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# Longacre School

Co-educational Prep School in Guilford, Surrey

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## News

- [News & Events](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/?page_id=122) - Stay up-to-date with our latest news here.
- [Young Voices 2026 at The O2 – A Night to Remember for Longacre Prep Choir](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2026/03/03/young-voices-2026-at-the-o2-a-night-to-remember-for-longacre-prep-choir/) - Longacre School’s Prep Choir performed at Young Voices 2026 at The O2 Arena, showcasing music education, confidence and teamwork.
- [Longacre School Wins LTA Surrey Tennis School of the Year 2026](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2026/02/25/longacre-school-wins-lta-surrey-tennis-school-of-the-year-2026/) - Longacre School in Surrey has been named LTA Surrey Tennis School of the Year 2026, recognising excellence in inclusive tennis coaching and development.
- [The Benefits of Forest School for Early Childhood Development](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2026/01/22/the-benefits-of-forest-school-for-early-childhood-development/) - Discover how Forest School supports early childhood development by fostering confidence, creativity, social skills, and a love of learning. Learn how children at Longacre benefit from hands-on outdoor experiences.
- [How Prep Schools Foster Emotional Intelligence in the Early Years](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2026/01/15/how-prep-schools-foster-emotional-intelligence-in-the-early-years/) - Discover how prep schools nurture emotional intelligence in young children. From pastoral care to play-based learning, Longacre supports confidence, empathy and resilience from the early years.
- [Why Prep Schools Provide the Best Start for Future Success](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2026/01/09/why-prep-schools-provide-the-best-start-for-future-success/) - A Strong Foundation for Learning and Character Choosing the right school at the start of a child’s educational journey can shape not only their academic progress, but their confidence, wellbeing and future success. Increasingly, parents are turning to prep schools because they provide a carefully balanced blend of academic rigour, pastoral care and opportunities beyond Discover why prep schools provide the best start for children, offering strong academics, pastoral care and opportunities that support future success.
- [Make Varenyky at home](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2025/12/07/make-varenyky-at-home/) - As part of our Christmas Advent Calendar celebrations, one of our Year 6 pupils shared a treasured Ukrainian family tradition: making varenyky together during the festive season. To help families join in and experience this heart-warming tradition at home, we’ve shared a simple recipe below — perfect for a cosy afternoon in the kitchen. Ingredients
- [The Importance of Building Strong Academic Foundations in Primary Education](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2025/12/04/the-importance-of-building-strong-academic-foundations-in-primary-education/) - A child’s educational journey is built step by step — and the earliest steps matter most. Primary education lays the groundwork for all future learning, shaping not only academic skills but also confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. When strong foundations are established during these formative years, pupils are better equipped to thrive Discover why strong academic foundations in primary education matter and how early skills, confidence, and wellbeing shape long-term success.
- [How Prep Schools Prepare Children for Senior School](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2025/11/28/how-prep-schools-prepare-children-for-senior-school/) - Choosing the right educational path is one of the most important decisions parents make during the early years. For many families, prep schools provide the ideal foundation — offering a blend of academic challenge, pastoral guidance and tailored support that helps children flourish not only now, but throughout their senior school journey and beyond. In Discover how prep schools build strong academic, social and emotional foundations to prepare children for a confident, successful transition to senior school.
- [The Importance of Play-Based Learning in the Early Years](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2025/11/20/the-importance-of-play-based-learning-in-the-early-years/) - Play-based learning is a cornerstone of early childhood education, offering children the opportunity to explore, experiment, and make sense of the world around them. Far from being “just play,” these activities foster critical skills that lay the foundation for lifelong learning. Independent schools often champion this approach, creating environments where curiosity, confidence, and creativity thrive. Discover how play-based learning supports social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development in early years. Learn why it prepares children for academic success and fosters a lifelong love of learning.
- [Creating a Love of Learning Through a Nurturing Environment](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2025/11/14/creating-a-love-of-learning-through-a-nurturing-environment/) - A child’s early experiences with education play a vital role in shaping their lifelong attitude towards learning. One of the most effective ways to inspire curiosity, confidence, and resilience is through a nurturing learning environment that balances academic challenge with emotional support. Why a Nurturing Environment Matters Children thrive when they feel safe, valued, and Discover how a nurturing environment helps children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Explore the benefits of small class sizes, inspiring teachers, and holistic learning experiences.
- [How Prep Schools Support Children’s Mental Health and Wellbeing](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2025/11/07/how-prep-schools-support-childrens-mental-health-and-wellbeing/) - Children’s mental health and wellbeing are increasingly recognised as vital to their overall development and academic success. Prep schools play a unique role in fostering emotional resilience, confidence, and a sense of belonging — helping children thrive both in and out of the classroom. From structured pastoral care to nurturing classroom environments, prep schools provide Discover how prep schools support children’s mental health and wellbeing through pastoral care, small classes, outdoor learning, and creative enrichment.
- [How Prep Schools Support Children from Nursery to Year 6](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2025/10/23/how-prep-schools-support-children-from-nursery-to-year-6/) - Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. For many families, a prep school offers the perfect environment — one that nurtures curiosity, builds confidence, and supports children every step of the way from Nursery through to Year 6. Prep schools provide a carefully structured journey through Discover the benefits of prep school education — from nurturing confidence and curiosity in early years to helping children thrive through Year 6 and beyond.
- [The Benefits of Small Class Sizes in Early Education](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2025/10/15/the-benefits-of-small-class-sizes-in-early-education/) - Discover how small class sizes in early education support confidence, individual learning, and strong teacher-child relationships at Longacre School.
- [Independent vs State Primary Schools in Surrey: How to Choose the Right School for Your Child](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2025/10/09/independent-vs-state-primary-schools-in-surrey-how-to-choose-the-right-school-for-your-child/) - Thinking about an independent school or state primary school in Surrey? Discover the differences and how to choose the best school for your child's learning.
- [Bridewell AI - Future Proofing Every Pupil’s Education](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2025/04/23/bridewell-ai-future-proofing-every-pupils-education/) - In 2024 we embarked on an exciting journey to harness Artificial Intelligence, working with university partners, researchers and pioneering experts in this field to empower Bridewell pupils with advanced skills to thrive and do good in our rapidly changing world. We aim to harness AI in support of Bridewell’s historic mission: to do good, be inclusive,
- [Exciting new half-term Holiday Activity Camp comes to Longacre!](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2025/04/17/exciting-new-half-term-holiday-activity-camp-comes-to-longacre/) - Transforming school holidays into action-packed adventures Let’s Leap offers a HUGE range of activities including Go Karting, Swimming, Fencing, Animal Shows, Forest School, Nerf Tag and more! Running from Tuesday 27th May – Friday 30th May, Let’s Leap offers flexible childcare options for children aged 4 – 12 years whether you’re looking for a day
- [Life and Learning in KS1 at Longacre – 19th March](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2024/03/12/life-and-learning-in-ks1-at-longacre-19th-march/) - On Tuesday 19th March, Longacre will be holding the first Life and Learning in Key Stage 1 event, giving families the chance to meet with our exceptional teachers and discover the engaging learning experiences available for boys and girls in KS1 at Longacre. Starting at 4:30pm, our KS1 teachers and Head of Pre-Prep will give
- [Margot Wells Wellfit Running Master Class comes to Longacre](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2024/01/31/margot-wells-wellfit-running-master-class-comes-to-longacre/) - In a recent session on Tuesday, 30th January, Margot led the children through a series of exercises designed to foster better connections and coordination within the body.
- [Life in Reception – 7th March 2024](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2024/02/13/life-in-reception-7th-march-2024/) - On Thursday 7th March, Longacre will be holding the first ‘Life in Reception’ event, giving families the opportunity to meet with our outstanding teachers
- [7th October Longacre School Joins The Bridewell Royal Hospital Foundation](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2024/10/07/7th-october-longacre-school-joins-the-bridewell-royal-hospital-foundation/) - We are delighted that Longacre School will join King Edward’s and Barrow Hills within the Bridewell Royal Hospital Foundation.
- [Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation Bronze Award](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2023/05/19/coram-shakespeare-schools-foundation-bronze-award/) - Following 3+ years of involvement with the Coram Shakespeare Schools’ Foundation, we are delighted to announce that Longacre School has been presented with the Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation Bronze Award.
- [U11 / U10 Guildford Hockey Club Tournament Match Report](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2024/01/18/u11-u10-guildford-hockey-club-tournament-match-report/) - On a bitterly cold Monday afternoon, the U11/U10 A and B teams embarked on a journey to Charterhouse for the Guildford Hockey Club Tournament.
- [Longacre children achieve outstanding results in Reading and Spelling](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2024/03/05/longacre-children-achieve-outstanding-results-in-reading-and-spelling/) - The question many parents ask themselves is what makes a school special.
- [Form VI trip to Henley Fort](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/09/15/form-vi-trip-to-henley-fort-3/) - Last Monday, the Form VI children set out on a day trip to Henley Fort in Guildford, to experience what life might have been like for the local civil defence during World War II.
- [PTA Summer Ball](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/07/07/pta-summer-ball/) - On a perfect summer’s evening over 200 Longacre staff and parents attended the legendary Summer Ball!
- [Longacre Announces Appointment of New Head](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/07/08/longacre-announces-appointment-of-new-head-4/) - The Board of Governors is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Matthew Bryan as the new Head of Longacre School.
- [In Kindergarten this week](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/09/14/in-kindergarten-this-week/) - This week in Kindergarten the children became super heroes. Their special power was super human hearing and listening.
- [Reception Trip to Alice Holt Forest](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/09/18/reception-trip-to-alice-holt-forest-2/) - On Thursday Reception parents and children joined forces to spend an activity filled morning in Alice Holt Forest.
