanging future.”





FacilitiesBespoke Sixth form study centre, careersadvice drop in, senior hub, library iMac suite,multi-purpose sports hall with climbing walland gym. Performing Arts and Creative ArtsCentre, Drama Studio, 6 outdoor tennis courts,Basketball courts indoor and outdoor, Sportsfield.

FeaturesStimulating 21st Century learningenvironment.iPad for all Sixth form as a learning tool.Inspirational A level teaching.Weekly Email updates.Bespoke personalised learning tailored toindividual needs.

Over 70 extra-curricular activities offered foreach term including free academic boostersessions and workshops.Well ordered environment.How to get into the top universities seminars,coaching and advice on UCAS applications.Interviews skills.A culture of success and an ethos ofexcellence.Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.Cadets.Work experience, work shadowing internships.Door to door minibus service.Cultural and social integrationclasses/induction programme.IELTS Classes.Academic Buddy System.

University DestinationsOxford; Aberdeen; Bristol; Leeds; CanterburyChristchurch; Central St Martins College of Artand Design; Cambridge;Bristol; Durham;Oxford Brookes; Loughborough; Kings;Portsmouth; Imperial;Brunel; Robert Gordon;Sheffield; St Andrews; Warwick; Southampton;Birmingham; Queen Mary.


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Sue Vig Principal

Wellingborough School, Northamptonshire

Dating back more than 400 years, the School has kept its finest traditions and embracedthe future. As it always was, so it is today, very much a community, a happy mix oftraditional teaching methods and solid values enhanced by progressive thinking, hands-on involvement and approachability. Visitors often comment that there is a special energyabout the Wellingborough atmosphere. A great day school with many of the facilities ofa boarding school, Wellingborough offers tremendous resources across and well beyondthe curriculum to offer a broad and rounded education for boys and girls aged 3 to 18years. Along side its academic rigour the School provides tremendous sporting and extra-curricular opportunities for all of its pupils. Not only are there more than 40 acres ofsports fields but such musical opportunities from the chapel choir to the blues band orsetting up a Young Enterprise company for future global entrepreneurs.

“We value individuals and at Wellingboroughour pupils know that we enjoy their company,their conversation and their ideas. Working ina spirit of mutual co-operation and respect,staff and pupils take an educational journeythat is filled with excitement and surprise. We believe that academic excellence can becombined successfully with an active lifeoutside the classroom and consequentlyWellingborough is much more than a Mondayto Friday school. Our size is a greatadvantage; neither too big nor too small.”





FacilitiesRugby, Football, Cricket, Hockey, Tennis,Netball, Rounders, Badminton etc.Drama, Music, ArtCareers DepartmentAfter-School Clinics

FeaturesChoirs, Music Ensembles, Orchestras Combined Cadet Force Duke of Edinburgh Award SchemeExtracurricular activities available.

University Destinations2012 Russell Group University Destinations - Cambridge, University College London, Exeter,Cardiff, Liverpool, Nottingham, King's CollegeLondon, Birmingham, Durham, Glasgow,Manchester, Sheffield, Queen Mary London,Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Southampton,Newcastle.


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Garry R BowePrincipal

Summer Centres

As well as helping long term students achieve their life ambitions,Gateway runs a series of summer camps in the UK.

These summer camps based in schools or universities provide studentswith a wonderful taste of learning in the UK combined with a greatprogramme of tourist and recreational activities, all handled bydedicated and enthusiastic Gateway staff members.

The Classic programme means enlightening and enlivening Englishlanguage courses - with 3 hours of classes per day. The teaching andlearning programme is closely aligned to the activity programme so thatstudents get the most out of their stay.

Our English programme delivers a rich learning experience but one thatis also clearly focused on getting students to use and develop their oralskills - grammar can be learnt alone, talking needs two!

The extra-curricular programme works with and supports the academicprogramme. The carefully selected activities and visits are intended bothto give students a really enjoyable experience and also to encourageinteraction and exchange.

Gateway offers an all inclusive package, meaning that parents don’t haveto worry about a thing - from collection at the airport to the finalfarewell. Accommodation is either based on our homestay or residentialprogrammes and is fully catered.

