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{{Short description|School in Hertfordshire, England}}
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{{Seventh-day Adventism}} {{Seventh-day Adventism}}
'''Stanborough School''' is a coeducational ] day and boarding school in ], ], ]. Situated in 40 acres of parkland in the village of ], it was founded by the ] and remains under the governance of the church. It is a member of the ]. '''Stanborough School''' is a coeducational independent day and boarding school in ], Hertfordshire, England. Situated in 40 acres of parkland in the village of ], it was founded by the ] and remains under the governance of the church. It is a member of the ].


It is a part of the ], the world's second largest Christian school system.<ref>{{citenews|title=For real education reform, take a cue from the Adventists|url=http://www.csmonitor.com/Commentary/Opinion/2010/1115/For-real-education-reform-take-a-cue-from-the-Adventists|work=]|date=15 November 2010|first=Elissa|last=Kido|quote=...the second largest Christian school system in the world has been steadily outperforming the national average – across all demographics.|access-date=2015-04-04|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101118003721/http://www.csmonitor.com/Commentary/Opinion/2010/1115/For-real-education-reform-take-a-cue-from-the-Adventists|archive-date=2010-11-18|dead-url=no|df=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.religionfacts.com/christianity/denominations/seventh_day_adventist.htm |title=Archived copy |accessdate=2016-03-18 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150323223151/http://www.religionfacts.com/christianity/denominations/seventh_day_adventist.htm |archivedate=2015-03-23 |df= }}</ref><ref>{{cite web It is a part of the ] system, the world's second largest Christian school system.<ref>{{cite news|title=For real education reform, take a cue from the Adventists|url=http://www.csmonitor.com/Commentary/Opinion/2010/1115/For-real-education-reform-take-a-cue-from-the-Adventists|work=]|date=15 November 2010|first=Elissa|last=Kido|quote=...the second largest Christian school system in the world has been steadily outperforming the national average – across all demographics.|access-date=4 April 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101118003721/http://www.csmonitor.com/Commentary/Opinion/2010/1115/For-real-education-reform-take-a-cue-from-the-Adventists|archive-date=2010-11-18|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.religionfacts.com/christianity/denominations/seventh_day_adventist.htm |title=Seventh-day Adventists - Christian Denomination &#124; Religion Facts |access-date=18 March 2016 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150323223151/http://www.religionfacts.com/christianity/denominations/seventh_day_adventist.htm |archive-date=23 March 2015 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web
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== History == == History ==
Stanborough School was founded in 1919. It originally catered primarily to the children of overseas ]. Over the years, the school began to cater for a wider range of students. As the school grew, the Primary section moved to a new facility in 1974 and an Early Learning Unit was added in 1990. The construction of a new complex for secondary and ] students was completed in 1991. Stanborough school is set in over {{convert|40|acre|m2}} of parkland, located 30 minutes from ].<ref> {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120120112725/http://www.spsch.org/aboutUs/#history |date=2012-01-20 }}. Stanborough School. Retrieved 2012-03-12</ref> Stanborough School was founded in 1919. It originally catered primarily to the children of overseas ]. Over the years, the school began to cater for a wider range of students. As the school grew, the Primary section moved to a new facility in 1974 and an Early Learning Unit was added in 1990. The construction of a new complex for secondary and ] students was completed in 1991. Stanborough school is set in over {{convert|40|acre|ha}} of parkland, located 30 minutes from London.<ref> {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120120112725/http://www.spsch.org/aboutUs/#history |date=20 January 2012 }}. Stanborough School. Retrieved 12 March 2012</ref>


== Facilities == == Facilities ==
The boarding school occupies a section of the main school building. All the bedrooms have en-suite facilities with either a shower and toilet. The shared bedrooms are of varying sizes and can accommodate two or three boarders. The boarders are separated by gender with the boys on the first floor and the girls on the second floor.<ref name="Inspection Report">. Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills. Retrieved 2009-07-24</ref><ref name="Stanborough School Profile"> {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081205025035/http://www.isbi.com/isbi-viewschool/2303-Stanborough_School.html |date=2008-12-05 }}. Which School Ltd. Retrieved 2009-07-24</ref> The boarding school occupies a section of the main school building. All the bedrooms have en-suite facilities with either a shower and toilet. The shared bedrooms are of varying sizes and can accommodate two or three boarders. The boarders are separated by gender with the boys on the first floor and the girls on the second floor.<ref name="Inspection Report">{{Dead link|date=May 2019 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}. Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills. Retrieved 24 July 2009</ref><ref name="Stanborough School Profile"> {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081205025035/http://www.isbi.com/isbi-viewschool/2303-Stanborough_School.html |date=5 December 2008 }}. Which School Ltd. Retrieved 24 July 2009</ref>


