Dr D Balaska BSc PhD Head of Year 9
Mr R Hawkins BA Hons Head of Year 8
Mrs K King                  Head of Year 7

In the Lower School at CGS we aim to foster a serious attitude to academic study whilst also providing a broad range of extra curricular experiences.

The traditions of the school are used to give a sense of history, continuity and belonging to our school community.

Regular assemblies of the lower school are held to disseminate information and provide opportunities for pupils to give presentations that they have prepared. 

Pastoral Care

We take our pastoral care responsibilities very seriously at CGS and know from experience that academic achievement is supported by a myriad of other factors in a young person’s life.  Friendship issues, social and personal confidence, health (both mental and physical) all have a bearing on the academic success of the individual. At this age in particular, social competence and feeling secure and happy are crucial.

The role of the Form Tutor cannot be overestimated and we aim to develop a rapport with individual pupils through this daily contact. The Form Tutor is the main reference point for social and academic issues and the first point of contact for parents. Regular one to one discussions are held and home-school contact is expected on a weekly basis via the school diary.