Pitsford School

Pitsford is lovely but it’s small, so you either fit in with the limited groups of children or you don’t. It’s not for people who don’t want a close knit and interpersonal community. However, its small size allows for better help from teachers, and more opportunities for trips and events. The teachers are wonderful and almost all have a passion for the subject that they teach.

Some of the downsides are that pitsford doesn’t do some of the more practical subjects as an option academically, DT, drama and food tech are all not an option here, and there is much more focus on the more academic subjects. There is a theatre club thats about the extent of it.

Its safety and behavioural elements are better than public schools, and the environment is friendly and cheerful. Discipline by teachers is not as harsh as a lot of higher cost private schools and as a result year groups can be unruly and a little rebellious, and the school spirit among students although pushed for by teachers is often pretty lacking. However, it’s still a loveable school which you easily can grow attached to.

Overall Pitsford is best for people who want a cosy place for their child’s education- one packed with plenty of opportunities for travel and experiences as-well as teachers, staff and students who will often feel like a second family.

My son was shy and withdrawn and had been bullied at his primary school. I have seen him come on enormously since joining Pitsford. His form tutor really cares and his teachers have got to know him and they give up their own time at break and lunch to help him catch up. He is doing really well know and better than that he is really happy

I used to send my children to another, bigger independent school in the county and its prices have gone up and up and up, while at the same time the quality of teaching and trips have gone down. Coming to Pitsford was fantastic: my children have been to Morocco and Spain on trips, and the staff give so much of their time. The price is very good for the county and worth every penny

This school is utterly abhorrent. My child used to go there and the pastoral side of the school is completely shocking. Absolutely zero help was given against bullying and mental abuse, it was practically allowed to happen, with the common mindset amongst the staff of: "Oh they're just like that". The teachers are, for the most part, all liars. The school in fact did not receive an "Excellent" report from the ISA but it was in actuality, "Good". - Which is shocking to say the least. Teachers have no pastoral training that is worth a damn and even the Deputy head can't do her job correctly. She, rather than trying to help my child by dealing with their abusers, allowed for the abuse to continue by sending my child home as "today might be a hard day for them". Which of course didn't help the situation as the abuse would continue into the online sphere. The staff, rather than using their wits in these situations, whilst seeing children crying from the abuse they are receiving from their peers, don't ever go further than, "there word against yours" Because they just cannot be bothered to A. put in any work. B. Tarnish the school's reputation. It is disgusting that the school seems to encourage an awful environment where children should be able to learn and grow into young adults but they are instead being bullied day in and day out whilst the ones who are supposed to be in charge and keeping the children safe, turn a blind eye.

Furthermore, education-wise, the school is going under. From the GCSE class of 2023 most (if not all) students failed at least one subject. From the A-level class of 2023 none of the students got into their first choice for University. For a school where we have to pay £16000 a year, these results are almost laughable if not for our children's future being at stake.
The staff that they used to have are almost all gone, with the new replacement staff not even lasting a year in some cases. My child had six different English teachers alone in their time at Pitsford. The latest lasting around two terms before he left and the school replaced him with the current Art teacher.
Two teachers left the school because they were being bullied by other members of staff. What does this say about how our children are being brought up? They are being taught to lie, bully and be cruel because their role models are just the same.

Pitsford school is a disgusting excuse for a place of education.

Child started at the end of Junior School and transferred to Senior School. School numbers are too small for pupils to socialise and find others with similar interests and to bond with. School try and force friendships which just cant be done and they micromanage and over analyse friendhips. Child moving to State school for year 8 and I have seen such a positive change in my child with them knowing this.

We moved our child here having had a particularly bad experience in a local state school. The transformation in her has been amazing. She now has more confidence and is doing well in her studies. This is a small school with a family feel, the teachers are excellent and the grounds are amazing. The school focuses on the individual strengths of each pupil and brings the best out in them. My son will be attending from this September and I would not hesitate to recommend the school, well worth the investment.

I left Pitsford two years ago and I am still grateful that they helped me so much when I applied to Uni. I did not know what I wanted to do or where I wanted to go and the teachers from my tutor to the head were so kind and helpful. They raised my sights and gave me so much help with the application. I know I would not have gotten to where I am without them. A great school.

I am studying for my GCSEs and Pitsford School arranged for me and my mates to get revision during the Easter holidays for free. The teachers gave up their own time to do it and it made a great difference to where I am with my studying for the exams. The revision classes were great and the teachrs really care. I can't believe how involved and eager to help the staff here are. I am lucky to be here.

We have been really pleased with Pitsford as a school, it was the right choice for our child. The pastoral care is outstanding and the staff are so supportive of the children’s learning. The opportunities to undertake activities and to develop responsibility are endless. My child really enjoys school, it has allowed them to have a relaxed and enjoyable approach to their education and they have not had to grow up too quickly.

Pitsford has so much bang for its buck. My child (who has been through Junior and into Senior School) has benefited from the really caring teachers, small classes and incredible clubs. The staff, from the Head down, are really approachable and know every child and it is a real family experience. Some friends sent their children to other independent schools in the county and they are amazed when I describe what my child has got from their school. A wonderful place.

The wraparound care at Pitsford is second to none. Me and my husband both work and need to be able to drop off the kids early and collect late. There are always senior leaders there first thing and last thing, always willing to chat and my children are safe and well-fed. The activities they do at night (football for my son, dance for my daughter!) are excellent and they love them. And they are in the fee. A lovely school, very satisfied.

The site is magnificent. The main building is a gorgeous manor house, the grounds are scultped like Stowe's (but here the children have free rein) and the classrooms are all modern and done up. And separate science buildings! What a beautiful park to come and learn in. My children love it and they are very lucky!

My children have been very happy at Pitsford School. They have got amazing help from their teachers (extra sessions after school to build confidence in subjects) and the activities are great. And part of the fee! A very safe and happy environment.

Went down hill for me and didn't enjoy school as it was all about results and nothing about me as a person. I felt I was treated like a child not a growing teenager so I moved to Bosworth who have a much more forward thinking outlook on teaching.

Really great school. It is small with a family feel and every student is known by every teacher. The school goes way above and beyond with its pastoral care and when we were locked down, live lessons and pastoral meetings kept us all sane. I would recommend to everyone

Shabby buildings, broken equipment, falling pupil numbers when other schools pupil roll is growing speak for themselves.

Excellent supportive environment. My children have thrived in the Junior School. Pastoral support is really good and each child is treated as an individual. My kids love all the extra curricular clubs especially Cookery!

Loads of space outside for all the children to play on and they seem to be encouraged to be outside a lot which we like.

it was ok until this school year

Wrongly accused multiple times, threatened with expulsion and shouted at so so many times for simply getting a question wrong the teachers are mostly horrible and some don’t even specialise in their subject on the other hand some teachers especially the PE department english department and languages teachers are some of the sweetest people I have ever met and treat you as family from day one I will truely miss them.

Is a very good school and supportive. Although very expensive and refused to refund for lost time due to covid. Is very friendly and welcoming. Like a family as its so small.