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In a world where all the talk is about VAT on fees, the challenges the sector faces and dare we say it, private schools having the audacity to invest their own money in their own schools for the benefit of their pupils AND the wider community, Chatsworth Schools is very proud to say that we
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Crown House Proud of Crown House School, a non-selective co-educational prep for ages 3-11 in High Wycombe, where pupils’ happiness and wellbeing are at the core. Through a rich, fun, and challenging curriculum, Crown House inspires a lifelong love of learning. With a 90% 11+ pass rate, our Year 6 leavers confidently move on to
Crown EYFS Our little ones at Crown House Early Years experience joy and wonder every single day. They learn, explore, and have fun in an environment that feels like a second home—warm, nurturing, and safe. Every moment is an opportunity for discovery, whether it’s a new word, a creative project, or simply making new friends.
CS Sales Bootcamp “The secret to selling lies in offering something you truly believe in. If you don’t, your customers will sense it, and you’ll miss the chance to close the deal.” – Frank Bettger We are proud to have hosted our first Chatsworth Schools Sales Bootcamp with Nicola Lutz, covering every aspect of school
At 12:48pm on 18th September 2018, Anita GLEAVE and Fred Knipe acquired our first school, the mighty Hall School Wimbledon and the rest, as they say is history! A Director of Chatsworth Schools wrote to Anita and Fred this morning on behalf of all the team and said: “On behalf of us all I just wanted to thank
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👋 Welcome back to ALL of the Chatsworth Schools family 👋 We are delighted that all our schools around the world have now welcomed their children back and are fully open to do what they do best…. Enable outstanding futures for EVERY child in their care 🙌🏻 Let’s go get 24/25 Team Chatsworth Schools 💜
Exams can be a source of stress and anxiety for many, causing sleepless nights, nervousness, and a fear of the unknown. It’s crucial to acknowledge these feelings and take proactive steps to manage them effectively. In this blog, we’ll explore the common causes of exam stress, its impact on you, and practical strategies to prepare
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Chatsworth Schools’ Beech Hall School, Macclesfield was delighted to host Mr Andrew Lewer MP for Northampton South and the Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group for Independent Education in his role of championing and supporting the UK independent school sector. On his visit, Mr Lewer said “The Head – Mr James Allen,
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Chatsworth Schools is delighted to share the appointment of Mrs Katy Joiner as the the new Head of Broughton Manor Preparatory School, Milton Keynes from September 2024. Katy is an excellent school leader and early years practitioner with fourteen years’ experience as a Headteacher at two independent prep schools. She is currently Head at Hilden
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Today, International Women’s Day 2024, Chatsworth Schools Founder and CEO, Anita Gleave officially launches Ladies who LaunchED! – a brand new community for female founders across all aspects of education. Why? You can’t be what you can’t see and Anita believes there are many ladies out there who have or want to start something
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Chatsworth Schools is delighted to be awarded the IFIP Global Inclusion Award 2024, both for our group as a whole and at our schools around the world. “The Global Inclusion Award represent a significant leap forward in promoting inclusion on an international scale. It serves as a unifying platform that not only showcases
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Chatsworth Schools is delighted to announce that it has joined the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools through our two girls’ schools – Highfield and The Village School for Girls. The International Coalition of Girls’ Schools is the leading global advocate for girls’ schools, connecting and collaborating globally with individuals, schools, and mission-aligned entities dedicated
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We celebrated Children’s Mental Health Week (5th – 11th February 2024) which was an excellent opportunity to raise awareness and promote understanding about the importance of supporting children’s emotional well-being. This annual event highlights the importance of good mental health and the positive impact it can have on a child’s overall development. Following on from
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Chatsworth Schools has been shortlisted for the fourth year in a row in the marquee Independent School Operator Category at the EducationInvestor Awards 2024. The global schools group founded in 2018 and now consisting of 16 schools, a hybrid education alliance with Sophia Technologies, and an international consultancy arm is shortlisted for the
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Pioneering courses in Esports are coming to Chatsworth Schools as the first major development of the newly formed Chatsworth Schools and Sophia Technologies global hybrid education alliance. The partnership sees Chatsworth Schools joining Sophia High School as Trailblazers within Esports to roll out a pioneering Esports programme to develop leadership skills in children aged 11-16.