- [Kindergarten Teddy Bear's Picnic](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/09/22/kindergarten-teddy-bears-picnic-2/) - On Thursday Kindergarten hosted their annual Teddy Bear's Picnic. Mums, dads, grannies and nannies joined the children for a picnic in the Kindergarten playground.
- [Challenge Club](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/09/22/challenge-club-2/) - During the summer holidays 10 new Micro:Bits arrived on my desk, I excitedly opened the package and got tinkering!
- [Lanesborough U7 Football Tournament](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/09/27/lanesborough-u7-football-tournament/) - On Saturday 23rd September Mr Blewitt took a talented side of seven Form II boys to play against six other schools at Lanesborough’s Football Tournament.
- [British Indoor Skiing Championship](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/09/27/british-indoor-skiing-championship/) - On Monday 25th September Longacre's Ski Team travelled up to The Snow Centre in Hemel Hempstead to compete in the British Independent Schools Skiing Indoor Championships.
- [Royal Academy Portrait Workshop](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/09/29/royal-academy-portrait-workshop/) - Our Form VI pupils were lucky enough to have the Royal Academy come to visit us on Tuesday with a day of charcoal workshops on portraiture.
- [Form I Trip to Brooklands Museum](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/10/02/form-i-trip-to-brooklands-museum-3/) - On Friday 29th September the Form I children visited Brooklands Transport Museum as part of their topic "Wings and Wheels".
- [Form V Trip to Portsmouth Dockyard](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/10/16/form-v-trip-to-portsmouth-dockyard/) - Our trip to Portsmouth was brilliant! We started in our classroom that we would have for the day.
- [Form II Trip to St Paul's Cathedral](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/10/06/form-ii-trip-to-st-pauls-cathedral-2/) - The Fire of London has ignited the imagination of the boys and girls in Form II.
- [Drama Masters Visit The Globe](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/10/16/drama-masters-visit-the-globe/) - The day dawned fair as our band of travelling thespians verily sallied forth to Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre on Bankside.
- [King Edward's Orchestral Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/10/16/king-edwards-orchestral-day/) - Some of our Longacre music students enjoyed a thoroughly intensive musical day at King Edwards Witley on Thursday.
- [U9 Girls Netball Masterclass at Worth School](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/11/13/u9-girls-netball-master-class-at-worth-school/) - Some of the U9 girls were lucky enough to be invited to attend a netball coaching masterclass at Worth School on Thursday.
- [Guildford Book Festival](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/10/18/guildford-book-festival/) - We are very privileged at Longacre School to be part of the Guildford Book Festival, in conjunction with Waterstones.
- [Form II Parents' Taster Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/11/03/form-ii-parents-taster-day/) - The Form II "Woodland Warriors" were joined by a bunch of parental new recruits at the Taster Day Forest School session on Friday and everyone had a fabulous time.
- [Remembrance Service](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/11/12/remembrance-service/) - As quiet as church mice, the Longacre school community gathered together on Thursday morning to mark our annual Service of Remembrance with the Rev Sally officiating.
- [Longacre Listed in the Sunday Times Top 100 Independent Preparatory Schools](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/11/20/longacre-listed-in-the-sunday-times-top-100-independent-preparatory-schools/) - Longacre School has been listed in the Sunday Times table of the Top 100 Independent Preparatory Schools in England published on Sunday 19th November.
- [Epsom College Creative Writing Masterclass](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/02/23/epsom-college-creative-writing-masterclass/) - On Wednesday, the Form V children were invited to Epsom College for a creative writing masterclass.
- [U11 Boys Rugby Masterclass](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/01/18/u11-rugby-masterclass/) - The U11 Boys were extremely lucky to have the expertise of a former England and British Lions rugby coach this week during their games session.
- [Scholarship Success](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/03/05/scholarship-success/) - We are extremely proud of our Form VI pupils who are celebrating outstanding 11+ exam results this year.
- [IAPS Ski Championships](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/03/13/iaps-ski-championships-2/) - Congratulations to the Longacre Ski Team who competed in the IAPS Ski Championship in Passo Tonale, Italy this week.
- [William Sitwell opens new dining room](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/04/18/william-sitwell-opens-longacres-new-dining-room/) - Longacre School welcomed William Sitwell, writer, presenter, MasterChef critic and editor of Waitrose Food magazine, to officially open the school’s new dining room on Wednesday, 18th April.
- [King Edward's Choral Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/05/01/king-edwards-choral-day/) - The Longacre Chamber Choir enjoyed a full day of singing at King Edward School's Choral Day on Friday 27th April.
- [Sports Masterclass at Reed's School](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/05/08/sports-masterclass-at-reeds-school/) - Longacre's gifted and talented sports children had a mesmerising day at Reed’s School on Tuesday 8th May.
- [Tennis Masterclass](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/06/11/tennis-masterclass/) - The children in Form I and Form IV were very lucky to have Tennis Masterclasses this week with Nigel Allingham.
- [Author Sophy Henn visits Longacre](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/01/16/author-visit-sophy-henn/) - Author and illustrator Sophy Henn visited us on Tuesday and did a series of excellent presentations to the children up to Form IV.
- [Charity Day for Mane Chance Sanctuary](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/02/19/19476/) - For our Hastings Charity Day in February the children came to school dressed as cowboys, cowgirls, jockeys, horses, donkeys and even a llama (!) to raise money for our chosen charity,
- [Churcher's College Rugby Sevens Tournament](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/02/25/churchers-college-rugby-sevens-tournament/) - In February Longacre took part in the Churcher's College Rugby Sevens tournament.
- [Reception Trip to South Downs Planetarium](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/02/28/reception-trip-to-south-downs-planetarium/) - In February the Reception children blasted off on their rocket (coach) to the South Downs Planetarium. The children were all star-struck when entering the big dome and they sat beautifully to watch the night sky appear above their heads. They learned about star constellations, the solar system, the International Space Station and the Moon and
- [Form I Trip to Brooklands Museum](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/03/01/form-i-trip-to-brooklands-museum/) - The Form I children visited Brooklands Museum this term as part of their ‘Wings & Wheels’ topic. They were fascinated to see the displays of old vehicles, from 'Daisy' the first car to ride round the Brooklands track, to Formula 1 racing cars. They saw every type of bike from penny-farthings to speed racing bikes
- [Form III Trip to The Lookout Discovery Centre](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/03/04/form-iii-trip-to-the-lookout-centre/) - The Form III children had an exciting day out to the Lookout Discovery Centre in Bracknell.
- [Coronavirus Update](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/04/16/coronavirus-update-16th-april-2020/) - In response to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, Longacre School will be providing our education remotely until further notice.
- [11+ Success](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/06/18/11-success/) - We are extremely proud of all our Form VI pupils who are once again celebrating outstanding 11+ exam results this year.
- [Longacre Shortlisted in the Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2020](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/06/25/19801/) - We are thrilled to announce that Longacre has been shortlisted in the Independent Schools of the Year Awards in the Community Outreach Category.
- [Bees Arrive at Longacre](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/09/11/bees-arrive-at-longacre/) - Over the summer our groundsman, Mr Cox established a few beehives on the school site. This week, Year 6 were lucky to be the first year group to visit our Longacre bees. The children were very excited to discover that they would all be wearing bee suits as their protective gear and showed great commitment
- [Year 6 trip to Henley Fort](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/09/24/year-6-trip-to-henley-fort/) - Year 6 spent a very warm day visiting Henley Fort. We discovered that it was a Victorian fort that was built in the 19th century to protect London from the French. We came to visit as it was used in World War II for the Surrey Home Guard Headquarters as a re-supply depot. First of
- [Kindergarten Empty Classroom Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/09/24/kindergarten-empty-classroom-day/) - Kindergarten had a fantastic Empty Classroom Day!
- [Fresh Thinking Podcast](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/10/07/20290/) - Longacre School's Headmaster, Matthew Bryan was interviewed on the Fresh Thinking podcast this week. Click here to hear his thoughts about the changing nature of the parent-school relationship and whether the rise of virtual parents' evenings and the live streaming of concerts is something which will continue long after the pandemic.
- [Independent School of the Year 2020 for Community Outreach](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2020/10/08/winner-independent-school-of-the-year-2020-for-community-outreach/) - We are thrilled to announce that Longacre has been chosen as joint winner of the Independent School of the Year 2020 for Community Outreach.
- [Wildlife Webcam in the Woods](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/01/15/wildlife-webcam-in-the-woods/) - The new web camera purchased by our Green Team has been installed in the woods and is picking up some wonderful images of Longacre's nocturnal wildlife. So far we have spotted badgers (we saw three having a chase!), squirrels, rabbits, a fox, a pheasant and many, many birds. A big thank you to the Green Team
- [Home Learning Highlights Week 1](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/01/16/home-learning-highlights-week-1/) - Please click on the video link below to see the highlights from this week's home learning.
- [Home Learning Highlights Week 2](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/01/23/home-learning-highlights-week-2/) - Please click on the video link below to see the highlights from this week's home learning.
- [Home Learning Highlights Week 3](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/01/30/home-learning-highlights-week-3/) - Please click on the video link below to see the highlights from this week's home learning.
- [Home Learning Highlights Week 4](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/02/06/home-learning-highlights-week-4/) - Please click on the video link below to see the highlights from this week's home learning.
- [Home Learning Highlights Week 5](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/02/13/home-learning-highlights/) - Please click on the video link below to see the highlights from this week's home learning.
- [New video launch](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/02/13/new-video-launch/) - We are very excited to announce the launch of our new school video.
- [Home Learning Highlights Week 6](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/02/28/home-learning-highlights-week-6/) - Please click on the video link below to see the highlights from this week's home learning
- [Home Learning Highlights Week 7](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/03/07/home-learning-highlights-week-7/) - Please click on the video link below to see the highlights from this week's home learning.
