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  • We consider our size intrinsic
    to who we are and to our vision.

Our Size

Our classes are generally 16 pupils in Lower Prep through Year 4, 18 pupils in Years 5 & 6, and 20 pupils in the Senior School. In total, we can serve approximately 200 pupils, with one class in each year group.

We consider the size of Heritage School intrinsic to who we are and to our vision, and to our capacity to maintain an alternative learning culture. Our relatively small size as a whole and our small classes mean every individual is noticed, every child belongs. No child is labelled or lost in the crowd.

Small classes enable us to deliver an education highly responsive to individual needs. Pupils receive more immediate and tailored feedback on their progress than is possible in large classes. This makes the learning experience more rewarding both for teachers and pupils.

Behaviour in small classes is more easily managed, enabling a more efficient use of time. Teachers can focus, with far fewer interruptions, upon teaching, and pupils upon learning. Such conditions make it possible for pupils to concentrate effectively upon their work, thus nurturing one of the most important skills a learner can possess, the habit of attention (see ‘Our Vision’). These conditions also make it possible for us to cover more ground. In the Infant and Junior Schools our lessons are relatively short, and we aim to keep the pace up. Such intellectual stimulation is central to making the learning experience enjoyable. In larger, noisier classes, where the pace moves more slowly, too many pupils are under-stimulated and too much time is wasted.

Small classes also mean we are uniquely well placed to provide effective pastoral care. Because teachers know their pupils so well, they are more closely aware of the relational dynamics between pupils and can more readily intervene if difficulties arise. Communications from parents, about pastoral or academic issues, are responded to rapidly.

Latest News

A busy term of Drama

This term has seen standout performances, excellent LAMDA results, and success in the ISA Shakespeare Monologue Competition.
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Senior School Careers Week

During Careers Week, Senior pupils explored a wide range of future pathways.
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Year 8 and Year 10 Geography trips to Park Farm and Eddington

Year 10 Geographers investigated the sustainability of Eddington and Year 8 visited Park Farm in Madingley
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World Book Day Celebrations

From character costumes to shared stories and special assemblies, World Book Day at Heritage was a joyful celebration of reading.
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Success for Yellow in Heritage’s Inaugural House Singing Competition

Four fantastic performances set the standard for years to come
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ISA Regionals Cross Country 2026 Report

45 pupils from Year 4 to Year 11 competed in the regional ISA cross country event
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International Day Brings Learning to Life

International Day at Heritage saw pupils across the school celebrating different countries through a range of creative and cross-curricular activities.
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Heritage Pupils Experience Shakespeare Live at the ADC Theatre

Years 6–10 enjoyed a trip to watch Shakespeare's 'The Comedy of Errors'.
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Heritage School Flags Reach Bird Island with the British Antarctic Survey

Two Heritage pupils have seen their winning flags from the UK Antarctic Flag Competition 2025 reach Bird Island, South Georgia.
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