Induction
All pupils joining Reed’s benefit from our tailored induction programme, whether this is at 11+, 13+ or Sixth Form, so that all pupils begin their time at Reed's feeling familiar with the campus and more importantly, their peers.
At 11+
All boys are invited to an Activity Day in the June prior to entry. This enables them to meet key staff, find their way around the school campus and get to know other members of their year group.
The day before the Autumn Term starts in September, boys have another Induction Day enabling them to settle in before the return of the whole School. Shortly after the beginning of term all First Form boys attend an off-site Activity Team-building Day. Beyond this, our experienced team of First Form tutors ensures all boys settle into school life as quickly as possible.
At 13+
Great care is taken to integrate those who join the School at 13+ (into our Third Form) with the boys already in the School. Each boy is placed in a House-based tutor group which will contain both new and existing pupils.
In June prior to entry, all boys are invited to attend a 13+ Activity Day which serves as the start of a comprehensive induction process. During this day, the boys undertake a range of team-building activities in their House groups.
The day before the Autumn Term starts in September, all boys coming into the Third Form attend an Induction Day enabling them to settle in before the return of the whole School. Beyond this, Tutors, Heads of Houses and Heads of Year pay particular attention to helping new boys settle into life at Reed’s.
Sixth Form
Our Induction Progamme for incoming girls includes two days of activities; the days are an opportunity for the girls to meet, become familiar with the school site and get involved in a range of activities. The Induction days are about team building, creating a sense of belonging and allowing the girls to find common ground with each other. They are supported by some Upper Sixth students who help to run sport and House activities including escape rooms, art, music and photography.
The days also allow the girls to meet some of the key pastoral staff who will guide and support them on their Reed's journey. Welcome sessions from the Head of Sixth Form and Head of Girls give an opportunity to ask any questions. The girls also get to meet and spend time with their new Head of House, along with the student House Captains. The second day of Induction is spent making memories together at Laser Tag along with pizza making at Pizza Express.
A whole Lower Sixth Induction day for all students is held as the new terms starts. This day is spent collectively as a year group where Sixth Form culture, values and ethos are at the forefront. It also allows time in tutor groups, forging some collective tutor aims and an opportunity for some team building games.