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Blenheim Schools appointed by Sharjah Private Education Authority to pioneer a new SEND and inclusion strategy in Sharjah Sharjah, February 7th 2024 In a landmark move for inclusive education in the United Arab Emirates, Blenheim Schools has joined forces with the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) to forge a new frontier in SEND and
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The government recently released information for those who work in education about how to address bullying in school. As we are too sadly aware, bullying occurs in all areas of society throughout our life span, yet this article is written about prevention, how educators can address it within a school environment and how you as
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Chatsworth Schools and Blenheim Schools have entered a strategic alliance with Melissa McBride’s Sophia Technologies, the DFE’s first accredited 100% online school, Sophia High School. This global and exclusive alliance aims to foster collaboration between the two organisations in the realms of hybrid working and learning spaces, online schooling, AI, and the development of new
Two teachers from Highfield Preparatory School visited a village in Tanzania to work in the local school and orphanage Two teachers from Chatsworth Schools’ Highfield Preparatory School in Maidenhead have recently returned from spending two weeks in Tanzania working in the Kibasila primary school in Kisarawe, with the charity Champion Chanzige. Mrs Emma Warren and
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https://player.vimeo.com/video/900836307 MARINA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND CHATSWORTH SCHOOLS PARTNER TO LAUNCH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AT THE BORGO DEL FORTE CAMPUS Ventimiglia, 9th January 2024 – Marina Development Corporation (“MDC”) – a company active in urban regeneration related to marinas, wellness and leisure facilities – is partnering with award-winning education provider, and global schools family, Chatsworth Schools (Owner of
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In October 2023, Crown House Preparatory School, High Wycombe was the first Chatsworth School to be inspected under the new ISI framework that no longer features a one word assessment as a part of an inspection report. During the inspection, Crown House underwent a thorough evaluation encompassing all aspects of school life, including academic achievement,
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As teachers, we often put an immense amount of pressure on ourselves. We strive for perfection, tirelessly working to meet the needs of our students and provide them with the best education possible. As we venture into the new year, it’s important to remind ourselves that taking care of our own well-being should be a
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To mark the end of 2023, our CEO and Founder, Anita Gleave has created a video message of reflection and thanks to share with all of the staff within the Chatsworth Schools family. You can watch it below:
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To celebrate the end of another amazing year at Chatsworth Schools, we have produced a yearend festive video – The Twelve Days of Chatsworth Schools! The video celebrates so many of our achievements and particularly new additions like our two new Senior Schools launching in 2024 at Highfield and The Village School for Girls, three
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A Guide for Parents and Caregivers to support students during the Christmas/Winter holidays The festive season is upon us, bringing with it a unique set of challenges and opportunities for parents and caregivers. Embracing the crisp air and festive cheer after a long scorching hot summer day, the winter holidays and its festivities weave a
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Chatsworth Schools can announce that Mrs Morven MacDonald, Head of The Village Prep School will be stepping down at the end of this academic year, July 2023, to take a career break with Chatsworth’s full support. On her departure, Chatsworth Schools CEO and Founder, Anita Gleave said “Morven is committed to the values, ethos and
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Today, a multi-million pound investment for Griffin House School, Aylesbury was announced by Head, Miss Helen Milnes. Chatsworth Schools is delighted to share the news that Griffin House will undertake a substantial and exciting development programme in 2023 to the benefit of all their children and the whole school community. The work will be completed
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Chatsworth Schools is delighted to announce the acquisition of Milton Keynes based Broughton Manor Preparatory School. Broughton Manor is an independent School and Nursery for children aged 2 months – 11 years old and the acquisition follows the decision by the Principal of Broughton Manor, Hilary Pauley, to retire. The joint Heads of Broughton Manor,
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Chatsworth Schools has won Education Provider of the year at the 2022 EducationInvestor Awards 2022, for the second year running. The awards event was held on the evening of 8th November at the Park Plaza, Westminster Bridge Hotel. The EducationInvestor award recognises our work over the course of 2021/22 in developing world-class schools that enable
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It was almost inevitable that it would come down to penalties. A pulsating final, played out between two fiercely committed and skilful teams, in the end needed that slimmest and most harsh of margins to decide it. Crown House’s goalkeeper, Amie, resplendent in a bright gold vintage Peñarol top, saved twice, and the crowd erupted.
