Putney believes in community and, therefore, every member of the community. It was while at John Bapst, teaching economics and digital art in a very traditional environment, that I found myself drawn towards project based learning and progressive teaching methods. She has clear passion and drive for how children learn, and she embodies the Putney High ethos of academic excellence alongside outstanding pastoral care. World Languages, Phone: 802-387-6231 Email: hnorwood@putneyschool.org Daycare. Mr Andrew Miller joined Putney High School in September 2015 as a Year Three class teacher before being promoted to Junior School Deputy Head (Academic). My students say, it just makes sense when you explain it.. The constant opportunities to reinvent myself as a human being keep me here. Departments: Soy profesor de Espaol. Old Boys Dorm Faculty, Phone: Website: www.putneyhigh.gdst.net Headquarters: London, United Kingdom Size: 201 to 500 Employees Founded: 1893 Type: School / School District Industry: Primary & Secondary Schools Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable Competitors: Unknown One of the UK's leading schools, Putney High School GDST is spirited, ambitious and relevant. Art Department, Center for Teaching & Learning, B.A. I have worked with students who learn differently for almost thirty years. Whoever they are or want to be, students build friendships and develop their intellect knowing they are valued and have the opportunity to make a difference. The Putney students and alumni give me many things to love about my work, and because they are always changing and growing and asking good questions, they keep that work interesting and engaging, for which Im very grateful. London Health Services, Phone: 802-387-6253 We appreciate you all staff of Pinetree! Departments: Our teachers encourage students to pursue essential pieces of knowledge by researching and analyzing the information around them and presenting their findings and original ideas in engaging ways. Across my broad range of skills, I most appreciate surfacing the unseen. M.F.A. Hola, Im Rosi, Im Mexican. To learn more about why we love Putney, read on! B.A. John Buser joined the team at the Putney School in 2022. Email: lbrennan@putneyschool.org It all starts here. 802-387-6216 (fax) Email: slee@putneyschool.org Mrs Gilbert joined Putney High School in September 2015 as a Religious Studies teacher. William, Hercules (our Great Dane), and I will be on campus for the first time this fall term. For us, wellbeing is key to everything, from innovative Biophilic Classroom design to our Breathe environmental programme. Email: tgreenidge@putneyschool.org Dean of Students Office, Phone: 802-387-7352 Phone: 802-387-6221 George Eliot lived for a time in Holly Lodge, Southfields, a house within walking distance of the Putney High School site. Photo from our 'Click Photography' club. With a unique combination of academic rigour and a truly broad education, we will help your daughter to prepare for a future filled with promise. The school has strong links with Thames Rowing Club. Science Department. What keeps me here 25 years later is the rush that comes from facilitating the discovery of young peoples creativity, sharing my passion for clay, giving back what I have learned and accomplished, continually learning from my students, and being in a growth-ful, stimulating, challenging environment among vibrant young people. Academically high-achieving, rounded and responsible, Putney is as down-to earth as it is dynamic. He has always been interested in using digital technology in the classroom to enhance learning opportunities for students. Phone: 802-387-2150 I fell in love with the landscape, school, and community and ended up staying here. 10 Bressenden Place M.A. A previous Putney chapter included teaching dance, heading the arts department, and directing the evening arts program. Writingthe generating, exploring and constructing of ideas with languageis an essential tool for all types of progressive education. GCSE Results 2022 - A record-breaking year! UCLA Email: ethomas@putneyschool.org Founded in 1893 it is a member of the Girls' Day School Trust, a union of 26 schools with 19,500 students and 3,500 staff. putneyschool.org (802) 387-6232 418 HOUGHTON BROOK RD PUTNEY, VT 05346 Request Info About The Putney School. The school is situated on Putney Hill, a short walk from East Putney tube station (District Line) and Putney mainline station (Waterloo- Hounslow/Teddington/Windsor/Weybridge). World Languages. Wellbeing and sustainability are at the heart of what we do. Phone: 802-387-6260 PUTNEY It takes a lot of people with diverse talents, skills and experience to keep the 230-student Putney School running. She spent four years at The Godolphin and Latymer School as Assistant Head of Sixth Form and prior to that she taught