- [Science Week](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/03/12/science-week/) - On Monday the children in Years 3- 6 had the pleasure of watching the National Farmers’ Union workshop: ‘Lambing Live!’
- [11+ Success](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/03/17/11-success-2/) - We are extremely proud of all our Form VI pupils who are once again celebrating outstanding 11+ exam results this year.
- [Nursery Empty Classroom Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/04/29/nursery-empty-classroom-day/) - On Tuesday it was the Nursery children's turn to enjoy their Empty Classroom Day.
- [Form IV Trip to Farnham Museum](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/04/30/form-iv-trip-to-farnham-museum/) - On Wednesday the Form IV children enjoyed a fantastic Tudor day at Farnham Museum. The day started when the children arrived in their Tudor costumes; we had princes and princesses and rich and poor children from Tudor times. The children all looked fantastic and it really set the day off well. When we arrived at
- [Form III Empty Classroom Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/05/07/form-iii-empty-classroom-day/) - The Form III children had a fantastic time on their Empty Classroom Day on Wednesday. They started off by collecting some firewood ready to use later on. The first lesson of the day was maths where the children collaborated in pairs to find the perimeter of objects around the woods, using their own measurements such
- [Form I Empty Classroom Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/05/14/form-i-empty-classroom-day/) - Well, we thought Form I had lucked out having our Empty Classroom Day in the summer term, but the day dawned cloudy and grey, uh oh!
- [Form VI Trip to Cobnor](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/05/14/form-vi-trip-to-cobnor/) - The Year VI children have had a wonderful time on their week away in Cobnor – what a week and we were blessed with (mainly) good weather. The children took part in so many brilliant activities including climbing, Aeroball, initiative exercises, low ropes, bushcraft, sailing, canoeing, kayaking and raft building. The teachers got stuck in
- [Form V trip to Cobnor](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/05/14/form-v-trip-to-cobnor/) - What a week Form V had at Cobnor Activity Centre in the beautiful Chichester Harbour.
- [Form IV trip to Lodge Hill](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/05/14/form-iv-trip-to-lodge-hill/) - The Form IV children had a wonderful time at Lodge Hill Activity Centre in Pulborough this week.
- [Form III Trip to Lodge Hill](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/05/14/form-iii-trip-to-lodge-hill/) - The Form III children had such a super time at Lodge Hill. On Day 1 they were tasked with building a shelter in teams that would protect them from all weathers.
- [Form V Trip to Legoland](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/05/21/form-v-trip-to-legoland/) - Last Thursday (20th May) we were very excited for Form V to once again visit Legoland Windsor as part of the computing curriculum. The children took part in a Lego ‘Robotics’ workshop, building and programming their own interactive model before having time to enjoy the park. Here are Emily and Tommy’s thoughts on the day:
- [Form VI visit to Sandhurst Copse](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/05/24/2591/) - The Form VI children have been learning all about their local habitat in cross curricular science/geography lessons this term.
- [Form I Visit to Brooklands Museum](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/05/25/2597/) - Form I had a super trip to Brooklands Museum on Monday. The children were all impeccably behaved and listened eagerly and asked lots of great questions. We looked at the modes of transport that have developed over the years such as cars, bicycles and planes. The children were lucky enough to board a Concorde too.
- [Talking Heads at Longacre](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2023/03/06/talking-heads-at-longacre/) - Making the decision as to which Senior School you send your child to is a huge step.
- [New yurt](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/09/30/new-yurt/) - This week has seen the initial unveiling of the new Yurt.
- [Windlesham House Maths Challenge](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/09/30/windlesham-house-maths-challenge/) - On Monday, four of our Form VI mathematicians went to Windlesham House.
- [Longacre judged 'Excellent' in ISI inspection](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/09/07/longacre-judged-excellent-in-isi-inspection/) - It is my enormous pleasure to share our latest ISI inspection report.
- [Independent School of the Year Awards](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/07/06/independent-school-of-the-year-awards/) - We are very proud to announce that Longacre has been shortlisted for the Independent School of the Year Awards 2022.
- [Whole School Trip](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/07/07/whole-school-trip/) - Pupils and staff from Form I to Form VI enjoyed wonderful weather and a balmy sea on the whole school trip.
- [Form VI Production](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/07/07/form-vi-production/) - Form VI presented an unusual take on the traditional tale of Cinderella to a delighted audience last week.
- [11+ Results](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/06/23/11-results/) - We are extremely proud of all our Form VI pupils who are once again celebrating outstanding 11+ exam results.
- [Nursery Empty Classroom Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/06/13/nursery-empty-classroom-day-2/) - The Nursery children enjoyed a glorious pirate-themed Empty Classroom Day on Monday.
- [Waverley Tennis Festival](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/06/16/waverley-tennis-festival/) - Longacre was represented for the first time at the Waverley Tennis Skills Festival.
- [Year 3 Sayers Croft Residential](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/06/14/year-3-sayers-croft-residential/) - Year 3 were very excited to set off on their first residential trip to Sayers Croft.
- [Shamley Green Village Fete](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/06/13/shamley-green-village-fete-2/) - The Shamley Green village fête last Saturday was the biggest yet.
- [Watch Music Week](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/06/17/watch-music-week/) - The music department have had a brilliant couple of weeks.
- [Finalist in the Muddy Stilettos Best School Awards](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/04/28/3744/) - We are very excited to announce that Longacre has been shortlisted as a Finalist in Muddy Stilettos.
- [Year 4 Trip to East Head](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/06/09/year-4-trip-to-east-head/) - Year 4 really enjoyed their visit to East Head on Wednesday and we were lucky that the rain held off.
- [Year 5 trip to Land & Wave](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/06/08/year-5-trip-to-land-wave/) - Year 5 gathered the week before summer half term to set off!
- [Year 6 trip to France](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/06/06/year-6-trip-to-france/) - Excitement for the France trip was palpable from the Year 6's and Mrs Edwards.
- [Form III Visit to the Victorian Schoolroom](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/05/26/form-iii-visit-to-the-victorian-schoolroom/) - On Wednesday Form III arrived at school suitably dressed for an exciting day at the Victorian schoolroom in Guildford.
- [Form I Trip to Bocketts Farm Park](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/05/26/form-i-trip-to-bocketts-farm-park/) - Form I had a wonderful visit to Bocketts Farm Park on Wednesday.
- [Form II Visit to Sayers Croft](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/05/27/form-ii-visit-to-sayers-croft/) - The Form II children had an amazing time learning all about the life cycle of flowers at Sayers Croft this week.
- [Year 6 visit to Metro Bank](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/05/13/year-6-visit-to-metro-bank/) - The most important parts of the Independence Days are that children are in positions where they need to make choices.
- [Year 5 Trip to Legoland](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/05/13/3785/) - On Thursday, Year 5 went to Legoland Windsor. We started our visit with a brilliant workshop!
- [Year 6 Trip to Warner Bros Studios](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/05/13/year-6-trip-to-warner-bros-studios/) - On Wednesday, Year 6 finally got to reap all the rewards for their Severus-ly hard work in English.
- [SATIPS & IAPS Skiing Competition](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/05/10/satips-iaps-skiing-competition/) - Sam B and Thomas S in Form VI represented Longacre at the SATIPS and IAPS skiing.
- [Masterclass with British Tennis legends](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/05/09/masterclass-with-british-tennis-legends/) - We were very lucky to have two British tennis legends visiting Longacre today.
- [Form IV trip to Farnham Museum](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/05/06/form-iv-trip-to-farnham-museum-2/) - The Form IV children enjoyed a fantastic Tudor day on Wednesday.
- [Author Visit Lucy Reynolds](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/04/28/author-visit-lucy-reynolds/) - The children from Nursery to Form I were enthralled by author Lucy Reynolds' visit on Wednesday.
- [Easter ski trip to Artesina, Italy](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/04/27/easter-ski-trip-to-artesina-italy/) - How our Easter ski trip unfolders with 26 of our students and 4 staff members.
- [Welcome to our new Chef](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/04/27/welcome-to-our-new-chef/) - A very warm welcome to our new school chef, Simeon.
- [Form IV Production - Plastic Pirates](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/28/form-iv-production-plastic-pirates/) - After a delay due to high winds and scurvy (aka COVID) the Plastic Pearl took to the high seas of the Palmer Hall.
- [Science Week 2022](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/25/science-week-2022/) - Longacre Science Week 2022 had a medicine theme and was full of many interesting talks and activities for the children.
- [Christ's Hospital Maths Challenge](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/25/christs-hospital-maths-challenge-2/) - On Wednesday, Reuben, Bryony, Sebastian and Amy in Form V proudly represented Longacre.
- [King Edward's Orchestral Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/24/3606/) - After the disappointment of cancellations and postponements of the last few orchestral days...
- [U11 & U9 Girls' Football Tournaments](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/24/u11-u9-girls-football/) - The sun and football gods combined to create a glorious feast of sizzling football.
- [Shakespeare Schools' Festival](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/24/shakespeare-schools-festival/) - Exploring Shakespeare is a difficult concept for children and tackling the ‘Scottish Play’ quite a task.
- [Easter Holiday Camps](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/18/easter-holiday-camps/) - Next Thing Education Camps are holding an Easter Technology Camp at Longacre School.
- [Platinum Jubilee Hedge Official Opening](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/18/platinum-jubilee-hedge-official-opening/) - The planting of our Jubilee Hedge to commemorate the Queen's 70 year reign.
- [Form III Trip to the Lookout Discovery Centre](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/17/3554/) - Form III had a fantastic day out on our science trip to the Lookout Discovery Centre in Bracknell.