Boarders have access to all communal facilities. The communal area in the first floor has computers for the boarders to use, logging in with their school account. For those with their own laptop wireless internet is available; main school network is accessible throughout the provided computers. Boarders can communicate with their family and friends via e-mail, Skype or social media. Boarders share the main school cafeteria for their main meals. Under the school policy the main meals are strictly vegetarian. However, in the recreational lounge is a mini kitchen where boarders can prepare their own meals and snacks. Not all the boarders are vegetarian.<ref name="Inspection Report" /> Boarders have access to all communal facilities. The communal area in the first floor has computers for the boarders to use, logging in with their school account. For those with their own laptop wireless internet is available; main school network is accessible throughout the provided computers. Boarders can communicate with their family and friends via e-mail, Skype or social media. Boarders share the main school cafeteria for their main meals. Under the school policy the main meals are strictly vegetarian. However, in the recreational lounge is a mini kitchen where boarders can prepare their own meals and snacks. Not all the boarders are vegetarian.<ref name="Inspection Report" />


The school grounds are over {{convert|40|acre|m2}} and they are utilised by the students in sporting and relaxation activities. The boarders have access to the school gymnasium, with supervision. The school grounds are over {{convert|40|acre|ha}} and they are utilised by the students in sporting and relaxation activities. The boarders have access to the school gymnasium, with supervision.


The local amenities include the Medical Centre and the supermarkets, which are within walking distance.<ref name="Inspection Report" /> The local amenities include the Medical Centre and the supermarkets, which are within walking distance.<ref name="Inspection Report" />
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== Academics == == Academics ==
Currently, Stanborough School has a student body of around 120 pupils. The school has an enrolment representing 40 different nationalities.<sup></sup> Currently, Stanborough School has a student body of around 57 pupils. The school has an enrolment representing 40 different nationalities.<sup></sup>


Between 2011 and 2016, the average GCSE result was 81%. Between 2011 and 2016, the average GCSE result was 81%.


{| class="wikitable" border="1" {| class="wikitable" border="1"
|+ '''Subject Percentages: 2014 - 2015''' |+ '''Subject Percentages: 2014 – 2015'''
! Percentage !! Subjects ! Percentage !! Subjects
|- |-
| 100% - 90%|| Art, English Language, Business and Communications, Latin, Biology, Geography, History, Greek, Portuguese, French | 100% – 90%|| Art, English Language, Business and Communications, Latin, Biology, Geography, History, Greek, Portuguese, French
|- |-
| 89% - 80%|| English Literature, Chemistry, Spanish, Religious Studies, Maths | 89% – 80%|| English Literature, Chemistry, Spanish, Religious Studies, Maths
|- |-
| 79% - 70%|| Business Studies, ICT | 79% – 70%|| Business Studies, ICT
|} |}


== Performance Context (2018/19) ==
⚫ Stanborough School is a mixed ability school with a high international enrolment.<ref name="Academic Results">{{Dead link|date=October 2018 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}. Stanborough School. Retrieved 2009-07-24</ref>


=== GCSE ===
⚫ Most pupils move on to ] upon completion of ]s.<ref name="Stanborough School Profile" />
Independent School average 54.7%

Stanborough Secondary School 63%

⚫ Stanborough School is a mixed ability school with a high international enrolment.<ref name="Academic Results">. Stanborough School. Retrieved 24 July 2009</ref>

⚫ Most pupils move on to university upon completion of ]s.<ref name="Stanborough School Profile" />


== International Stanborough School == == International Stanborough School ==
International Stanborough School makes provision for students for who are learning to speak English as an additional language. It is separately registered with the ] but shares the campus and facilities as the main school. Both are owned by the British Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. The main purpose of the international school is to help students develop the necessary fluency and competency in English to transfer to the main school. More than half of the current students come from Hong Kong or Korea and the rest from six other countries. The school shares staffing and all facilities with the main secondary school.<ref name="Ofsted"/> International Stanborough School makes provision for students for who are learning to speak English as an additional language. It is separately registered with the ] but shares the campus and facilities as the main school. Both are owned by the British Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. The main purpose of the international school is to help students develop the necessary fluency and competency in English to transfer to the main school. More than half of the current students come from Hong Kong or Korea and the rest from six other countries. The school shares staffing and all facilities with the main secondary school.<ref name="Ofsted"/>


A member of staff meets with parents when representing the international school during visits to Hong Kong.<ref name="Ofsted">. Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills. Retrieved 2009-07-24</ref> A member of staff meets with parents when representing the international school during visits to Hong Kong.<ref name="Ofsted">. Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills. Retrieved 24 July 2009</ref>

The associate school closed on 23 August 2019.{{citation needed|date=May 2023}}


==Gallery== ==Gallery==
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⚫ ==See also==
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==References== ==References==
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== External links == == External links ==
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*Secondary School - ] Inspection & ] Boarding Inspection *Secondary School – ] Inspection & ] Boarding Inspection
*Primary School ] Inspection *Primary School ] Inspection

⚫ ==See also==
{{Portal|Seventh-day Adventist Church|Christianity}}
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Stanborough School
Address
Stanborough Park
Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 9JT
England
Information
TypeIndependent day and boarding school
MottoDominus Magister Ludi Nostri
(Latin: God is the Master of our school)
Religious affiliation(s)Seventh-day Adventist
Established1919
Local authorityHertfordshire
Department for Education URN117640 Tables
Chair of GovernorsPastor E Brooks
HeadteacherJ Liburd
Staff25 Full Time, 2 Part Time
GenderCoeducational
Age11 to 16
EnrolmentSchool capacity 170
HousesShaftesbury, Livingstone and Grenfell
Colour(s)Green, Red and Blue    
Websitewww.spsch.org
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Stanborough School is a coeducational independent day and boarding school in Watford, Hertfordshire, England. Situated in 40 acres of parkland in the village of Garston, it was founded by the Seventh-day Adventist church and remains under the governance of the church. It is a member of the Independent Schools Association.

