About the School

Tettenhall College is a happy and caring school that provides a supportive, encouraging and challenging environment for all pupils. A paragraph taken from the latest Independent Schools Inspectorate report on the school summarises some of the Colleges great strengths as follows: "The personal development of pupils is good, and is supported by the outstanding pastoral care and excellent arrangements for welfare, health and safety. The high quality pastoral arrangements, for both boarders and day pupils, are focused effectively on the needs of the individual. Pupils are articulate, courteous and helpful, invariably showing consideration for others. In particular, the boarding experience fosters pupils' respect for themselves and for others. Pupils' awareness of those less fortunate than themselves manifests itself in their proactive approach to charitable work."

The College is divided into a number of sections. The Nursery provides all year round day care for boys and girls from their second birthday. Children thrive in a lively and well resourced, pre-school environment overseen by full-qualified, caring staff. Children then progress naturally into Reception and through their primary years in The Drive and Lower Schools. In Year 7, pupils transfer to Upper School where they are presented with many further opportunities. A vibrant Sixth-Form provides a strong link between school and university.

The continuity of education from nursery to university entrance all on one site gives pupils the confidence to discover and develop their natural talents resulting in high levels of achievement. Academic success in public examinations provides a springboard for further honours at a national level, such as Nuffield Bursaries, The Daily Telegraph Science Writers Awards and Gold Awards for Creativity in Science and Technology.

Much recent investment in academic facilities, such as the new Science Laboratories named after a former pupil of the College who won a Nobel Prize for Chemistry, demonstrates that the College continues to look ahead. The modern facilities are consistent with the delivery of a top quality education which is matched by the energy and enthusiasm of the staff.

Pupils' creativity and growth as individuals or members of a team are illustrated in the widespread participation in music and drama within school and alongside professionals at Wolverhampton's Grand Theatre. The school has provided children for all "Bill Kenwright" professional shows since 1997. Recent shows include "Dr Dolittle" with Tommy Steele, "Hello Dolly" with Anita Dobson, "Evita" and "Whistle Down the Wind". Such is the school's reputation for drama that BBC Midlands Today did a special feature on how our pupils succeed in maintaining high standards in their schoolwork in parallel with their substantial commitment to their interests outside of the classroom. The School's recent production of the musical "Brenda Bly - Teen Detective" was described by the Express and Star's critic as "slick as any professional show going". Also, the School Choirs have been invited three years running to give a concert at Disneyland in Paris and last year toured Frankfurt.

Those who enjoy playing sport are well catered for with superb indoor and outdoor facilities and expert coaching. The U16 Netballers are currently holders of the U15 City Cup and runners up in the league and Victoria Kibble has been selected for the U16 Staffordshire Academy. In Hockey the U16 girls were County runners up in the National Championships with Sophie Jones, Chloe McIntosh and George Southall gaining Midland recognition. Joseph Schubert is currently training with the England U19 Squad. Four pupils represented the school in the West Midlands Athletics Championships and Oliver Pemberton is the Wolverhampton and National Prep Schools Champion in both 100m and 200m. Chloe McIntosh is Wolverhampton and National Club Champion over 300m. In Swimming Joe Kinsell is a member of the 'high performance' group for Staffordshire and is close to National Times in the 400m and 800m. He is aiming for the Olympics in 2012/2016. The U13 and U15 Tennis teams were runners up in the City Tennis league. Individuals represent the College in Academies for Excellence in Football, Rugby, Tennis, Hockey, Netball, Athletics and Cricket.

School transport is available from surrounding areas including Dudley, Penkridge, Telford and Walsall.