- [Form II Inter School Maths Challenge](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/08/form-ii-inter-school-maths-challenge/) - On Tuesday 8th March, Longacre hosted our second Longacre Maths challenge.
- [Lisa Thompson Author Visit](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/09/lisa-thompson-author-visit/) - Yesterday Forms IV – VI had an inspiring virtual author visit from Lisa Thompson, writer of The Goldfish Boy.
- [Form I & II Tea-Time Concert](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/09/form-i-ii-tea-time-concert/) - The Forms I and II treated us to a wonderful and busy, Tea-time Concert this week.
- [World Book Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/04/world-book-day/) - On the 4th March, Longacre celebrated World Book Day in style.
- [Year 4 Spell It! Challenge](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/03/03/year-4-spell-it-challenge/) - Longacre hosted the very first ‘Spell It!’ Competition with guest host, Douglas Buchanan.
- [VR Headset Demo for Parents](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/02/25/vr-headset-demo-for-parents/) - This morning parents came in to school to experience the VR headsets that have been kindly donated by the PTA.
- [Form IV Residential Trip to Lodge Hill](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/02/25/3464/) - Form IV were very excited for their first residential trip.
- [Form III Empty Classroom Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/02/11/form-iii-empty-classroom-day-2/) - It was a lovely surprise to have such glorious weather on Wednesday for our first Empty Classroom Day of 2022.
- [Reception Trip to the Planetarium](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/02/11/reception-trip-to-the-planetarium/) - What a super day Reception had at the South Downs Planetarium on Wednesday.
- [Longacre hosts Wellbeing Forum](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/02/10/longacre-hosts-wellbeing-forum/) - We were proud to host our first ‘Wellbeing Forum’ on Wednesday with wellbeing leaders.
- [Year 5 visit to Watts Gallery](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/02/01/year-5-visit-to-watts-gallery/) - Year 5 enjoyed a visit to the Watts Gallery in the nearby village of Compton today.
- [Form V 'Mathsmagics' at King Edward's Witley](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/01/21/form-v-mathsmagics-trip-to-king-edwards-witley/) - On Wednesday morning the Form V children were very lucky to attend 'Mathsmagics Live'.
- [Shamley Green Environmental Group](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/01/14/shamley-green-environmental-group/) - We are very excited to be featured on the Shamley Green Environment Group's newly launched website.
- [Hockey Masterclass at Worth School](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2022/01/20/hockey-masterclass-at-worth-school-2/) - The Form V and VI hockey players enjoyed a great start to the season.
- [Virtual Author Visit](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/11/29/virtual-author-visit/) - Forms III to V signed in to Vashti Hardy’s talk on Ecological Fantasy Writing.
- [75th Anniversary Sports Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/11/24/2990/) - On Tuesday, all the children from Nursery to Form VI participated in a recreation of Sports Day events.
- [Form I Trip to Painshill Park](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/11/26/3021/) - Form I donned their warmest clothes and braved the freezing temperatures to journey to Painshill Park.
- [Form IV Trip to Fishbourne Roman Villa](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/11/22/form-iv-trip-to-fishbourne-roman-villa/) - Last Friday, the Form IV children enjoyed an interesting visit to Fishbourne Roman Villa.
- [Surrey Wildlife Trust](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/11/09/surrey-wildlife-trust/) - We were very lucky to have a visit and assembly from two ladies from the Surrey Wildlife Trust.
- [PTA 75th Anniversary Ball](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/11/23/pta-75th-anniversary-ball/) - What a fabulous evening at the 75th Anniversary Ball on Saturday.
- [Form III Trip to Haslemere Museum](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/11/16/form-iii-trip-to-haslemere-museum/) - On Friday, Form III visited Haslemere Museum to learn about Ancient Egyptian mummification.
- [Green Team Car Boot Sale](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/10/14/2859/) - Our second ever Green Team car boot sale was held last sunny Saturday.
- [Tennis at Longacre](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/10/05/tennis-at-longacre/) - We have a tremendous range of clubs on offer at Longacre and one of our most popular is tennis.
- [Opening of Badger Wood](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/09/14/opening-of-badger-wood/) - Longacre's new wilderness area called Badger Wood was officially opened today.
- [PTA Welcome Fair](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/09/14/pta-welcome-fair/) - The PTA hosted a Welcome BBQ and Fair which took place on the first Friday of term, after school.
- [Guildford MP Visits Longacre](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/06/25/guildford-mp-visits-longacre/) - The Member of Parliament for Guildford, the Right Honourable Angela Richardson, visited Longacre.
- [Year 4 Empty Classroom Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/06/18/year-4-empty-classroom-day/) - Year 4 enjoyed a beautiful Empty Classroom Day on Wednesday with the sun shining all day.
- [Reception Trip to Sayers Croft](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/06/17/reception-trip-to-sayers-croft/) - We had such a fantastic time at Sayers Croft on Wednesday.
- [Year 1 trip to Bocketts Farm](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/06/16/year-1-trip-to-bocketts-farm/) - To consolidate their topic about Pets this term Year 1 went on a visit to Bocketts Farm.
- [Creative Wellness Festival](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2021/05/28/creative-wellness-festival/) - After an extraordinary year for the children, we decided to incorporate a ‘Creative Wellness Festival’ into the Summer Term.
- [IAPS Ski Championships](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/03/22/iaps-ski-championships/) - Congratulations to the Longacre ski team who scooped a number of awards at the IAPS Ski Championships in Ponte di Legno, Italy this week.
- [Work Begins On New Kitchen and Dining Room](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/03/01/new-kitchen-and-dining-room-phase-1/) - Work has begun on Phase 1 of the new kitchen and dining room.
- [Longacre Pupil Wins English Heritage Short Story Competition](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/11/08/longacre-pupil-wins-english-heritage-short-story-competition/) - Huge congratulations to Rupert B in Year 5 who has been chosen as the overall winner of the English Heritage 'Tell Us A Story' short story writing competition. Rupert has won some amazing prizes including a three night stay in an English Heritage cottage for his family, an annual family membership, an illustration of his short
- [National Schools Indoor Series](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/10/04/national-schools-indoor-series/) - The ski-season has started! On Monday, Longacre took part in the first ski race of the National Schools Indoor Series at Hemel Hempstead. Will P, Dexter R, Joe S and Thomas S represented Longacre along with 210 other children from junior schools from around the country. The race is run over two legs using the
- [Tom Palmer Author Visit](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/09/30/19064/) - On Wednesday the children in Forms III-VI enjoyed a visit from the author Tom Palmer. Tom answered some very sensible questions about his books, which centre around his own interests; football, rugby and history. He spoke about how long it takes him to write his books and where he gains his inspiration. His book ‘Armistice
- [Whacky Hair Day for Cancer Research](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/09/30/whacky-hair-day-for-cancer-research/) - What a fantastic, whacky, colourful day we had on Thursday for Waterloo’s Charity Day.
- [Elmbridge Retirement Village](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/09/20/elmbridge-retirement-village/) - On Monday the children from Form IIL spent the afternoon at Elmbridge Retirement Village in Cranleigh.
- [Community Service Club Visit](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/09/13/19045/) - This week saw the first session of the new Community Service Club which is linked to leadership development at Longacre.
- ['Bear Hut' opens at Longacre](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/09/10/bear-hut-opens-at-longacre/) - Longacre has opened a new wellbeing space for pupils and staff as part of the school’s focus on mindfulness and mental health.
- [Charity Day for WaterAid](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/07/05/charity-day-for-wateraid/) - On Monday we hosted our Agincourt Charity Day in support of WaterAid.
- [Form V Tennis Club Trip to Wimbledon](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/07/03/form-v-tennis-club-trip-to-wimbledon/) - On Monday some of the Form V Tennis Club participants enjoyed an amazing day at Wimbledon.
- [Gifted & Talented Sports Trip to Reed's School](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/06/13/18884/) - Longacre's Gifted & Talented Sports Club went on another incredible trip to Reed’s School this week.
- [Form V Trip to Land & Wave](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/06/07/form-v-trip-to-land-wave/) - The Form V children spent an amazing week in Swanage leading up to half term on their Land and Wave residential.
- [Form VI Trip to France](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/06/07/form-vi-trip-to-france/) - What a wonderful Form VI trip to the rather beautiful Chateau de Warsy we had!
- [Cricket Masterclass at Charterhouse School](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/05/14/u10-cricket-masterclass/) - A group of lucky Under 9 & 10 boys got to experience a cricket masterclass delivered by Mark Ramprakash, the former Surrey & England legend and England Batting Coach.
- [Greenfield English Competition](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/05/02/greenfield-english-competition/) - On Tuesday four of our Year IV children travelled to Greenfield School to take part in their annual English Competition.
- [New Library Opening](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/05/02/new-library-opening/) - Monday 29th April saw the opening of the newly located Prep School Library.
- [IAPS Ski Championships](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/03/29/iaps-ski-championships-3/) - An amazing week of skiing took place at the IAPS Ski Championships in Passo del Tonale, Italy in March with an intrepid team of 10 Longacre pupils taking the slopes by storm.
- [Aeronautics Week](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/03/25/aeronautics-week/) - On Monday, we were very lucky to have Dr Suzie Imber, a planetary scientist and winner of the BBC 2 television show ‘Astronauts, Have you got what it takes?’ visiting us.
- [Red Nose Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/03/15/18740/) - On Friday 15th March Longacre shunned its traditional blue uniform in favour of shades of comedic red for Red Nose Day.
- [Celebrating 11+ Success](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/03/11/celebrating-11-success/) - We are extremely proud of all our Form VI pupils who are once again celebrating outstanding 11+ exam results this year.