It is a part of the Seventh-day Adventist education system, the world's second largest Christian school system.

History

Stanborough School was founded in 1919. It originally catered primarily to the children of overseas missionaries. Over the years, the school began to cater for a wider range of students. As the school grew, the Primary section moved to a new facility in 1974 and an Early Learning Unit was added in 1990. The construction of a new complex for secondary and boarding students was completed in 1991. Stanborough school is set in over 40 acres (16 ha) of parkland, located 30 minutes from London.

Facilities

The boarding school occupies a section of the main school building. All the bedrooms have en-suite facilities with either a shower and toilet. The shared bedrooms are of varying sizes and can accommodate two or three boarders. The boarders are separated by gender with the boys on the first floor and the girls on the second floor.

Boarders have access to all communal facilities. The communal area in the first floor has computers for the boarders to use, logging in with their school account. For those with their own laptop wireless internet is available; main school network is accessible throughout the provided computers. Boarders can communicate with their family and friends via e-mail, Skype or social media. Boarders share the main school cafeteria for their main meals. Under the school policy the main meals are strictly vegetarian. However, in the recreational lounge is a mini kitchen where boarders can prepare their own meals and snacks. Not all the boarders are vegetarian.

The school grounds are over 40 acres (16 ha) and they are utilised by the students in sporting and relaxation activities. The boarders have access to the school gymnasium, with supervision.

The local amenities include the Medical Centre and the supermarkets, which are within walking distance.

Student life

There are a wide range of clubs as well as a fine choir and ensemble. Peripatetic teachers offer tuition in a wide range of instruments. Some pupils in years 7 to 9 participate in drama and choir, with performances throughout the year and a major International Arts Festival held in the summer term. All pupils are placed in one of three Houses.

Academics

Currently, Stanborough School has a student body of around 57 pupils. The school has an enrolment representing 40 different nationalities.

Between 2011 and 2016, the average GCSE result was 81%.

Subject Percentages: 2014 – 2015
Percentage Subjects
100% – 90% Art, English Language, Business and Communications, Latin, Biology, Geography, History, Greek, Portuguese, French
89% – 80% English Literature, Chemistry, Spanish, Religious Studies, Maths
79% – 70% Business Studies, ICT

Performance Context (2018/19)

GCSE

Independent School average 54.7%

Stanborough Secondary School 63%

Stanborough School is a mixed ability school with a high international enrolment.

Most pupils move on to university upon completion of Advanced Levels.

International Stanborough School

International Stanborough School makes provision for students for who are learning to speak English as an additional language. It is separately registered with the Department for Education but shares the campus and facilities as the main school. Both are owned by the British Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. The main purpose of the international school is to help students develop the necessary fluency and competency in English to transfer to the main school. More than half of the current students come from Hong Kong or Korea and the rest from six other countries. The school shares staffing and all facilities with the main secondary school.

A member of staff meets with parents when representing the international school during visits to Hong Kong.

The associate school closed on 23 August 2019.

Gallery

  • Main building Main building
  • Christmas concert 2015 Christmas concert 2015
  • Boarding room Boarding room

See also

References

  1. Kido, Elissa (15 November 2010). "For real education reform, take a cue from the Adventists". The Christian Science Monitor. Archived from the original on 18 November 2010. Retrieved 4 April 2015. ...the second largest Christian school system in the world has been steadily outperforming the national average – across all demographics.
  2. "Seventh-day Adventists - Christian Denomination | Religion Facts". Archived from the original on 23 March 2015. Retrieved 18 March 2016.
  3. "Department of Education, Seventh-day Adventist Church". Archived from the original on 24 June 2009. Retrieved 18 June 2010.
  4. Rogers, Wendi; Kellner, Mark A. (1 April 2003). "World Church: A Closer Look at Higher Education". Adventist News Network. Archived from the original on 24 July 2011. Retrieved 19 June 2010.
  5. School's History Archived 20 January 2012 at the Wayback Machine. Stanborough School. Retrieved 12 March 2012
  6. ^ CSCI Inspection Report. Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills. Retrieved 24 July 2009
  7. ^ Stanborough School Profile Archived 5 December 2008 at the Wayback Machine. Which School Ltd. Retrieved 24 July 2009
  8. Academic Results. Stanborough School. Retrieved 24 July 2009
  9. ^ Ofsted Inspection Report. Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills. Retrieved 24 July 2009

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