F R O M T H E H E A D M A S T E R

Thank you for your interest in Crosfi elds. I hope you will enjoy

reading this prospectus and that it will give you a good insight into

the exciting opportunities your child can receive during these crucial,

formative years.

At Crosfi elds our aim is to give all children a fi rst class education

which will enable them to take their place in society as well-rounded,

confi dent, considerate citizens. Set within 40 acres of grounds, on

the outskirts of Reading, the facilities at Crosfi elds are outstanding

and the opportunities for all children are endless. A tangible family

atmosphere exists throughout the school, and we believe passionately,

that all children are individuals, with their own skills and talents,

which are waiting to be encouraged and developed.

Extra curricular activities have an important part to play in school

life. Sport, music and drama are all recognised major strengths of the

school. Our aim is to give every child the opportunity to fi nd success

and grow in confi dence. It is a privilege to be responsible for a child’s

development through these vital, early years and pastoral care is of

paramount importance.

This prospectus will give you a fl avour of the education

we can offer your child, but I invite you to come

and meet the boys and girls and see for yourself

why Crosfi elds has become the ‘Family School

of Choice’. Welcome to Crosfi elds.

Jonathan Wansey

A B O U T C R O S F I E L D S

The oldest building on the school site was built in the 1820s and

was originally a private residence. In 1957, Crosfi elds became

an independent day preparatory school for boys and the Quaker

connection from nearby Leighton Park School remains in the form

of ‘Collect’ (or morning assembly) that starts each day and in the

ethos that the school has developed. Essentially though, the school is

non-denominational, with a long tradition of welcoming children of

different religious backgrounds. Christian teaching continues to be

given and strong emphasis is placed on moral principles of kindness,

tolerance, good manners, honesty and a sense of responsibility to one

another and oneself.

• A co-educational independent day school from 3-13 years

• First class academic reputation

• Over 40 acres of grounds

• Wide range of excellent, modern facilities

• Strong tradition of music and arts

• Renowned sporting tradition

• Self contained Nursery on main school site

• Excellent pastoral care

• Emphasis on good behaviour and discipline

• Extended day

T H E E A R L Y Y E A R S

A Crosfi elds education starts as young as 3 years old in our Nursery

class. With light, spacious classrooms and a specially designed outdoor

play area, it provides the best possible fi rst experience of school life.

The Pre-Prep Department takes children through from age 4 to age

7 and provides a balanced and structured learning environment. By

the time our boys and girls move to the Junior School, they have an

excellent grounding in the traditional basics and confi dence in their

ability.

• A happy, stimulating environment from age 3

• Foundation Stage curriculum

• Small class sizes and excellent pupil/teacher ratio

• Self contained, modern buildings

• Music, Drama and Art from Nursery upwards

• Access to the range of Crosfi elds facilities

• Fully integrated into the life of the school

• Smooth transition to Junior School

F O S T E R I N G A L O V E O F L E A R N I N G

Crosfi elds aims to achieve an excellent standard of learning within a happy, caring and stimulating

environment. Entry is non-selective and we strive to develop the strengths of each child and help fulfi l his

or her potential. We have high levels of expectation and regularly appraise curriculum content and teaching

methods.

• Maximum class size of 20

• Broad and balanced curriculum

• Regular assessment

• Fast track for able pupils

• Learning support where required

• Excellent range of classroom facilities

• Spacious modern library

• State of the art ICT and Design Technology suites

• Excellent entry record to senior independent and grammar schools

• Impressive scholarship record

T H E C R E A T I V E A R T S

The Arts are a strong feature of life at Crosfi elds. There are

opportunities for music, art and drama at every age and the school is

fortunate to have a dedicated Performing Arts building housing music

practice rooms, classrooms and a theatre with tiered seating.

• Specialist teaching staff

• Record of success in local music and arts festivals

• Music taught from age 3

• Recorder from age 6

• Majority of children learn an instrument

• 5 choirs, 3 orchestras

• Annual house music competitions

• Nursery, Pre-Prep, Junior, Middle and Senior school drama productions

• Modern art studio and specialist ceramics room

S P O R T

Crosfi elds has a fi ne sporting tradition and on most days boys and girls will be involved in

some form of sporting activity. The main sports for boys are Football, Rugby and Cricket

and for girls Hockey, Netball and Rounders. All children swim once a week all year round.

The overriding aim of the sports department is that all children should have the opportunity

to participate in as many different activities as possible and should all have the chance to

represent their house and school during their time at Crosfi elds.

• Facilities include sports hall, all-weather tennis courts, cricket nets, indoor heated swimming pool and six hole golf course

• Competitive sport encouraged from an early age

• Experienced and dedicated coaches

• Full programme of sporting fi xtures

• Success at County and National level

• Lunchtime, after school and holiday activities

In addition to the main sports, there are numerous additional options including

Golf, Tennis, Swimming, Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Gymnastics, Cross

Country, Fencing, Judo, Ballet, Dance and Skiing.

B R O A D E N I N G H O R I Z O N S

Crosfi elds aims to give every child the best possible all-round

education. Confi dence, leadership and working as a team are vital

ingredients which we aim to develop through broadening our pupils’

horizons with extra curricular activities and external trips.

• Culture of respect for each other and care for the environment

• Wide range of educational visits from Reception onwards

• Annual ski trip

• Drama, art and design clubs

• Music workshops

• Cookery lessons for all age groups

• Extensive sporting fi xture list

• IT and Computer clubs

• Public speaking competitions

T H E F A M I L Y

S C H O O L O F C H O I C E

Crosfi elds is a co-educational school. Girls and

boys work and play together in all areas of school

life on an equal playing fi eld and learn to value and

respect their similarities and differences.

The world is co-educational and at Crosfi elds we

provide sons and daughters with the very best start

and a solid foundation from which they will build

the rest of their lives.

• Unique family atmosphere

• First class pastoral care

• Happy, vibrant, stimulating environment

• Aim for every child is to reach his or her full potential

• Close contact with home

• Extended day and holiday clubs

• Active parent and former pupils’ associations

T H E N E X T S T E P

If you would like more information about

Crosfi elds, please telephone or email the

Admissions Secretary.

Telephone: 0118 9871810

Email: headmasterssecretary@crosfi elds.com

Private visits are welcomed and the school

holds a termly open morning.