- [Scholarship Success](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/03/11/scholarship-success-2/) - Special congratulations also go to the following Longacre pupils who have been awarded scholarships this year.
- [Christ's Hospital Maths Challenge](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/03/04/christs-hospital-maths-challenge/) - On Thursday afternoon we went to Christ’s Hospital School in Horsham to take part in a maths challenge, representing Longacre against 37 other schools.
- [Charity Day for the British Heart Foundation](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/02/28/longacre-raises-over-2000-for-the-british-heart-foundation/) - Trafalgar’s Charity Day on Thursday 28th February saw the whole school take on various skipping challenges to raise money for the British Heart Foundation.
- ['Go To Work with Mum or Dad' Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/02/26/go-to-work-with-mum-or-dad-day/) - On Tuesday 26th February, the Year 6 children embarked on their ‘Go to Work with Mum or Dad’ day and set about exploring the big, wide world outside of Longacre.
- [RSPB Big Schools Birdwatch](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/01/24/rspb-big-schools-birdwatch/) - On Thursday afternoon all the children from Reception to Form VI wrapped up warm to take part in the RSPB’s Big Schools Birdwatch.
- [National Gallery Visit](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/01/18/national-gallery-visit/) - On Tuesday the Form V children visited the National Gallery where they made us very proud with their impeccable manners, creative questioning and super focus.
- [Form I Trip to Bodiam Castle](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/01/15/form-i-trip-to-bodiam-castle/) - On Tuesday the Form I children travelled to East Sussex to visit Bodiam Castle. Everyone was very excited to get there and cross the moat and go inside.
- [Hockey Masterclass at Worth School](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2019/01/14/hockey-masterclass-at-worth-school/) - The U11 hockey girls travelled to Worth School on Monday to attend a hockey masterclass with Simon Faulkner, Head of Hockey at Worth.
- [Ochre Studios Screen Printing Workshop](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/11/30/ochre-studios-screenprinting-workshop/) - The Form VI Art Masters were lucky enough to have a private workshop given by Ochre Studios, a print making studio based in Guildford, on Thursday 29th November.
- [U11 Girls Rugby Masterclass](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/11/26/u11-girls-rugby-masterclass/) - The Forms V & VI girls were very privileged to have a masterclass with England international and Rugby World cup silver medallist Leanne Riley on Monday 26th November.
- [King Edward's Orchestral Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/10/18/king-edwards-orchestral-day-2/) - We were pleased to be invited to attend another Orchestral day at King Edward’s Witley on Thursday 18th October.
- [Ade Adepitan Author Visit](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/10/15/ade-adepitan-author-visit/) - On Monday 15th October, we were privileged to have a visit from Ade Adepitan.
- [Roedean Literary Festival](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/10/08/rodean-literary-festival/) - On Tuesday, Mrs Forster took a group of Form V and VI girls to Roedean, a girls' boarding school on the stunning South Downs, overlooking the sea.
- [U11 Netball Masterclass](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/09/18/netball-masterclass/) - The girls in Form V were treated to an amazing netball masterclass by Suzanne Gardner from Churcher's College this week.
- [G & T Sports Trip to Epsom College](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/09/17/g-t-sports-trip-to-epsom-college/) - The children from our Gifted & Talented sports club were treated to an incredible trip to Epsom College last Friday - something Epsom have never done before.
- [New Outdoor Classroom](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2018/09/14/new-outdoor-classroom/) - The teachers and children would like to say a huge thank you to the PTA for donating the new outdoor classroom to the school.
- [Form VI Leavers' Week](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/07/07/form-vi-leavers-week-2/) - This week Form VI have embarked on a busy schedule of activities in their final, fun-filled week at Longacre! The Form VI children began Leavers’ Week with their annual Form VI Balloon Debate. After a hotly contested debate, Sophie Hoskins ran out eventual winner much to the delight of the other Form VI children. On Tuesday, Form VI
- [Kindergarten trip to Little Street](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/06/30/kindergarten-trip-to-little-street/) - This week Kindergarten went on their class trip to Little Street.
- [Windy West Wittering](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/06/30/windy-west-wittering/) - Last Tuesday Form IV went to West Wittering to learn about coasts.
- [Reception Pirate Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/06/30/reception-pirate-day/) - This week the flags were raised, sails were set and with a loud aaarrrggghh the party started!
- [PTA Summer Fair](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/06/30/pta-summer-fair/) - After a thrilling Sports Day on Friday, it was time for the much anticipated PTA Summer Fair.
- [Grandparents' Afternoon](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/06/23/grandparents-afternoon-2/) - It was fantastic to welcome so many Longacre grandparents to school last Friday.
- [PTA Rounders Tournament](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/06/23/pta-rounders-tournament/) - The rounders matches now seem to be an established part of Longacre PTA.
- [Creative Arts Week](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/06/16/creative-arts-week-2/) - The children have had a gorgeously creative time this week.
- [Yvonne Arnaud Youth Theatre Visit](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/06/16/yvonne-arnaud-youth-theatre-visit/) - As part of this year’s Creative Arts Week the children from Reception to Form VI were treated to a special production of ‘Alice’ on Tuesday afternoon.
- [Reception trip to Sea Life Brighton](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/06/12/reception-trip-to-sea-life-brighton/) - On Thursday the Reception children voyaged to Brighton's Sea Life Aquarium.
- [Form V & Form VI Liddington Residential Trip](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/06/12/form-v-form-vi-liddington-residential-trip-2/) - Before half term, the Form V and VI children embarked on their residential trip to PGL Liddington.
- [Form III Sayers Croft Residential Trip](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/06/12/form-iii-sayers-croft-residential-trip/) - Form III kicked off this half term with their annual trip to Sayers Croft this week.
- [Form II Greenfield Mathematics Challenge](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/05/08/form-ii-greenfield-mathematics-challenge/) - Four boys and their brainpower added up to a fun afternoon of Maths this week.
- [Pre-School Playground Revamped](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/05/08/pre-school-playground-revamped/) - Over the Easter break the Pre-School team revamped the outdoor learning environments.
- [Longacre wins Pennthorpe Tag Rugby Tournament](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/03/22/longacre-wins-pennthorpe-tag-rugby-tournament/) - Longacre won the Pennthorpe Tag Rugby Tournament against 5 other teams.
- [Form VI tip to Harry Potter World](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/03/06/form-vi-tip-to-harry-potter-world/) - As preparation for senior schools, in English Form VI are studying Harry Potter and The Philosopher’s Stone.
- [Form V visit to the National Gallery](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/03/06/form-v-visit-to-the-national-gallery/) - The Form V children enjoyed a trip to the National Gallery in London last week.
- [In Nursery this week](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/02/08/in-nursery-this-week-3/) - It's never too early to learn about teamwork and in Nursery this week the children collaborated together.
- [Charity Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/2017/02/06/charity-day-3/) - Longacre held a special Charity Day on Friday, 3rd February to raise funds for The Orchard Dementia Centre.

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- [Home](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/) - A co-educational prep school and nursery for children aged 2 to 11 in the heart of the Surrey Hills
- [Careers at Longacre](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/careers-at-longacre/) - If you are interested in a career at Longacre School, you will find our vacancies here.
- [Governance](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/governors/) - The school is managed by a Board of Governors who are closely involved with its overall running and its policies.
- [Contact](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/contact/) - Longacre School Hullbrook Lane Shamley Green Guildford Surrey GU5 0NQ (For Sat Navs please use GU5 0UQ) Tel: 01483 893225 What3Words https://what3words.com/crackling.redefined.chess Email Office: office@longacreschool.co.uk Bursar: bursar@longacreschool.co.uk Chair of Longacre Andrew Blurton Email: ABlurtonLA@longacreschool.co.uk The Chair may also be contacted in writing: c/o the Clerk to the Governors at the school address above, or by e-mail
- [Term Dates](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/school-life/term-dates/) - Term dates are devised with consideration of the Surrey dates but equally with the intention of supporting our parents who have children in other local schools.
- [Catering](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/school-life/catering/) - Catering Services at Longacre School are provided by Thomas Franks.
- [Welcome to Admissions](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/admissions/) - Welcome to Admissions at Longacre School! I am Lynne Crisp, the Registrar here at Longacre and I hope to be able to assist you in your admissions journey and answer any questions you may have about the school, the admissions process or even just about moving to the area.
- [Outdoor Learning](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/school-life/outdoor-learning/) - Discover how outdoor learning at Longacre School enhances academic progress, wellbeing and confidence through Forest School and curriculum learning beyond the classroom.
- [Learning & Curriculum](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/nursery/learning-curriculum/) - Children enter Nursery at the age of 2½ years old, with no set intake.
- [Welcome to Pre-Prep](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/pre-prep/) - There are a multitude of reasons to choose Pre-Prep at Longacre.
- [Assessment & Reporting](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/prep/assessment-reporting/) - We monitor every child’s progress closely through a planned programme of assessment, analysis and target setting.
- [Staff List](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/staff-list/) - Please find our full staff list here.
- [Sports](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/prep/sports/) - The sporting opportunities are vast with many different sports built into the PE & Games Curriculum and/or available as extra-curricular clubs.
- [FAQs](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/school-life/faqs/) - If you have any questions, you may find the answers on our FAQs page.
- [Head's Welcome](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/heads-welcome/) - Welcome to Longacre and thank you for taking the time to look at our website.
- [Academic Results](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/academic-results/) - Children are exceptionally well prepared for 11+ entry to a range of senior schools and Longacre pupils have an excellent track record of achieving their first choice of senior school.
- [Destination Schools](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/destination-schools/) - Despite being an all-embracing school, pupils consistently gain entry to a wide range of prestigious senior schools.
- [ISI Inspection Reports](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/isi-inspection-reports/) - Longacre School was inspected in June 2025 by the ISI (Independent Schools Inspectorate).