Crown House Prep School crowned Chatsworth girls football champions! Read More »
Chatsworth Schools announce Happy Space as their expert mental health and wellbeing partner Chatsworth Schools have partnered with Happy Space UK to support all Chatsworth school and nursery pupils with their mental health and wellbeing. The ambitious partnership will immediately benefit thousands of young people’s mental health across the Chatsworth Schools group with a vision
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Chatsworth Schools is delighted to share the news that Highfield Prep School, Maidenhead was rated as EXCELLENT during their recent ISI Inspection. You can read Head, Joanna Leach’s letter to parents below and the full report here. We are very proud of this simply brilliant inspection report and the quality of education and experience that
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Chatsworth Schools featured in Her Majesty The Queen: The Official Platinum Jubilee Pageant Commemorative Album Chatsworth Schools, the award-winning schools group, is delighted to announce that it will be featured in the only official commemorative album that will be published for the Platinum Jubilee Pageant, Her Majesty The Queen: The Official Platinum Jubilee Pageant Commemorative
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Benedict House signs new lease and has big plans to take the school and its students to 2050 and beyond. Chatsworth Schools was delighted for Benedict House Headmaster, Craig Wardle to share the following letter to parents on 8th March ’22 regarding the signing of a new long term lease and the significant redevelopment planned
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We are very much looking forward to the Independent Schools Show this weekend, 13th and 14th November, at the Evolution Centre, Battersea Park. Do come and visit our stand, 213, to hear more about what the Chatsworth Schools Group can offer your child and how we focus on enabling outstanding futures for all our children.
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Mr Craig Wardle has been appointed as the new Head of Benedict House from 1st January 2022. Mr Andrew Forbes, our current Head, will be stepping down at the end of this year (December 2021) and he will continue to work tirelessly for all the children in his charge until he leaves the school. Mr Wardle joins Benedict House from Cleve House School, a co-educational prep
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Today is National Thank a Teacher Day, so we’d like to say a huge heartfelt THANK YOU, to all our incredible Heads, teachers, teaching assistants and support staff at Chatsworth Schools. Your continued hard work, resilience and commitment to the children throughout the past year, is truly awe-inspiring. More than ever, we appreciate your tireless
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The Chatsworth Nursery Heads’ had a fantastic day at Great Tew at their inaugural Nursery Head’s Day. The day was spent focusing on effective leadership and management of a standalone nursery setting. The inspirational Jane Sparrow led an afternoon session to support their mental health and well-being, which was well received by all.
