Caroline Bateson BA MA, has a commitment to academic excellence as well as involvement in every aspect of school life including pastoral care, extra-curricular activities, liaising with parents and strategic planning. She is an Independent Schools Inspector.

The Senior School caters for girls aged 11 – 18. About a third of the pupils come from Redland High Junior School and others join from local schools.

There are scholarship entrance examinations at 11+ and 13+ and some girls join just for the Sixth Form years. Redland High School caters for a very wide range of academic ability, from the gifted, who sometimes take examinations early, to those needing extra help.

Caroline Bateson thinks that the school’s undoubted proficiency in supporting all its pupils comes from outstanding teaching and having a school of optimum size: large enough to make a considerable subject choice viable but small enough for each individual pupil to be known well.

Experienced teaching, small classes and a supportive community combine to produce impressive GCSE and A-level results year after year. Additionally, Redland High girls are regularly accepted into the National Youth Orchestra, the National Youth Theatre and chosen for county sports teams.

The Young Enterprise Scheme and the Duke of Edinburgh Award are both strong features as well as a very wide range of extra-curricular activity. Girls are encouraged to be busy and active at all levels.

Caroline Bateson says: “It makes them more interesting people and by taking pupils outside their comfort zone in a supported way, we encourage them to grow into mature and responsible adults, ready to go off to university with the confidence that they will thrive.”

For more information visit www.redlandhigh.com or telephone 0117 924 5796 and speak to the Admissions Secretary. Open Evening: October 7, 6.15pm start.