- [Year 1 & Year 2](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/pre-prep/year-1-year-2/) - In Years 1 and 2, children build on the foundations laid in Reception, continuing to grow academically, socially, and creatively. Our focus is on fostering confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning, while tailoring experiences to each child’s individual strengths and needs. Academic Excellence Phonics, Writing & Maths Mastery: Daily lessons continue to develop reading,
- [Policies](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/policies/) - Longacre has an extensive list of policy documents which ensure that the school runs effectively and efficiently.
- [Wellbeing](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/school-life/pastoral-care/well-being/) - Whether you are 5 or 50, life can be complicated! At Longacre we are dedicated to helping the children to navigate the ever-changing world around them.
- [The Wider Curriculum](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/prep/the-wider-curriculum/) - Children leave Longacre happy, with a love of learning, a thirst for knowledge and having discovered something for which they feel genuine passion.
- [Facilities Hire](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/facilities-hire/) - Longacre School has a variety of facilities that it is able to offer for hire throughout the year
- [Fees & Funding](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/admissions/fees-funding/) - We work hard to make our school fees competitive and these are reviewed annually by the Head and Governing Body.
- [Welcome to the Longacre School Nursery](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/nursery/) - Our wonderful Pre-School setting provides a wide range of environments that ignite the children’s interests and thirst for learning.
- [Transport](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/school-life/transport/) - The school offers a daily morning minibus service. Currently we operate three minibus routes from the Guildford, Godalming and Cranleigh areas.
- [Watch our Videos](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/watch-our-videos/) - Feel free to view our videos here.
- [Welcome to Prep](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/prep/) - Children move smoothly from the Pre-Prep into the Prep School with access to some of the same teaching staff and facilities which eases the transition.
- [Privacy Notice](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/school-life/privacy-notice/) - Longacre School takes the privacy of personal data and the protection of pupil information very seriously.
- [Wraparound Care](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/school-life/wrap-around-care/) - Longacre offers a complete wrap-around care service for all children from Nursery to Form VI.
- [Clubs & Activities](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/school-life/clubs-activities/) - At Longacre, we believe that children thrive in an environment full of opportunities that allows them to explore and discover talents and interests.
- [Virtual Tour](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/admissions/virtual-tour/) - Our virtual doors are open and we warmly invite prospective families to come and visit us via a virtual tour with our Head Matthew Bryan.
- [Longacre Times](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/longacre-times/) - Find out more here on the Longacre times.
- [About](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/) - Longacre School is a thriving, co-educational preparatory school for boys and girls aged 2 ½ to 11 years. Longacre School is a thriving, co-educational preparatory school for boys and girls aged 2 to 11 years. Set in a beautiful rural location on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Shamley Green, between Guildford and Cranleigh, the school offers a wonderful environment for young children. The school buildings comprise the original large 1902 house
- [PTA](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/pta/) - At Longacre School we are fortunate to have a very active PTA who are an integral part of the Longacre community.
- [Yurt](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/facilities-hire/yurt/) - Offering a smaller, more intimate space, our stunning Yurt installed in the summer 2022, featuring traditional wood burner and electrics, is the ideal venue for small parties, yoga sessions, wellness sessions and more.
- [Alumni](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/alumni/) - Our alumni are called Old Chums after the school’s founder, Ursula Fairfax Cholmeley, who was affectionately known as “Chum” and whose motto “A happy heart goes all the way” is still very much part of the school’s ethos.
- [75th Anniversary](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/75th-anniversary/) - Longacre School will be celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2021.
- [Nursery Daily Routine](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/nursery/learning-curriculum/nursery-daily-routine/) - The range of daily activities from our qualified and specialist staff ranges from whole group learning all the way down to one-to-one activities.
- [Uniform](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/school-life/uniform/) - Longacre School uniform is available to purchase from our official stockist Stevensons. Uniform can be purchased from Stevensons online or at their Guildford branch.
- [Thank you for getting in touch](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/thank-you-for-getting-in-touch/) - Thank you for your enquiry, we will be in touch shortly.
- [Climbing Wall page](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/facilities-hire/climbing-wall-page/) - Installed in summer 2023, our outdoor Climbing Wall is available for hire for solo and group climbing and bouldering bookings, and is the perfect choice for clubs and parties for all ages.
- [Enquiry](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/nursery/enquiry/)
- [Life At Nursery](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/nursery/life-at-nursery/) - There are two Kindergarten classes with four full-time Kindergarten staff including one Teacher, one Room Leader and two Teaching Assistants.
- [Inclusion & Diversity](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/inclusion-diversity/) - Longacre’s motto is, and always has been, “A happy heart goes all the way”.
- [Our Learning Philosophy](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/our-learning-philosophy/) - Our learning philosophy here at Longacre is inextricably linked to the school motto: “A happy heart goes all the way”.
- [Why Choose Longacre](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/why-choose-longacre/) - At Longacre we believe it is our ethos and values that set us apart from other prep schools.
- [Sports pitches & astroturf](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/facilities-hire/sports-pitches-astroturf/) - Ideal for after-school clubs, sports matches and clubs, and holiday camps our large grass sports pitches and Astro turf pitch are available to hire with a selection of nets, goal posts, hockey and tennis layouts.
- [Outdoor classroom & woods](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/facilities-hire/outdoor-classroom-woods/) - With mature woods boasting a nature trail, a variety of mini climbing facilities and a purpose-built outdoor classroom with seating for approximately 30 people, this area offers the perfect environment for forest schooling, open-air children’s parties, and team building activities.
- [Creative arts studio](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/facilities-hire/creative-arts-studio/) - The Creative Arts Studio is a studio space ideal for small presentations, smaller after school clubs and adult fitness classes.
- [Dining Hall](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/facilities-hire/dining-hall/) - A contemporary space full of light and far reaching views across the playing fields to the Surrey Hills, the Dining Hall features an atrium style roof and extensive windows making it the ideal environment for intimate concerts, exhibitions, small conferences, evening events and private dining.
- [Palmer Hall](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/facilities-hire/palmer-hall/) - A large multipurpose sports hall with a seating capacity for up to 250 people, the Palmer Hall is the ideal space for your activity large or small.
- [Open Mornings – What to Expect](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/open-mornings-what-to-expect/) - Open Mornings at long acre school.
- [Confidential Information Form](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/confidential-information-form/) - All information received in this form will be treated in confidence. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Child’s Full Name *FirstLastName of first signatory: (as appears on the registration form) *Name of second signatory: (as appears on the registration form)Please disclose any medical condition, health problem or allergy affecting your child. If
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- [Issuu Test Page](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/issuu-test-page/)
- [Cookie Policy](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/cookie-policy/) - This site uses cookies - small text files that are placed on your machine to help the site provide a better user experience.
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/privacy-policy/) - This privacy policy governs the privacy of this website [www.longacreschool.co.uk] and its users who choose to use it.
- [The Longacre Way](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/school-life/pastoral-care/the-longacre-way/) - When looking for schools we advise parents to understand the ethos which shape the pupil’s school experience.
- [School Life](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/school-life/) - In this section of our website you will find all the information that current or prospective parents might need including information about extracurricular clubs and activities, wrap around care, term dates, transport, weekly menus and school uniform lists. If you are unable to find what you are looking for on these pages please contact office@longacreschool.co.uk
- [Art](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/prep/creative-arts/art/) - Art at Longacre enables children to further engage with the world around them.
- [Creative Arts](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/prep/creative-arts/) - At Longacre, we believe deeply in allowing the children to be creative and the Creative Arts play a central role in Longacre life.
- [Drama](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/prep/creative-arts/drama/) - Drama gives every child the opportunity to develop their confidence through collaboration and performance.
- [Academic](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/prep/academic/) - Longacre teaches a broad, dynamic curriculum where the emphasis is on skills as much as acquiring knowledge.
- [The Prep School Day](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/prep/the-prep-school-day/) - The school day is designed to maximise optimum learning times!
- [Music](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/prep/creative-arts/music/) - At Longacre we provide a broad and inclusive Music programme, offering our pupils further opportunities to discover both their strengths and, more importantly, their passions.
- [Able, Gifted & Talented (AGT)](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/prep/gifted-talented/) - All schools have a register of children who are gifted, but Longacre goes beyond this - our teachers challenge, engage, question and mentor.
- [Reception](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/pre-prep/reception/) - Reception is your child’s first formal steps into their educational journey and their happy heart and individual successes is at the centre of everything we do.
- [Pastoral Care](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/school-life/pastoral-care/) - The welfare of our pupils is paramount and we firmly believe in the motto of the school’s founder, Ursula Fairfax Cholmeley, that “A happy heart goes all the way”.
- [Digital Learning](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/prep/digital-learning/) - At Longacre we recognise that technology is a powerful tool in education and we enhance learning and teaching through the use of digital technology across the whole school curriculum.
- [Kindergarten Daily Routine](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/nursery/life-at-nursery/kindergarten-daily-routine/) - Each new morning brings a different journey for every child. The team always have different and exciting resources ready for the children to use either in their child-initiated learning or the adult led activities.
- [Testimonials](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/about/testimonials/) - Hear from some of our current parents about their experience of Longacre.
- [Test](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/test/)
- [Pupils](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/pupils/) - This section of our website is for pupils to access subject information, web resources and homework tasks. Information is organised by subject and year group.
- [Moving to the Area](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/admissions/moving-to-the-area/) - Guildford is within easy reach of Heathrow and Gatwick Airports and with excellent rail links to London (40 minutes) and the South Coast (50 minutes), and served by M25, M3 and A3.
- [Community Links](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/community-links/) - Longacre School was chosen as the 2020 Independent School of the Year for Community Outreach in recognition of our strong community links with Elmbridge Retirement Village in the nearby village of Cranleigh.
