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Advertising Feature by Beechwood Park School
Michaelmas Term Open Morning
Friday 10 October at 9am
Situated in 60 acres of stunning parkland just 8 miles from Harpenden and 10 miles from St Albans, Beechwood Park offers a uniquely child-centred learning environment for boys and girls aged 3 to 13. Come along to our Open Morning and meet our Head, