Why Choose Churston
Discover what makes Churston Ferrers Grammar School a remarkable place of learning, where academic excellence and personal development both matter.
A co-educational grammar school where wellbeing comes first.
As one of the region’s only mixed-sex grammar schools, Churston is proud to do things differently. Our inclusive and collaborative culture creates the conditions for contented students. We believe this is the best way to develop responsible, well-rounded individuals, while also cultivating the motivation to learn.
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The start of something remarkable
Discover what your first year at Churston really looks like - from finding your feet and making lifelong friends, to discovering what you are truly capable of.
A strong foundation for life
A young person’s journey through secondary school is about so much more than their grades. By supporting students, hearing their voices, and satisfying their individual needs, we help to shape confident and well-balanced young people ready to contribute positively in the wider world.
Trusted relationships
Churston’s staff and excellent pastoral support help students feel safe and valued. Our open and approachable attitude encourages students to come to us when they want to talk.
A supportive community
The connections we make strengthen all of us. We embrace a sense of community, throughout Churston and beyond, helping others and providing a network of support when we need it.
A sense of purpose
When young people are positively motivated, they are happy and productive students. We guide them to discover what drives them, and to consider the wider ways in which their actions matter.
A focus on resilience
In every aspect of school life, from studying to interpersonal relationships, our students are encouraged to take responsibility, to reflect and to learn. This promotes resilience and self-reliance.
An environment in which every student can thrive
We believe in giving our bright young people the best possible chance to discover their potential and to grow in their own unique way.
Enriching opportunities
In addition to our engaging curriculum, we present a rich and varied range of additional activities – empowering students to explore interests and develop personally and socially.
Innovative spirit
While valuing our heritage, we’re open to change too. We embrace technology, where it serves our students, and we explore new ideas to enable the best possible benefit from education.
Pragmatic leadership
We’re responsive to the voices of our young people. From our student-led uniform design to our individualised approach to learning, our approach is to listen and understand.
A school for modern times
As the world changes, we must adapt with it. So, while protecting the values of community and scholarship, we also prepare our students for the future. That means examining contemporary issues. It also means harnessing the power of technology in a controlled way, which includes issuing a Chromebook to each pupil from Year 9 onwards.
