Business Details
Secondary Education in Cambridge Since 1871
Netherhall School & Sixth Form has been at the forefront of educational excellence in Cambridge since 1871. Our ethos of Inspiring, Individual, and Inclusive education shapes a community where students thrive academically, socially, and personally. We prioritise tailored learning experiences that recognise each student's unique potential, supported by a world-class curriculum and dedicated staff. Our purpose-built facilities foster inspiration, while our inclusive environment promotes tolerance, respect, and mutual growth. Through initiatives like the Netherhall Experiential Week, we provide opportunities for students to explore interests and develop essential life skills.With a focus on academic achievement and character development, we prepare students to become successful, empathetic citizens. Our cashless payment system and ALIS parent intranet platform enhance operational efficiency and communication. As part of Anglian Learning, we maintain rigorous governance and compliance standards. Our attendance policies and pastoral care systems ensure students develop discipline and resilience. With 154 years of heritage, we remain committed to evolving with educational needs while preserving our core values.
Services
Secondary Education
Inclusive Curriculum
Experiential Learning
Parent Intranet Access
Cashless Payments
Pastoral Care
Attendance Monitoring
Online Reporting
Student Safeguarding
Curriculum Development
Highlights and features
- We have 154 years of educational expertise in Cambridge
- Our curriculum is tailored to individual student needs
- We maintain an inclusive environment with zero tolerance for bullying
- Our Netherhall Experiential Week develops practical life skills
- We operate a secure cashless payment system for student convenience
Services
Secondary Education
We provide comprehensive secondary education for students aged 11-16, following a curriculum that balances academic rigor with personal development. Our experienced teachers deliver subject-specific expertise while fostering critical thinking and collaboration skills. The school maintains strong examination results alongside character-building programs.
Inclusive Curriculum
Our curriculum adapts to individual student needs through differentiated instruction and targeted support programs. We identify and nurture each student's strengths while addressing learning challenges through specialist resources and small-group interventions.
Experiential Learning
The annual Netherhall Experiential Week offers immersive learning opportunities through guest speakers, field trips, and skill-building activities. This program develops real-world competencies and encourages students to explore new interests beyond traditional classroom settings.
Parent Intranet Access
Our ALIS system provides parents with real-time access to academic progress, attendance records, and pastoral information. This secure platform enhances home-school communication and enables timely interventions when required.
Cashless Payments
The school operates a cashless catering system that improves efficiency and security. Parents can manage meal payments online, while students benefit from faster service and better dietary tracking through the electronic system.
People
Chris Tooley
Principal
Chris Tooley leads Netherhall School & Sixth Form with a vision for inclusive education that combines academic excellence with personal development. With extensive experience in secondary education leadership, he champions innovative teaching methods and student-centered learning approaches.
Questions
What age groups do you cater to?
We provide education for students aged 11-16, covering Key Stages 3, 4, and post-16 options within our secondary school framework.
How do you support individual learning needs?
Our curriculum adapts to individual requirements through differentiated instruction, specialist support programs, and regular progress monitoring using our ALIS intranet system.
What facilities do you offer?
We have purpose-built classrooms, specialist science labs, art studios, sports facilities, and a dedicated library with digital learning resources.
How do you ensure student safety?
Our safeguarding policies include trained staff, secure site access, regular welfare checks, and collaboration with external agencies to protect student wellbeing.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer sports teams, music ensembles, STEM clubs, and our annual Netherhall Experiential Week featuring guest speakers, field trips, and skill-building workshops.
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