Physics at Wallington County Grammar School. Putney High School is an independent all-girls day school in Putney, London. Its happening all over campus. What keeps me here is the authentic, creative, forward-thinking, and joyful nature of all that happens in this community. Putney High School GDST is one of the UK's leading schools, a spirited, ambitious and innovative community where girls aged 4 - 18 develop as inspired learners, well-supported within a warm and. Center for Teaching & Learning. Department Heads, Email: jdanielski-chatal@putneyschool.org Learn how and when to remove this template message, Category:People educated at Putney High School, Elizabeth Symons, Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean, "Putney High School | London | LEA:Wandsworth | | the Good Schools Guide", "New Head for Putney High School Juniors", "Putney High School- Boat House - Love Jenkins Associates", "Obituaries - from the Catholic Herald Archive", "Costume designer Jenny Beavan is GDST Alumna of the Year", "Ginny knows best: When John Major entrusted the Health Service to", "Putney High School - where girls find their voice", "Barings' global general counsel on dispelling myths and rising to the top - News - Law Society Gazette", "Melanie Phillips: The scourge of the Left has joined the world of", "Inside the world of fashion designer Edina Ronay - Telegraph", "Year 13's Sophie in new TV series Putney High School", "Saturday Profile Baroness Symons: Labour's peerless performer", "Prizegiving: BBC Broadcaster and Putney Alumna, Sophie Raworth", "Putney High School welcomes back alumnae Sophie Kinsella & Sophie Raworth to inspire the next generation", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Putney_High_School&oldid=1142347743, Senior School: Hepburn, Ferrier, Burton and Stark Shanghai Theatre Academy Mrs Longstaff is married with twin daughters, who are pupils in the Junior School. Previous chapters have also included being director of the arts at another independent school, teaching dance in a multitude of settings (from colleges to community centers), as well choreographing and performing nationally and internationally. Dean of Students Office, Math and Science Teacher M.A. Departments: Im one of the housekeepers here at Putney. English Department. Departments: She has an MBA from the University of Hartford and an undergraduate degree in Women, Gender and Sexuality from Trinity College. Email: jsmith@putneyschool.org I live with my lovely wife and wonderful daughter in Westminster West. Schedule a Visit Middlebury College Universidad Internacional UNINTER We see the joy that comes from meaningful inquiry and meaningful work. Our Head Student Team play an essential role in the running of the school. Departments: Putney High School is all of that and more. Plant Staff, Phone: 802-387-6262 Departments: Email: msardinas@putneyschool.org Dartmouth College Alumni & Development. Putney found me, presenting itself as an embracing community with a universal awareness of individuals authentically growing into themselves, a home away from home, and a space for all to continue walking their journey. And no place synthesizes and distills the ethos and practice of what drew me here quite like The Putney School. Email: dzweig@putneyschool.org He has always been interested in using digital technology in the classroom to enhance learning opportunities for students and to improve systems in school to free up teachers time. I love that everyone at Putney every adult and every adolescent is both a student and a teacher. Departments: My first visit to The Putney School was in 1993 to visit my sister who was a student here. History, Phone: 802-387-6234 Departments: and Masters degrees remotely, moved to the US then traveled to about 20 countries for a total of 18 months, and eventually relocated to Vermont. Email: hseguin@putneyschool.org I am deeply dedicated to helping students learn how to understand history, pursue a research question, and create a well constructed argument. In 1983, I co-founded the Brattleboro Clayworks, a potters collective in Brattleboro, Vt. I love dogs, reading, being outside, and my family. Dining Services, B.A. Administration, I was born and raised in Eastern Massachusetts and spent my college years in the Pioneer Valley around Amherst. Phone: Administration, . John and his wife Nicole live off campus and are busy raising their son Jack. Health Services. I am also continually inspired by the creativity of the students. [3] This takes in years reception (45) to year six (1011). Business Office, Phone: I have two children who are both students at Putney. Departments: From 'Putney Young Musician of the Year' to Putney High Choral Society and a host of classical concerts, there's a lot to look forward to. We are part of the Girls Day School Trust the UKs leading network of independent girls schools, with 25 schools and academies united in one purpose: to help every girl fulfil her potential and to lead the way in providing an unrivalled education. Departments: I am thrilled to have a chance to add my voice to the Putney community along with my son. Mrs Page-Roberts gained her B.Ed (Hons) at the University of Chichester, where she majored in English. Each community member becomes fully themselves herebut there is no type.. Email: jbarrengos@putneyschool.org People are really passionate about the school. B.F.A. Its so amazingly awesome to teach and create curriculum and work with students in surprising and super interesting ways. Other Programs, Science and Humans in the Natural World Teacher, Phone: 802-387-6237 Email: kpeknik@putneyschool.org As a natural consequence of modern slavery, you are bullied. In her spare time, Miss Franks enjoys dress making and she endures running! Head of School's Office. Along with my husband and 13-year-old son, we spend a lot of time cheering our team! It is truly a gift to work in the Development Office at The Putney School. Combined with career and entrepreneurship programmes and specialist World Class Universities support, youll be well prepared as you decide on applications and embark on the next stage of your learning. Ms Barden read Natural Sciences at Durham University. Dining Services, Phone: Putneys difference centers on its purpose; were all about creating a space through which students can take substantive responsibility for themselves and their community. Mr Roland Devitt. The Putney School is a co-educational boarding school for grades 9-12 founded in 1935 By Carmelita Hinton. Im a lover of children and animals. We live on our family farm in Rockingham, VT. At Putney its normal to be so multi-faceted. I love weaving, traveling, and exploring different cultures and foods. Ph.D. University of California, Irvine, Phone: 802-387-7332 Library Department. Plant Staff, History Teacher, Long Fall Coordinator, and Rowing Coach, B.A. The strong sense of community is what brought me to Putney, and the opportunity to work with such interesting students, and such a dedicated and competent team of faculty and staff is what keeps me here. I grew up in New England and after spending some time away in Baltimore and Los Angeles, I was happy to return. Departments: Departments: Email: KWhite@putneyschool.org After years of inner-city teaching (in NYC and LA), it is a privilege to be on Putneys bucolic hill working to ensure access for all who wish to call it home. Here we know there is no average learner, there is no normal. Middlebury College Email: tgangle@putneyschool.org We have an ethos of modern scholarship which makes learning challenging, fun and relevant. Email: dobrien@putneyschool.org I teach Math and Science. Dr Brandons first degree is from Kings College London, where she studied Musicology. You work alongside your friends, and you get to interact with new people that you might not otherwise have met. Email: rmuller@putneyschool.org State University of NY College of Environmental Science and Forestry I have been working in fundraising since 1995and in this role since 2006. The Putney School 418 Houghton Brook Road Putney, Vermont 05346 802.387.5566 info@putneyschool.org Email: cfairchild@putneyschool.org Commendations - Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2022, TES Independent Senior School of the Year 2022 Shortlist. Each individual is seen, heard, valued and challenged to be his or her best self. Over the last fourteen years, Mr Miller has worked in both the state and independent sectors (co-ed and single sex) in the UK and internationally, including seven years at the British School of Tokyo, Japan. bCRE-Pro Blackbaud University If you work as a member of support staff, it is even worse. So few individuals get a chance to experience their lifes purpose and walk the path of their soul journey. Email: hschmidt@putneyschool.org Health Office Manager Email: rolivan@putneyschool.org Antioch New England Graduate School, Phone: 802-387-6223 Dining Services, B.A. Dr Brandon is committed and passionate about offering a broad range of co-curricular experiences to our pupils and also developing meaningful connections with our local community and beyond. Plant Staff. Departments: Email: jtevolini@putneyschool.org Bread Loaf School of English, Middlebury College, Phone: 802-387-6260 However, during urgent events, visit www.sd43.bc.ca to ensure you receive the most accurate and up-to-date information. Outside of work, I hike, garden, play music on a daily basis and generally take advantage of the beautiful Southern Vermont landscape with my faithful English Setter Aesop. UC Santa Barbara To contact our admissions office: (802) 387-6201; acunningham@putneyschool.org. A.D. Peabody Conservatory of Johns Hopkins