We are proud to be collaborating with Ferndown Upper School in a new and exciting partnership, designed to broaden opportunities for pupils, strengthen professional development for staff and promote educational excellence across both schools and throughout Dorset.
Founded on a commitment to improving outcomes for young people, the partnership will bring together pupils and staff through a range of academic, co-curricular and professional initiatives.
A key element will be the establishment of the Ferndown/Bryanston Scholarship Programme, providing several scholarship places for pupils from Ferndown Upper who demonstrate exceptional potential and are considered likely to flourish and accelerate their development within a boarding school environment. Scholarships will recognise both academic excellence and achievement or potential in areas aligned with our pillars – Creative & Performing Arts, Sport, Entrepreneurship & Innovation, and the Digital World.
Liz Thornton, Deputy Head, Staff & Partnerships commented: “We are delighted to be establishing this partnership with Ferndown Upper which will offer many opportunities for young people while enabling staff across both schools to learn from one another. There is a great deal of expertise within our two communities, and by bringing that together we can create something that greatly benefits pupils and staff.”
The two schools will work together to broaden enrichment opportunities for pupils through shared educational visits, events and external speakers. This will include greater collaboration around university and career pathways.
We will also be participating in the Dorset Maintained Schools Group, supporting closer collaboration between school leaders and the sharing of best practice in areas including leadership, behaviour, teaching and school improvement. Joint Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities will also form part of the programme.
Philip Jones, Head of Ferndown Upper School, added: “Both Ferndown Upper School and Bryanston School share values of community, belonging and aspiration. This partnership provides an exciting opportunity for our pupils and staff to benefit from a genuinely collaborative relationship with Bryanston that aligns with our shared values and principles.
“Whether through scholarships, enrichment opportunities, teacher training or the sharing of expertise between departments, our aim is to create opportunities that add real value to both school communities. We are particularly pleased that the partnership will provide new pathways for pupils to develop their talents and ambitions.”
