- Location
- County Durham
- Age range
- 4–14
- Attendance
- Day school
About Open Air Education
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Open Air Education offers a distinctive approach to learning that places the natural world at the heart of its curriculum. With a focus on outdoor experien...
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At Open Air Education, we don’t just teach children about the world; we equip them to thrive in it.
Imagine observing children learn by engaging in hands on, feet in experiences. Imagine listening to thoughtful discussions among students. Imagine experiencing education by growing and thriving as whole individuals each day and imagine feeling the joy of being part of a lively community of learners.
Education and school life
- Education levels
- Pre-Prep, Prep
- Age range
- 4–14
- Attendance
- Day school
- Pupil intake
- Co-educational
- School type
- Mainstream
- Headteacher / principal
- Mrs Hannah Atkinson
- Religious ethos
- None listed in this source
- Listed inspectorate
- ISI
Subjects and qualifications
- STEM
- Drama
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- Scholarships / bursaries
- Options not indicated in this record; availability unconfirmed.
Pupil information
- Total pupils
- 14
- Boys
- 8 · 57.14%
- Girls
- 6 · 42.86%
- Pupils receiving SEN support
- 0 · 0%
- Pupils with an EHCP
- 0 · 0%
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Tuition and costs
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| Attendance | GBP · Source period: per term |
|---|---|
| Day | £2,000 |
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What type of school is Open Air Education?
Open Air Education is a co-educational independent mainstream school for pupils aged 4 to 14, located in County Durham. The school offers education from Pre-Prep through to Prep.
How do I apply to Open Air Education?
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The admissions process usually starts well in advance of entry and may involve assessments and interviews. The school admissions timeline guide outlines key stages and deadlines.
What age do pupils join Open Air Education?
Pupils usually join Open Air Education between the ages of 4-14, with some variation depending on the year group.
Is Open Air Education a day or boarding school?
Pupils at Open Air Education can attend as day.
Is Open Air Education selective?
Admissions to Open Air Education are non-selective, with entry based on overall fit and, where relevant, academic assessment.
School location and enquiries
- Street address
- Oakerside Lodge, Castle Eden Dene Nnr, Stanhope Chase
- County
- County Durham
- Region
- North East
- Postcode
- SR8 1NJ
- Country
- United Kingdom
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Enquire about this schoolView the school locationOakerside Lodge, Castle Eden Dene Nnr, Stanhope Chase, County Durham, North East, SR8 1NJSchoolscout directory record ·
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