Our on-site team make sure that students’ welfare is a primary focusthroughout their stay - keeping students happy, safe and secure meansthat they will get the most out of the summer course.

Gateway also designs specific programmes for specific groups - fromspecialist activity programmes to bespoke learning packages. Pleasedon’t hesitate to ask us if you would like more information or advice inthis area.

As well as camps in the UK we offer great camps on the east and westcoast of the USA - please ask us for our US camp details.

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Summer in Cambridge Sample Programme

Arrive UK- transfer to centre and meet hosts

AM – EFL Classes

PM – Orientationafternoon

Dinner – withhosts

AM – EFL Classes

PM – Punting onthe River Cam

Eve - Karaoke


AM – EFL Classes

PM – Fitzwilliammuseum inCambridge


AM – EFL Classes

PM – HistoricTown of Stamfordand Stamford

School


Full dayExcursion toLondon – with

tour on the RiverThames and entryto the Tower of

London


AM – EFL Classes

PM – Trip to thebeautiful EastAnglia coast

Eve – HawaiianDisco


Free Day withHostsOr

Optional trip – to Oxford andChristchurchCollege (£40)

AM – EFL Classes

PM – Trip toBicester VillageShopping Outlet


AM – EFL Classes

PM – Laser Quest

Eve – InternationalEvening


AM – EFL Classes

PM – London andBritish Museum


AM – EFL Classes

Full dayExcursion to

Stratford – withtour and entry toShakespeare’sbirthplace


AM – EFL Classes

PM – Ten pinbowling time andfarewell party.

Eve – Fancy DressDisco


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How to book

Gateway services can be booked directly with us or you may choose touse the services of one of our highly trusted overseas representatives.

Long Term StudentsEach one of our associate schools operates their own admissions criteria.Admission to a chosen school will normally consist of a English andmaths test, plus a review of previous academic history from the studentscurrent school. If the student has taken an IELTS test recently then thatscore will also be taken into account. Associate schools also like tointerview candidates to find out more about them - so it is importantthat applicants are ready to talk about not only their academicachievements but what they have done outside of the classroom. Havinga full extra-curricular experience - in sports, arts or music - can make allthe difference to whether an application is successful or not.Gateway and our representatives will guide you through the applicationprocess and help you at every point. We will also be there to advise onvisa applications and transferring to the UK to study.Contact our representative or ourselves to talk through the optionsavailable, and remember - our role is to be there for you.

Summer Centre StudentsWorking with our partners overseas, please feel free to contact them andenquire about the most up-to-date summer courses, programmes andlocations - we are always working on new destinations and programmesso check what are our latest options.

Contact [email protected]

www.gateway-education.co.uk

+44 (0) 1604 642 082

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“Child” means the child or children placed to be educated in the UK“Parent”means the Child’s legal parent(s) identified as a party to this agreement“Placement” means the duration of the Child’s residence with the Host Family“Guardianship Documentation” means all documents given to the Parent as partof this agreement including, without limitation, the ‘Educational GuardianshipService’ list, the ‘Fees’ list, any student information forms or rules provided byGateway“School” means the school at which the Child is enrolled from time to time duringthe Child’s Guardianship and includes all times during which the Child is within theSchool’s care and authorityIn this agreement all words denoting the singular shall include the plural and viceversa and words denoting the masculine gender shall include the female andneuter genders.“Contact Details” means all addresses, whether residential or work, telephonenumbers, fax numbers and email addresses as detailed by Gateway and the HostFamily in the Guardianship Documentation or as updated“Exeats” means authorised absences from School, including but not limited toschool trips, medical or dental treatments, the unexpected closure of School“Gateway” means Gateway Corporation UK Limited and includes all agents andemployees of Gateway Corporation UK Limited“Guardianship” means the period during which Gateway acts as educationalguardian as authorised by this agreement“Host Family” means the family with whom Gateway place the Child outside ofSchool

1. Gateway will perform all of the services listed on the ‘Educational Guardianship Service’ list.

2. Gateway will maintain regular communication with the Parent, the Child and the Host Family and will be available and contactable 24 hours, 7 days a week, in case of emergency.

