It is well known that the benefits of an independent education are cumulative and that they make most difference to outcomes for children the earlier the investment in them is made. The small class sizes in our Prep school mean that each and every child is well known by their teachers. We regularly see the children outperform their peers in other schools, including other independent schools, having started at the same baseline.
AdmissionsPastoral care is a thread that runs throughout all aspects of life at Gateways and is directed towards the happiness, success, safety and welfare of each individual pupil and the integrity of the whole school community. The wellbeing of pupils is paramount at Gateways and any difficulties are dealt with promptly in the appropriate manner.
Pupils are provided with a variety of healthy lunch options each day, cooked by our wonderful Holroyd Howe catering team. Our produce is is sourced from local Yorkshire suppliers where possible including produce grown by our Horticultural Society in the school grounds. The Gateways kitchen caters for the needs of children with food intolerances and allergies. For more information on Food at Gateways please click here.
At Gateways our PSHE programme aims to ensure that each pupil is able to:
The School Council ensures that all students have a voice – each form elects a representative to the Council which meets once every half term to discuss any suggestions.
There are weekly assemblies which celebrate individual and group achievements.
A fully-qualified registered nurse is available during school hours in the event of illness or injury. The nurse cares for children with minor ailments, manages medication and contacts parents if necessary. The nurse is also involved in the health education of the children. There are also a number of qualified first aiders covering all areas of the school. A confidential listener is available for consultation and to offer confidential advice on a range of subjects.
Children in Pre-Reception are eligible to attend Earlybirds & Sundowners before and after school care. No pre-booking is required. They can undertake a variety of activities such as reading, various games, arts and crafts and dressing up.
Daily 7.30am – 8.30am
Supervised breakfast available.
Daily 3.00pm – 6.00pm
A light tea is provided in the dining room at 4.00pm
Pupils will be signed in when they arrive, and parents or nominated carers are asked to sign them out when they leave. This is essential in case of fire or accident.
Please click here for more information including costs.
Children with older siblings still in school may stay in Sundowners free of charge until the end of their sibling’s school day. Those who stay beyond the end of their sibling’s school day will be charged from the end of their own school day.
Gateways Educational Trust Limited is a registered Charity No. 529206.
Gateways Educational Trust Limited is registered in England No. 702484.
