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Colchester
High school is a name used in some parts of the world, and particularly in North America, to describe the last segment of compulsory secondary education. It is preceded by primary education. High school is also the name used to describe the institution in which the final stage of compulsory education takes place. In the United States, high schools generally consist of grades 9, 10, 11, and 12, although the inclusion of grade 9 varies by school district.
The Colchester school was founded in 1882 as a most desirable establishment for young ladies. It took boys from 1910, with the first Principal, Mr. Groene, stoutly refusing all approaches by the County Education Committee to incorporate the School into its education remit. It has pursued its independent course ever since, despite a spell as a hospital annexe from 1917 to 18 and being strafed in 1941.
Colchester High School is run by its Headmaster and his team of staff, who retains and fosters the unique atmosphere of the school. Colchester High School is a member of the ISA, Independent Schools Association. The School is regularly inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, providing a guarantee of quality. They aim to offer an excellent all round education to ensure each pupil achieves his or her full potential. They want to help their pupils develop into confident, disciplined and enquiring learners. Colchester High school fosters a caring atmosphere in which pupils and teachers are sensitive to the needs of others.
At Colchester High School they encourage all pupils to excel in a number of sports and activities that are on offer both in the curriculum and through Out of School Hours Learning. Particular interest is also paid to pupils who take time to partake in sport outside school. The school participates in a number of sports against other schools, at local, district, regional and national levels, with a great deal of success.
At Colchester High School, their mission is to provide a learning environment where students are challenged to reach their individual potential in the achievement of knowledge and the development of personal, cultural and democratic values essential for future success.
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