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Chatsworth Schools are excited to announce two fantastic additions to our growing team! Introducing Justine Willmott as our Head of People. A former professional badminton player, national coach with leadership positions in Olympic and Paralympic Sports to name a few. A passion for human potential and helping people be the best they can be. We
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Inspired by Captain Tom, Chatsworth Schools is proud to support The Captain Tom Foundation by taking part in the Captain Tom 100. Our Schools and Nurseries did an amazing job to help raise money for this worthwhile cause. Some brilliant ideas, team work and happy children who rose to the many challenges! Together we can
Chatsworth Schools are delighted to announce the rebrand of three Oxfordshire nurseries. The previously known Tiny Toes Day Nurseries and Pre-Schools Group located in Abingdon, Steventon and Wallingford have been rebranded to the Chatsworth Schools Duchess Nurseries brand. They will now be called Duchess Nursery Abingdon, Duchess Nursery Steventon and Duchess Nursery Wallingford. The nurseries
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Chatsworth schools are pleased to welcome Clemmie Stewart as our new Director of Learning and Teaching. Starting in September, we look forward to Clemmie joining the team and helping us to enable outstanding futures for all of our children within the Chatsworth family. She brings with her a wealth of educational experiences including research-based innovation alongside
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Jo from Highfield Prep School, Maidenhead has been awarded this week’s Chatsworth Schools Unsung Hero Award. We are am delighted to recognise the immeasurable contribution you make to the school community and the children in your care. Jo has been with the key worker girls from the start and has managed to support them. All
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At the start of this term Valency from the Village Prep School was, as always, down to be helping the Lower School (Lower and Upper I) with their work as their Classroom Assistant. However, because of Covid factors, she was asked to come in and be assistant to the Early Years, as their assistant was
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Our Reception TA, Pilar Garea is just brilliant; she is the first in school each day and the kind of person that puts her hand up for anything. She typifies the heart and soul of the school and the best colleague that you could wish for. She doesn’t value her worth anywhere near as much as
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Due to our continued growth and developments we are looking for a HEAD of PEOPLE Are you a people person? Do you have integrity and passion ? Are you resilient ? Do you get the giggles and have a great sense of humour? Are you ambitious? Are you kind ? Does the future of the
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Matt is our site manager. He is always around the school making sure that it is safe for us to learn and play. Everyday, he comes in at the crack of dawn and makes sure that the building and grounds are free of dangers. During COVID Matt has had extra responsibilities, he has made sure
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Robert Ferguson from Benedict House Prep School would like to honour the memory of Captain Sir Tom Moore by continuing his fantastic fundraising effort for the NHS. In these difficult times, Captain Sir Tom Moore showed great perseverance and courage. Just two of the values we hold dear at school and we would like to
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The word ‘No’ does not exist in Nalini’s vocabulary!… Amongst her work as Marketing Manager at Hall School Wimbledon, she goes above and beyond to help every member of the school community in a variety of roles. Whether it be a parent seeking an answer to a query, a staff member asking a favour or
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Alison is our Pre-School teacher at Benedict House Prep School in Sidcup, Kent. Each Autumn Term she takes in children with a cast array of abilities from many differing backgrounds and turns them into little people. This year has been exceptionally challenging as the Pre-School children had missed six months in any educational setting. When
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Welcome to The Chatsworth Schools Challenge Each week Chatsworth Schools will be running a fun challenge where our pupils can participate and win a weekly prize. Challenges will be creative, musical, technical, sporty or something else…..? This is a fun initiative that we hope will provide some added inspiration and engagement during these challenging times.
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Chatsworth Schools announced today the appointment of Mrs Sarah Hobby as the new Headteacher of Crown House Preparatory School in Buckinghamshire. Mrs Hobby recently completed the Chatsworth Schools Leadership Training Programme and is the first graduate of the course to become a Headteacher. The Chatsworth Schools Leadership Training Programme is a research-based training course
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On Sunday, 22nd November, Benedict House Preparatory School were ranked 14th nationally in the Sunday Times “Top Independent Schools” league table based on their Year 6 SATS scores. This is up from 33rd in 2019. This is a huge achievement and we are so proud of their success.
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To be part of an amazing team which has, in such a short space of time, had real, tangible , positive impacting and across a growing family of schools is my truest honour . With over 300 members who , daily, go above and beyond – sprinkling fairy dust, providing real opportunities and challenges whilst
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Chatsworth Schools is pleased to announce the acquisition of Tiny Toes Day Nurseries, three nurseries for 0-5 year olds located in Oxfordshire. Tiny Toes provide children with a family orientated, fun and safe environment where every child is nurtured and encouraged to achieve their full potential. Commenting on the news, Anita Gleave, Founder and CEO
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Happy New School Year! To all our Chatsworth families, our children and our staff, we not only welcome you back but wish you the best of years ahead.