University, Phone: Departments: Departments: Shanta Lees photojournalism and art criticisms have been featured on Vermont Public Radio (VPR.org) and her investigative reporting has been in The Commons weekly newspaper covering Windham County, VT. Shanta Lee is the 2020 recipient of the Arthur Williams Award for Meritorious Service to the Arts and 2020 and named as Diode Editions full-length book contest winner for her June 2021 debut poetry compilation, GHETTOCLAUSTROPHOBIA: Dreamin of Mama While Trying to Speak Woman in Woke Tongues which has received an honorable mention for the Sheila Margaret Motton prize and has been reviewed by the Poetry Foundation (written by Ryo Yamaguchi) and Seven Days (written by Skye Jackson). With sustainability, community building, and diversity woven into the fabric of our life here at Putney, students develop a well-rounded view of the world and the skills needed to thrive in itand shape it. Scholantis Web Edition - Powerful Solutions for Schools University of Hartford Founded in 1893 it is a member of the Girls' Day School Trust, a union of 26 schools with 19,500 students and 3,500 staff. M.A. Columbia University Teachers College Email: pstickney@putneyschool.org M.A. Department Heads, Alumni & Development, B.A. The best schools are fun, supportive and inspirational environments for young enquiring minds. Plant Staff, Phone: 802-387-8585 Library Department, Parent Apr 12 2018 Health Services. Placing importance on a wide range of endeavors,students work with their hands as well as minds, often integrating the two. She quickly grew to become Gifted & Talented Coordinator, before taking on the role of Director of Research, Learning and Outreach in 2018. Departments: Art Department, Farm Staff, B.S. I am continually surprised by the down to earth traditions of Putney. It has been a privilege to be surrounded by these seasonal forces of nature and human exploration; shifting and growing together. When not teaching, you can find me riding my bike around town, baking bread, and listening to sad old country songs. M.A. Email: zparker@putneyschool.org Lessons are inspiring, exploring everything from entrepreneurship and oracy to designing a sustainable future. I love a good cause and Im passionate about working as a databasemanagerfor an organization that is so focused on sustainabilityand educating youngpeople togo out there and make a difference. I now work in a place where I can, and must, do them all. She was then appointed to her current role as Junior School Deputy Head (Pastoral) in September 2017. Karla Baldwin College Counselor John Barrengos Director of Admission and Financial Aid Jessica Batten Dance Program Director Allison Baum Gray House Dorm Faculty Peter Blair Plant Staff Melissa Bliznak Student Accounts/Accounts Payable Specialist Lynn Brennan Math Teacher and Cross Country Coach John Buser Mental Health Counselor Kevin Champney Email: mfarthing@putneyschool.org Putney High School is all of that and more We are high-achieving and down-to-earth and offer an academic and broad curriculum with a very modern edge. I have been seen in local productions with Main Street Arts and the Wild Goose Players. Plus v high chance of entry into the senior school. The you-never-know-what-the-day-will-bring nature of maintaining The Putney Schools buildings and grounds has proved to be a rewarding change and a pan of the beautiful vistas all around campus is sufficient to alleviate the stress from most any day. Other Programs, English and Humans in the Natural World Teacher, Phone: English Department, I love how there is no such thing as a classic Putney student. Science Department. To achieve this, our students partake in a variety of leadership and decision-making roles, work on our 500-acre farm, participate in sports, apprentice with local artisans, and express themselves through the performing arts. The independent residential high school has 110 employees, ranging from the head of school to gardener, from teachers to maintenance staff; it also includes a couple of farmers, as well as fundraising professionals. Teachers College, Columbia University Putney high is a 3mile heavy traffic (25 mins drive each way) but feels right from ethos and academic rigour. Marlboro College Email: kwolfe@putneyschool.org Director of Center for Teaching and Learning, A.L.B. After studying educational leadership with the Klingenstein Center (Teachers College Columbia University) last year, I just arrived at Putney eager to learn and teach alongside curious students and knowledgeable faculty. Departments: Union Institute and University Department Heads, M.F.A. In my twenties, I lived in the UK for 4 years, completed my B.A. Email: sharkins@putneyschool.org She previously taught at Rochester Grammar School as Second in Department. Putney has taught me that I need to be a person who takes