The first thing which strikes many people about Somerset College is the warmth of relationships between our students and the mutual respect between students and our staff. These characteristics are developed in myriad ways each and every day.
Learning within the classroom is inclusive, engaging and encourages collaboration. Opportunities beyond the classroom include a broad range of sports and cultural pursuits, and progressive outdoor education and service learning programmes.
There really is an opportunity for every child to develop a passion in the knowledge they will be well supported as their talents develop. This extends into our pastoral care programme and our focus on student wellbeing with continuity of care throughout the student’s time in the Senior School.
My name is Anastasia Kouts, and for my Year 10 Personal Project I decided to combine my love for the performing arts and young children to teach some drama classes to youngsters aged six to 10. I am also writing a guidebook on teaching drama to young people full of drama games, activities, lesson plans and scripts.
My name is Ryan Chen, and for My Personal Project I have designed and created four shoes with the hints of both my culture and personal expression. It all started back when my parents took me sneaker shopping for the need to participate in my school Physical Education lesson in Year 3.
My name is Harry Jordan and for My Personal Project I decided to take my love of outdoor activities by learning how to skateboard. Throughout the Project I experienced several challenges including finding a suitable environment to practise, which became difficult, due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Somerset College is a non-selective school. We accept students from all ability levels with our only precondition being that students at the College always strive to do their best and try their hardest.
The development of a caring community and a strong network of support for our students is central to our ethos and daily work.
At Somerset College we have numerous student committees for Senior School students. These are a major avenue for outreach into the wider community.