Despite their best efforts to secure the school's future, including a six figure financial pledge, the parents fell just short of numbers for it to continue.

The oldest wing of the building, in which the Headmaster resided, dates back to the 14th century and was a hunting lodge belonging to John of Gaunt.

There was a chemistry lab, a library, a newly refurbished gymnasium, a chapel, a swimming pool, 8 playing fields, a 9-hole golf course, extensive dyslexia facilities, a pre-prep school and a network of computers for teachers and pupils alike to use.

The successful drum group performed at numerous prestigious locations, and reached the finals of the Music for Youth competition at the Royal Festival Hall for the last two consecutive years.

The pupils at the school played a wide variety of sports, including: Rugby, Hockey, Tennis, Netball, Lacrosse, Cricket, Basketball, Softball, Rounders, Athletics and Football (Soccer).