3. The Parent gives Gateway the authority to act as educational guardian to the Child. At all times in which the Child is in the UK Gateway will act in loco parentis and is fully authorised by the Parent to make any decisions relating tothe Child that the Parent has the capacity to make.

4. The Parent agrees that Gateway can place the Child with a Host Family duringweekends, half term holidays, holidays, Exeats and in case of emergency.

5. The Parent confirms that the answers and information given to Gateway from time to time, both written and oral, are full, true and accurate and it will inform Gateway immediately of any changes to such information.

6. The Parent is responsible for ensuring that all travel, visa and personal/medical insurance arrangements are complete and kept up to date; arrangements for such should ideally be made by the Parents themselves, but Gateway will assist the Parent and the Child in applications where necessary.

FEES7. The Parent agrees to pay Gateway for the Guardianship service in accordance

with the fees and expenses on the attached ‘Fees List’. Such fees and expenses may be varied by Gateway at any time and following the Parent receiving notification of this the Parent will pay the fees and expenses at the varied rate.

8. Gateway may require payment of certain fees prior to the start of the Placement and in any case all invoices should be settled by the due date. In the absence of specification by Gateway, the due date is [7 days from the dateof the invoice].

9. If Gateway purchases any travel tickets for the Child, the Parent must refund the full amount immediately [to the main bank account of Gateway].

10. Other than the deposit, all fees and expenses are non-refundable and will not be waived for any reason, subject to the discretion of Gateway.

RESPONSIBILITIES & LIABILITIES11. Gateway shall have no personal responsibility for the Child’s education, but will

liaise with the School on the Child’s behalf and will keep the Parent informed ofthe Child’s educational progress.

12. Gateway shall have no responsibility for the Child while they are not in the immediate care of Gateway or the Host Family, i.e. at School or in transit.

13. The Parent accepts that Gateway has no financial or other liability regarding the Child arising from any act or omission in good faith and agrees to indemnify Gateway against all financial consequences incurred by Gateway arising from the Guardianship.

14. The Parent accepts that Gateway will not be liable for loss of or damage to property. The Parent confirms that adequate public liability and personal insurance in respect of health, property and liability for the Child will be taken out prior to the start of, and continue for the duration of, the Guardianship.

15. Any damage to School or Host Family property caused by the Child will be invoiced to and payable by the Parent.

16. Shoplifting, taking drugs, drinking of alcohol (under 18 years of age) or unacceptable/unreasonably antisocial behaviour of the Child will not be tolerated by Gateway and the Parent shall ensure that the Child does not engage in such behaviour and that the Child must abide by all local and national laws.

CONCERNS/COMPLAINTS17. Each party should inform the other as soon as reasonably possible

of any problems and concerns that they may have regarding the Child’s health, welfare or education during the Guardianship.

TERMINATION18. Either party may terminate this agreement on one month’s written notice.19. Either party may terminate this agreement if the other party is in breach of this

agreement and (if remediable) has not remedied such breach within 7 days of notice being served identifying the breach and the steps required to remedy.

20. Gateway reserves the right to terminate this agreement immediately by written notice where the Child is unreasonably antisocial or behaves unacceptably or fails to comply with any local or national laws, or where payment of any invoice is outstanding, without prejudice to its other rights under the agreement.

21. On any termination, Gateway shall cease to act in loco parentis and all rights and responsibilities regarding the Child will revert to the Parents.

CONTACT DETAILS22. Each party will inform the other as soon as reasonably possibly should

there be any alteration or addition to their Contact Details.

GENERAL23. The Parent acknowledges that Gateway may vary this agreement from time to

time to meet changing circumstances and that it will be subject to such variations once it has received notice of them.

24. If any clause of this agreement is held by any court or other competent authority to be void or unenforceable in whole or part, this agreement shall continue to be valid as to the other clauses and the remainder of the affected clause.

25. This agreement is governed by the laws of England and shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.

Terms & Conditions

Our Overseas Representative

“Global Learning

for a Global Future”

Gateway l 4 Darnell Way l Moulton Park l Northampton l NN3 6RW l United Kingdom

Tel: +44 (0)1604 642082 E: [email protected]

www.gateway-education.co.uk

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