an active role in our world. Often referred to as simply Putney,[1] the school admits students from the ages 4-18. Administration, I came to Putney as a teaching intern out of grad school for civil engineering. Phone: 802-387-7320 Departments: Every year I found myself more and more drawn to the place and the people. I teach at Putney because here I have the opportunity to teach math the best way I know how, rather than the way everyone does it. Departments: Departments: I was born and raised in Honduras, Central America. International & ESOL, History and Humans in the Natural World Teacher, B.A. Update my browser now, Places are available for Year 2 entry in September 2023 - To register for one of our open mornings, Copyright 2023 Hurlingham School. Whatever it is, I dont scare my students, I make them laugh and they learn without fear of judgement. Our school strives to keep our community informed. She was an early adopter of our Coaching Programme, contributing to the collaborative culture that exists here at Putney. Email: mogden@putneyschool.org Protest has turned to action at Putney High School, The Addams Family - A Year 12/13 Production, Product Marketing Manager at Google - PIE Talk, Ms Lucy Colegate (School Governance Manager), Mr Martin Pilkington (GDST Head of Governance), We are inquisitive, intellectually curious, and love learning, We act with integrity, kindness and a sense of moral purpose, We are a collaborative and democratic community, We are innovative and genuinely open to new ideas, We are ambitious, bold and unafraid of excellence. 802-387-2305 (fax) Its not rocket science. Often referred to as simply Putney,[1] the school admits students from the ages 418. The Putney School, located in southern Vermont, is small and located on a dairy farm. More about why I create/artist statement: I love extending an invitation into my world and passions through my photography, poetry, and prose. Ed. Everyone here, students and adults alike, wants you to to succeed. Departments: In the senior school, there are about 257 in a class and each year has an intake of about 110, so 4 classes a year. She continued with her musical studies there, leading to the completion of her PhD in 2008. Then I came to Putney for round one: (1999-2001), followed by graduate school in quantitative ecology and then by four years in the energy industry. Here are those important dates for your diary. Outside of school, Mr Miller is keen to take on new challenges, one such highlight was his successful completion of the Virgin London Marathon for the Make-a-Wish charity in 2018. Email: mreuter@putneyschool.org Adjunct Faculty, B.A. Williams College I have been involved in music my entire life and have worked in classical and jazz, in concert and recording, performing as well as mixing and engineering, and the whole time I have been actively teaching and in education. I live in Dummerston with my partner and our adorable goats. Departments: They don't learn their grades . Tufts University I love learning about people and hearing their truths. & B.A. William Smith College Putney High School is a member of the Girls' Day School Trust, a union of 26 schools with 19,500 students and 3,500 staff. Adolescence is a critical stage of brain development. L.E.A., ESIT B.A. I love to travel, learn about different cultures, spend time outdoors and be active. We are delighted to have been named nationally in the top 2 schools for sport. Admission Office, Putney is a community of learners that offers permission for us each to be ourselves and to pursue our best selves. Boarding High School NAIS Member Private TABS Member Vermont Applying Application Deadline January 15 Application Fee $25 Interview Required Yes Required/Recommended Tests How to Apply Visit Campus Learn More Tuition Yearly Tuition Departments: Math Department. Phone: Fill out an inquiry form to get started, Progressive Education for a Sustainable Future. Departments: Email: awhite@putneyschool.org Director International Student Program and ESOL Teacher, B.A. Email: jtribuna@putneyschool.org School Sport Magazine has named Putney High as one of the UK's top 5 schools for sport. Email: adougan@putneyschool.org Savannah College of Art and Design Helping a student get past a math-phobia or to gain new appreciation for math is the BEST! Email: kmccorvy@putneyschool.org We are part of the Girls Day School Trust the UKs leading network of independent girls schools, with 25 schools and academies united in one purpose: to help every girl fulfil her potential and to lead the way in providing an unrivalled education. After completing her undergraduate degree she worked at JP Morgan Investment Bank for five years before embarking on her true passion for teaching and education with a PGCE in Secondary Science from University of Roehampton. There is room here for each