Boarding Boost as Taunton School’s Major Expansion Rises Above Ground Monday, November 3, 2025 boarding expansion taunton construction school development facilities campus education architecture Taunton School, one of Somerset’s premier independent schools, is making significant strides with its ambitious expansion plan, as the new 140-bed boarding house begins to take shape above ground. Having completed the … Read More
Former Army Prosecutor Appointed Chief Operating Officer at Taunton School Thursday, October 23, 2025 law governance education boarding leadership operations taunton army legal management Taunton School, one of the South West’s premier independent schools, has announced the appointment of Jennifer Agnew as its new Chief Operating Officer, effective April 2026. Ms. Agnew brings a distinguished background in … Read More
Private Special Needs School with £64,000 Fees Plans Expansion Amid Rising Demand Wednesday, October 8, 2025 specialneeds education boarding ofsted expansion pupils disabilities curriculum wellbeing staffing Chilton Bridge School, a private boarding institution in Yeovil specialising in education for children with disabilities, is planning a significant expansion. Currently charging fees exceeding £64,000 annually, the school has … Read More
Downside School Embarks on Bold New Era with Plans to Acquire Former Monastery Friday, August 29, 2025 downside monastery boarding education leadership retreat sen nursery heritage expansion Downside School is entering an exciting new chapter as it prepares to acquire the former Monastery from Downside Abbey, aiming to unlock new possibilities for its future growth and sustainability. This strategic move follows … Read More
Taunton School Recognized with Two Independent Schools of the Year Award Nominations Monday, July 28, 2025 taunton independent pre-prep international education awards boarding recognition students schools Taunton School has proudly been shortlisted for two prestigious Independent Schools of the Year awards, highlighting its outstanding achievements in early years education and international student support. The School is … Read More
Three Pupils Electrocuted at Somerset Boarding School Tuesday, May 6, 2025 electrocution millfield somerset boarding accident hse emergency inquest school safety Three pupils at Millfield School in Somerset sustained severe burns after coming into contact with overhead electrical cables at their boarding house on Saturday evening. The incident required urgent medical intervention, … Read More