Atelier 21 is a unique school,
designed to offer an education fit for children’s futures.
As a pioneering future-focused school, Atelier 21 is a catalyst for transforming education. Selected by ‘Big Education‘ as part of the ‘Next Big Ten’ – a transformational project for schools developing innovative educational practices – our school is making waves on the international stage. We were honoured to speak at the World Education Summit, showcasing our vision to a global audience. We are also proud members of Rethinking Assessment, a coalition of school leaders from both state and independent sectors. Together with leading researchers, policy-makers, employers, and higher education representatives, we are working to broaden and modernise assessment, ensuring young people are fully prepared for a dynamic world.
Our school empowers pupils with high levels of self-directed learning, fosters student agency and nurtures innovation, curiosity and creativity – equipping young people compete, contribute and thrive in our ever-changing modern world.
As the UK’s first Reggio Emilia inspired, inquiry-based, Future School for 4-16 years, we are proud to offer a truly pioneering approach to education.
For information about our provision for our youngest learners, please visit our Early Years 0-5 page to learn about our award-winning nursery group.
In our senior school we have chosen to deliver the International Baccalaureate (IB) a globally recognised exam system that aligns with our ethos and approach to learning. This ensures pupils build 21st-Century skills, a broad range of knowledge and interests, and the dispositions needed to excel in a dynamic world – alongside achieving outstanding exam results.
The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) designed for pupils aged 11 to 16, is taught in 108 countries and is accredited by Ofqual with the same status as GCSEs. It is highly respected by universities in the UK and internationally, preparing students for success wherever their paths may lead.
