Cobham Hall
Cobham, Kent, England
Cobham Hall
Cobham, Kent, England
Overview
As a Round Square member, Cobham Hall is committed to providing an education that extends beyond the classroom to personal development and global responsibility through its IDEALS (Internationalism, Democracy, Environmental, Adventure, Leadership and Service). Students are challenged both inside and outside the classroom, with a future-focussed curriculum and an environment where each individual thrives. Enthusiasm, hard work, persistence and resilience are valued and the School aspires to produce young people who can step into the world ready to embrace opportunities and embody its motto ‘There is more in you than you think.’
At a glance
Academic
Cobham Hall’s flexible curriculum, small class sizes and dedicated Student Support and EFL Departments ensure that each student is challenged and supported appropriately, with impressive results for a non-selective school. A broad curriculum based around 20+ A Level subjects is offered in the Sixth Form, alongside the EPQ, Global Critical Thinking and a Tutorial Programme. Pre-A Level Courses are also offered and there is an Intensive English Language Support Programme for foreign students up to Year 11 who need it.
Boarding
Cobham Hall is proud of its outstanding pastoral care, recognised by the ISI. With a designated 'buddy' and 24/7 support from Houseparents, Cobham Hall boarding is truly a home away from home. The two boarding houses, Harriet House (girls) and Stuart House (boys), are located in the Main Building and both have recently been refurbished. Boarding students participate in regular off-site trips, as well as the opportunity to join in on-site activities.
Sports
150 acres of grounds provide ample room, whilst the facilities, which include an indoor swimming pool, tennis and netball courts and an indoor activity centre with fitness and dance studios, allow students to enjoy activities from athletics to football. Horse riding is offered through nearby equestrian centres, and the local golf course is also available. Students compete at national and international levels in sports including equestrianism, trampolining, cross-country and football.
Creative arts
Students study a variety of visual and performing arts up to and at Sixth Form level, whilst the co-curricular programme offers drama, art, orchestra and choirs, along with annual Art, Drama and Music festivals. The Music Wing has practice rooms, a recording studio and a digital Music Suite, as well as a Steinway Grand B piano as part of a Steinway & Sons Partnership. Photographers have access to a digital photo manipulation suite and a dark room. A significant number of students also take voice, drama and communication tuition, which leads to LAMDA examinations.
Did you know?
- Elders include journalists Mishal Husain (BBC), Alex Crawford (Sky News) and Kate French, a Modern Pentathlete who finished a creditable 6th at the Rio 2016 Olympics.
- As a Round Square member, Cobham Hall offers students the opportunity to attend conferences, exchanges and International Service projects.