individual to grow and shine. I havent taught anywhere other than Putney and Im not sure I ever could. Nikolas B on Google (March 8, 2020, 1:17 am) school good. It boasts newsreaders, Conservative politicians and actors among. Putneys commitment to finding joy in the natural world, in hard work and in the creative process brought me here and keep me here. Putney High School is one of the UK's leading schools, with a reputation for providing the challenge of a rich and broad education for bright girls aged 4 18. Phone: 802-387-6220 My dreams have come true. In my free time, I have an interest in literature and philosophy which I pursue as a hobby and have also been known to swing a ping-pong paddle from time to time. From inspirational talks and musical performances, to careers fairs, drama productions and prizegiving. For more than 75 years, The Putney School has been at the forefront of the progressive school movement. Email: awhaley@putneyschool.org Or, most simply, how can I share the sense or soul of a place with someone who may not ever travel there? Average Interview. My favorite class this term is actually calculus, which is strange because Ive never loved math, ever. Dining Services, Phone: 802-387-6242 It is exciting to be at the source of her inspiration. Im proud to say that my experiences in life have been amazingly embraced years and years of Putney students. English Department, Phone: Ever keen to try something new, his recent projects include programmingdrones in Year 9 Computinganddesigning a robotics table for his Year 7 Robotics club. I enjoy the contrasts between the finite world of agriculture and the infinite opportunities in the classroom. Art Department, I graduated from the school of laws and practiced law prior to moving to North Carolina in 2002. University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Phone: 802-387-6247 I am interested in how to cultivate both creativity and critical thinking as students find their authority as learners. I love spending time with family and friends, playing soccer, snowboarding, gardening, and finding other reasons to be outside. Email: GKessler@putneyschool.org A member of the Girls' Day . We value collaboration more than competition. Music at Putney High School 1993 Magazine Staff List 1999 Magazine STAFF LIST 2000 Magazine MUSIC REPORT 1989 Magazine . Plant Staff, B.A. Miss Franks read Applied Social Sciences at Kingston University and gained her PGCE, specialising in English, at Wolverhampton University. Read More > Director of Elm Lea Child Care and Early Childhood Educator, Phone: 802-387-8585 I live for my family and the joy I get from sharing with students the physical and emotional bond that can exist between humans and horses, not to mention the amazing feel of connecting with a horse by riding it. Health Services. Email: sdunbar@putneyschool.org Curiosity brought me here. Adjunct Faculty, English Department Chair and English Teacher, B.A. Email: ccuerdon@putneyschool.org Creativity is fully supported and cultivated. Tyler Purdey on Google (February 27, 2020, 8:12 am) Great . Schedule a Visit Departments: Director of College Counseling and 12th Grade Class Dean, Phone: 802-387-6227 Departments: In 2004 I set up my own studio in my home in West Brattleboro where I currently do my clay work. Departments: Mr Andy Thwaite - Howarth. Immediately, I knew this was a place I wanted to continue to work at rather than just in the summers. Department Heads, From the food to the reflective and educational conversations during our opening meetings every year, to the purposeful nature of our work with the students, Putney is exceptionally REAL. Python becomes a modern language for Putneys next generation of digital nomads. Departments: Putney High School's headmistress said it was the death of Sarah Everard in March 2021 that triggered the change By Janet Eastham 29 August 2021 7:31pm A top private school for girls in. Email: swiles@putneyschool.org Im chipping away at life goal to ride my bike 50 miles in all 50 states and hike all 115 peaks above 4,000 ft in the northeast. Departments: MA New York University I was unsure where this path was goingto lead me, but I am pleased to say I have never been happier. We have stayed because we love the school and way of life. She went on to gain a PGCE in Secondary music from the Institute of Education, while combining her studies with offering free music tuition as part of a community music project in Elephant and Castle. Department Heads, Departments: Mrs Heidi Armstrong Head of Senior School Phoebe Bradley Deputy Head Academic Mrs Pippa Gilbert Deputy Head Academic Dr Jane Brandon Deputy Head Co-curricular and Outreach Mr James Mutton Deputy Head Digital Innovation and Curriculum Ms Ella Barden Deputy Head Wellbeing Ms Kate Molan Director of Sixth Form Junior School Mrs Pippa Page-Roberts