- [PSHE](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/prep/pshe/) - Longacre adopts a mindful approach to PSHE, bringing together Personal, Social, Health Education, emotional literacy, social skills and spiritual development in a comprehensive scheme of learning.
- [The Pre-Prep Curriculum](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/pre-prep/the-pre-prep-curriculum/) - In Reception we follow the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum although we are able to work above and beyond the national expectation due to our small class sizes and specialist teaching staff.
- [Interactive Map](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/admissions/interactive-map/) - The school buildings comprise the original large 1902 house plus modern, purpose-built classrooms standing in nine acres of grounds.
- [Request a Call Back](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/admissions/request-a-call-back/)
- [Arrange a Tour](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/admissions/arrange-a-tour/)
- [Terms & Conditions](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/terms-conditions/)
- [Interactive Map](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/interactive-map/) - Set in a beautiful rural location on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Shamley Green, between Guildford and Cranleigh, the school offers a wonderful environment for young children.
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## Staff

- [Andrew Blurton](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/andrew-blurton/) - E-mail: ABlurtonLA@longacreschool.co.uk Andrew has over 35 years senior level experience in a variety of roles encompassing finance, operations and general management in the property, hotel, retail and services sector. He is a Member and Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants. He has been an Executive Director of many public companies since 1986, on the Main
- [Lesley Moon](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/lesley-moon/) - Lesley is a highly experienced executive leader with a proven track record in both the public and private sectors, spanning consultancy, government, infrastructure, and IT. She served in the UK Cabinet Office for a decade (2008-2018), notably as its first Chief Operating Officer and as the founder of the cross-government Counter Fraud, Error, and Debt
- [Mrs Justine Voisin](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-justine-voisin/) - Finance & General Purposes Sub-Committee | Estates Governors’ Committee ex officio | KESW & BHS Education & ICT and Health & Safety Sub-Committees ex officio Attended Worcester College, Oxford (Law); qualified barrister. 1988-1999 Corporate tax lawyer at international law firm, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP. 2012-2016 Trustee of Barrow Hills School and Chair from 2013.
- [Mr Alderman Tim Hailes JP](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mr-alderman-tim-hailes-jp/) - Estates Governors’ Committee Attended King’s College London (Law). Non-Executive Director of a number of private equity firms and Senior Adviser to the Group Chairman of Templar Corporation Limited. From 1999-2019 Global Equities & Broker Dealer Practice Group in Corporate & Investment Banking Legal Department at J P Morgan Chase & Co, London. Member of Chatham
- [Mr Stephen Ravenscroft](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mr-stephen-ravenscroft/) - Attended Durham (Law) and Legal Practice Course at Guildford College of Law LLB. 1995-2006 Solicitor in the Charity and Private Client Department at Nabarro Nathanson. 2006 to date Partner in Charity and Education Team at Stone King. Experienced in the government’s Academies programme with a detailed understanding of how schools can work together collaboratively. More
- [Mr Keith Bannister](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mr-keith-bannister/) - Non-Executive Director Diploma from the Financial Times and studied Maths and Computer Science at university. Chartered Accountant and Management Consultant. 32 year career in KPMG, 18 years as a Partner with numerous senior leadership roles. Extensive risk, technology, digital and cyber security consulting experience. Now building a portfolio career incorporating non-executive and advisory roles. Non-Executive
- [The Venerable Stuart Beake](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/the-venerable-stuart-beake/) - Attended King’s College School, Wimbledon and Emmanuel College, Cambridge (MA (Theology)); Cuddesdon College, Oxford (Oxford Theological Colleges Joint Certificate in Pastoral Theology); York St John University (PG Diploma in Theology and Religious Studies). Sub-Dean of Guildford Cathedral; 2005-2017 Archdeacon of Surrey; 2010 to date Honorary Residentiary Canon of Guildford Cathedral. Previously Governor of Hemel Hempstead School,
- [Mr Richard Bennett](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mr-richard-bennett/) - Attended Bristol (LLB), 1976 Qualified solicitor (Stephenson Harwood). 1979 joined HSBC in Hong Kong; 1998 returned to HSBC Group London; former Group Managing Director and Group General Counsel, HSBC (Retired 2012). Consultant to the Global Executive Committee of Norton Rose Fulbright and independent non-executive director of Acquis Exchange Limited.
- [Employment Judge Benjimin Burgher](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/employment-judge-benjimin-burgher/) - Attended Manchester (LLB (Hons)); King’s College London (PGDip EC Law); Member of Gray’s Inn; Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCIArb); Previously worked as a barrister and has over 20 years experience of commercial employment related matters and professional negligence claims relating to the provision of legal services. He has worked in an international
- [Mr Mike Chadwick](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mr-mike-chadwick/) - Qualified Chartered Accountant (1981) and Chartered Tax Adviser (1983), ACA CTAI; Executive and Non-Executive Director with 30 years’ professional experience in the Insurance and Financial Services Industry, including 16 years as Director of Group Taxation at Friends Provident Group. Governor of Treloar’s School and College (Chairman). Previously Governor of Frensham Heights School 2003-2016 (Chair 2006-2016).
- [Mrs Caroline Haines](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-caroline-haines/) - Attended Cambridge. An Educator who moved through different levels of management in London and Essex schools. Head Teacher of a 16-19 institution. Moved into consultancy and advised on opening up access to elite Universities. Devised Post 16 curriculum frameworks and enabled marketing, media and development projects. Representation on the IMB at Belmarsh HSP, the Windsor
- [Mr Alderman and Sheriff Alastair King](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mr-alderman-and-sheriff-alastair-king/) - Attended University of Kent, Canterbury (Law). Practised as a solicitor at international law firm, Baker & McKenzie. Advanced Legal Studies Certificate (Bristol). MSc (Finance) London Business School. Founder and Chairman, Naisbitt King Asset Management Limited (NKAML), independent, FCA-regulated fund management firm. 2006-2016 Founder and Chairman of Glendevon King Limited, a fund management company. 2005-2013 Founder
- [Jane Lunnon](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/jane-lunnon/) - Jane Lunnon became the first female Head of Alleyn’s School in January 2021 after six years as Head of Wimbledon High School and as Senior Deputy at Wellington School from 2010-2014 under Anthony Seldon’s headship. Her experience in senior leadership in both single-sex and co-educational environments, including her time at Prior’s Field School, spans a
- [Sir Nicholas Lyons, MA (Cantab)](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/sir-nicholas-lyons-ma-cantab/) - Sir Nicholas has worked in the City of London for over 40 years, in investment banking and insurance, since 2003 sitting on the boards of a large number of financial services companies, currently as Chair at the Phoenix Group, and as a Non-Executive Director of Convex Group Limited. He is a founding member of the
- [Mr Ian Seaton MBE](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mr-ian-seaton-mbe/) - Attended Bristol (Law); qualified barrister. Lawyer and credit analyst at Chemical Bank; transferred to stockbroking firm as securities analyst and corporate finance executive. 1985 started in financial public relations, first with Streets Financial, then a founder of Citigate Communications, later Citigate Dewe Rogerson. 2002-2009 Bankside Consultants. City of London: Common Councilman, Ward of Cornhill. Committees: Education Board,
- [Mr Angus Stovold](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mr-angus-stovold/) - Local farmer since 1990 and senior partner of family farming business established in 1880. 2004-2006 Chairman of Surrey National Farmers Union (National board). 1998-2009 Chairman of Surrey and Hampshire Farm Wildlife Advisory Group (a Nature Conservation Charity). Former Trustee of Surrey Wildlife Trust. Since 2004 Trustee of the Royal Smithfield Club and Chairman for 2009-2013
- [Mr Iain Turner](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mr-iain-turner/) - Attended St. George’s College, Weybridge, and St. Mary’s College, Strawberry Hill. BA (Hons) in Primary Teaching from 1991-1995. 1995- 2008 Shrewsbury House Prep School, Surbiton as Head of Lower School with experience teaching all academic subjects. 2008 to present date Pastoral Deputy Head and DSL, St. George`s Junior School, Weybridge.