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In the midst of a global crisis, Chatsworth Schools wanted to inspire its children to think big and dream big, so they partnered with the award-winning education company 7billionideas to launch a competition called #ChatsworthIDEAS2020. In the first week of home schooling, pupils in Years 3-6, across all Chatsworth schools had the opportunity to generate
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Further to the requirement of the Department of Education, Chatsworth Schools has closed our schools and nurseries with immediate effect. We will be doing our upmost to support our parents who are key workers as defined by the Government. Working together is an essential part of our national effort to combat this disease. We cannot
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A number of Year 6 Highfield Preparatory School girls are celebrating after passing their senior school exams to the Abbey, the Marist, Heathfield, Queen Anne’s and Pipers Corner. Between them, the girls managed to achieve 9 scholarships – 3 academic, 2 music, 2 drama, 1 sport and 1 art. Headteacher Mrs Leach said ‘We are
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We are delighted to announce that The Village Prep School has received an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted Report, following its inspection in February. This comes immediately after our Third Form girls achieved their ‘best ever’ results in the 11+ exams which in itself was a tremendous accomplishment. Founder and CEO of Chatsworth Schools, Anita Gleave wrote; “I
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Congratulations to the Third Form girls (Y6) at The Village Prep School who have achieved fantastic results in the 11+ exams today. Thirty-nine offers for eleven girls; of which five academic and two sporting scholarships have been offered between them. This is our highest number of scholarships to date. The academic strengths of The Village
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To celebrate their immense contribution to our OFSTED inspection, our girls at The Village Prep School are being treated to ice cream and a movie afternoon! Congratulations to you all- you deserve it.
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On Thursday 6th February we had the pleasure of welcoming entrepreneur and two-time TED Talk Speaker David Harkin to our Support Office in Oxfordshire. David talked us through 7billionideas, the business he founded in 2012 to offer entrepreneurship courses which inspire others to see their ideas become a reality. We are very excited to instill
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Following our acquisition of Beau Peeps in July 2019, Chatsworth Schools has decided to rename the nursery Duchess Nursery, Parsons Green. This change will not affect daily life at the nursery, which will continue to operate as normal with the same staff and the same commitment to giving children the best possible start in life.
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We are delighted to announce that we have completed the acquisition of Highfield Prep in Maidenhead. It is a fantastic girls’ school doing amazing things and we are delighted to welcome the girls, staff and parents to the Chatsworth family… Founder and CEO, Anita Gleave and Director of Operations, Robert Berry met with staff at
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In 2014 Humanitas Charity set up a primary school located in the remote, rural community of Ayensuako in southern Ghana. It forms part of their Education Matters programme. Located three hours drive from the nearest city, the Pre and Primary school welcomes 230+ children, providing them with free full-time education, fresh potable water, a school
On Wednesday 2nd October, Founder and CEO Anita Gleave joined a panel of speakers to discuss the topic “Best in class: Unlocking opportunity in the UK schools market” at the EducationInvestor annual UK Summit, at the London Marriott Grosvenor Square Hotel. We have since been shortlisted for EducationInvestor’s “Market Entrant” award, of which the winner
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We are delighted to announce the rebranding of our Marylebone nursery, which from today will be known as Swinbrook House Nursery School, Marylebone. Swinbrook House Nursery School, Marylebone, formerly known as Marylebone Village Nursery is the first nursery in the Chatsworth Schools Swinbrook House group. This change will not affect daily life at the nursery,
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We have celebrated the new academic year and team building with the new additions to our Chatsworth Schools Family. Our mutual passion for building outstanding futures for our children makes for inspiring teamwork and fuels our desire for success!
Benedict House pupils are making the most of the good weather by enjoying their newly installed playground equipment! The playground at the school has been completely upgraded and the children have been having a huge amount of fun on the new kit which includes balancing…
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Working in partnership with a charity to enable outstanding futures for children who are unable to attend a Chatsworth school has been an important aim for the Chatsworth team since our launch in 2018. We are therefore thrilled to announce the start of a long-term and meaningful relationship between Chatsworth and the charity Humanitas. Humanitas
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