- [Susan Meikle](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/susan-meikle/) - Attended: University of Kent BA (Hons) (Social Anthropology & Sociology), Queen Margaret College, Edinburgh (Hotel Management) and Clifton High School, Bristol. 2012-2023 Gordon’s School and The Gordon Foundation, School Bursar, Secretary to the Foundation. 2010–2012 Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity, Director of Finance & Administration. Bursar & Clerk to the Governors: 2007–2010 Wellington College, Berkshire; 2003
- [Alderman Sir Peter Estlin](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/alderman-sir-peter-estlin/) - Attended King Edward’s Witley & Bristol, BSc FCA; trained as Chartered Accountant with PwC through to partnership (1993). International banker: CFO Salomon Brothers Asia; CFO Citigroup (NY and London); Barclays plc (2008-January 2020). Non-Executive Director of Rothschild & Co from March 2020. City of London: 691st Lord Mayor of the City of London Corporation 2018-2019;
- [Mrs Sheila O’Brien](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-sheila-obrien/) - Life before Longacre After attaining my NNEB I became a private nanny for many years before becoming a Nursery Manager of a day nursery. I joined the Longacre family as a parent when my three children started in Nursery through to Year 6. I was offered a job in Early Years when my youngest started
- [Miss Andrea Beasley](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/miss-andrea-beasley/) - Life before Longacre I joined Longacre in September 2008 and before this was studying to achieve my Level 3 Childcare Diploma. During this time, I experienced working with a variety of different age groups from Nursery to Year 1. It was during my course that I discovered my passion for Early Years teaching. Roles at
- [Mrs Jo Trinder](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-jo-trinder/) - Life before Longacre Before Longacre I worked at a prep school in Reigate. I was Head of French there for two years and taught children French from Reception to Year 6. Before that I was a Year 3 teacher, teaching all the core subjects and humanities. Roles at School At Longacre I enjoy being a
- [Miss Freya Thorton](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/miss-freya-thorton/) - Life before Longacre: I have grown up surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Surrey and was lucky enough to complete my A Levels at Hurtwood House School in the Surrey Hills and so have always loved the area! During my A Level studies, I felt a strong passion towards the sociology of childhood and education
- [Mrs Charlotte Knight](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-charlotte-knight/) - Before Longacre After a trip around the world with my sister in 2014, I realised I wanted to work with children and be outside. I began volunteering with the Surrey Wildlife Trust and fell in love with Forest School. I trained with the Trust to become a Forest School Leader and I have helped with
- [Mrs Nicola Fincken](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-nicola-fincken/) - Life before Longacre Originally from Jersey, I was educated in England and went on to study Childcare at The London Montessori Centre and gained my Montessori International Diploma (NVQ level 4). I then proceeded to work with Nursery aged children (aged 2-6 ) for most of my career and ran a nursery school in London
- [Mrs Imogen Bates](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/miss-imogen-lochhead/) - Before Longacre Before joining Longacre, I was a Year 2 teacher at Danes Hill school for five years. Prior to that I worked in Years 5 and 6 at a school near Woking. Role at the school I am a Year 2 Teacher. Away from the classroom I love arts and crafts, yoga, baking, gardening
- [Miss Lauren O'Sullivan](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/miss-lauren-osullivan/) - Life Before Longacre I spent many years working at a school in London, firstly as a teaching assistant while completely my degree and PGCE, before continuing at the school as a Year 2 class teacher. Early in 2020, I had my first child and until now have spent time with him and enjoying life after
- [Mrs Leigh Couchman](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-leigh-couchman/) - Life before Longacre Originally from South Africa, I studied Graphic Design and enjoyed a successful advertising career. Becoming a mother changes your sense of purpose, which led me on an entrepreneurial path, in which time I established my freelance design consultancy, setup an extramural art and craft club at my daughter’s school and launched a
- [Mrs Beth Davies](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-beth-davies/) - Before Longacre After leaving university, I quickly realised that I wanted to pursue a career in education. I became a teaching assistant at a local primary school and completed my PCGE whilst working at the same school the following year. I then moved up to London and worked at a school in Chelsea as a
- [Mrs Christine Hamilton](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-christine-hamilton/) - Life before Longacre Originally from Wales, I studied for a combined honours degree in English and History followed by ten years working in London, initially in investment management and following a belated gap year travelling, I spent eight years working as a Business Analyst for Reuters. When I had my children (two boys), we lived
- [Mrs Daniela Casey](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-daniela-casey/) - Life before Longacre Prior to working in education, I had a seven year career with Network Rail as a software analyst in London. In reality my actual desire was to go into teaching, so in 2011 I decided to study and worked as a Teaching Assistant here at Longacre. I then worked at an all
- [Emma Hitchcock](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/emma-hitchcock/)
- [Georgina Cooke-Priest](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/georgina-cooke-priest/)
- [Charlie Walker](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/charlie-walker/)
- [Miss Chloe du Pon](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/miss-chloe-du-pon/) - Life before Longacre I’m a classically trained, professional singer and many years ago (!) I started teaching singing at a couple of schools in-between gigs and session work, and Longacre was one of them! It was Longacre that inspired me to study a PGCE, to become a qualified teacher and where I gained the desire
- [Mrs Lisa Edwards](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-lisa-edwards/) - Life before Longacre Prior to joining Longacre I taught in both primary and secondary schools in the state sector. In my most recent role, as well as being SENCo I was also Progress Leader for year 7, one of the Deputy Safeguarding Leads and I taught English to years 7 and 8. Roles at school
- [Mrs Tara Pandey](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-tara-pandey/) - Life before Longacre I worked for many years in Advertising and PR in London before completing an Art Degree at the London College of Printing as a mature student. After this I ran my own photography business before the birth of my son in 2005 who joined Longacre in Kindergarten. Roles at School After joining Longacre
- [Mrs Sophie Baber](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/sophie-baber/)
- [Mrs Sarah Morris](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-sarah-morris/) - Before Longacre Prior to joining Longacre School in September 2018 I worked at a local Primary School where I taught YrR, Yr1 and Yr2 over six years. In this time, I led PE and managed the Key Stage One team. Before qualifying as a teacher in 2012, I managed two private day nurseries and a
- [Stefanie Michalopoulou](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/stefanie-michalopoulou/) - Stefanie works in the education sector as the Assistant Head: Pastoral, Wellbeing and Boarding as well as Head of Classics at Prior’s Field in Godalming. Stefanie has been active in the education sector for 10 years. Her years in education have covered both pastoral and academic remits. At Longacre, she is a member of the
- [Anil Noorani](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/anil-noorani/) - Anil has worked in senior marketing and technology roles his entire career, both client and agency side. Anil set-up TKM Consultants in 2010, a marketing consultancy working with ambitious global brands. Anil's focus is to deliver accelerated growth through marketing excellence, efficiency and effectiveness. Anil also sits on the board as a Non-Executive Director of
- [Hannah Sheppard](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/hannah-sheppard/) - Hannah was a Longacre parent for 12 years with both her daughters going through the school from Nursery to Form VI. She enjoyed being involved with the school and spent time on the PTA, running the Summer Ball for several years. She brings knowledge and experience of Longacre as a parent, and of SEN education.
- [Fiona Gibbons](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/fiona-gibbons/) - Fiona was a Chartered Surveyor in a previous life, dealing with all aspects of commercial property. Married with 2 grown up children, she has project managed various builds over the years and manages some as rentals. She was a Parish Councillor and for the last 6 years has been a Governor of a local state
- [Dominique Daulton](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/dominique-daulton/) - Dominique has been a Wonersh resident and GP since 1982 and was Senior Partner of the Wonersh Surgery and Medical Centre for over 10 years. He retired from the Wonersh practice in June 2016, although he still remains the Chairman and a Trustee of the Four Villages Day Centre in Bramley. He has three grown
- [Richard Herring](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/richard-herring/) - Richard has worked in the recruitment industry for more than 30 years gaining extensive knowledge of running multi-sited operations across international markets, and experience in the provision of managed service outsourced solutions. He is married with two daughters, both of whom completed their early years education at Longacre. Richard chairs the Governance Committee and is
- [Miss Kirsten Randtoul](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/miss-kirsten-randtoul/) - Life before Longacre After finishing college I started a career in the Travel and Tourism industry, I thoroughly enjoyed designing holiday packages for families and always ensuring they experienced the holiday of their dreams! I worked closely in planning exciting holidays to Lapland, these holidays were extremely magical and filled with Christmas spirit! Unfortunately it
- [Mrs Lorraine Green](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-lorraine-green/) - Before Longacre - I worked in the Travel Industry for over 20 years, arranging business travel for large corporates. I then spent time at home with my two daughters before working at a local infant school and joining Longacre Pre-prep in 2021. Role at school - I am an Early Years Practitioner in the Pre-prep
- [Mrs Claire Collins](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-claire-collins/) - Life before Longacre After graduating with a degree in the History of the Fine and Decorative Arts, I initially worked in a London art gallery. Although the job was interesting I felt that there was something missing so took a leap of faith and headed to Roehampton to complete a PGCE. A wonderful time in
- [Mrs Claire Papastefanou](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-claire-papastefanou/) - Life before Longacre I was born and raised in South Africa. My love for nature and wildlife led me to study a BSC degree specialising in zoology and microbiology. During this time, I discovered I had a passion for teaching and so I went on to complete my PGCE. I have since worked in both
- [Mrs Jacqui Davies](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-jacqui-davies/) - Before Longacre I started my teaching career in London and moved to Guildford where I have enjoyed teaching in many Surrey schools, both in the state and independent sector. Subsequently, I was appointed Head of a SLCN (Speech, Language, Communication Needs) centre and it was from there I decided to pursue a career helping children
- [Mrs Nicki Mould](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-nicki-mould/) - Life before Longacre Before joining Longacre I taught Reception and Year 1 and was the childcare and curriculum adviser for a chain of 30 nurseries. Roles at School I am the Head of the Pre-Prep and a member of the Senior Leadership Team as well as the class teacher in Form II, a role I
- [Mrs Melanie Lee](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-melanie-lee/) - Life before Longacre After I achieved my NNEB, I have been lucky to have worked in a variety of places with young children. I started as a Nanny and then became a nursery leader and then a child minder, while I brought up my own children. In 2007 I became a Reception Teaching Assistant. Roles at School I
- [Miss Jemma Winterton](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/miss-jemma-winterton/) - Life before Longacre From a very early age I have always wanted to work in the Early Years. I have been working with and teaching children for over 20 years! Each day is different but I find the Early Years especially rewarding. Being part of the crucial early stages and laying down foundations in order
- [Mrs Tracey Madgwick](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-tracey-madgwick/) - Life before Longacre I started my career in banking, working closely with the public and taking on many roles before becoming a full-time mum in 1995. Roles at School I joined Longacre in 2002 as a Learning Support Assistant and I’ve always been passionate about helping children overcome their learning challenges. I find my role
- [Mrs Becky Chambers](https://www.longacre.surrey.sch.uk/staff/mrs-becky-chambers/) - Life before Longacre I worked as an Administrator at the University of Surrey for eight years until I left in 2003 to have my first daughter. I then retrained as an Early Years Practitioner in 2008 and worked at a nursery in Cranleigh until I started my job at Longacre in 2014. Roles at School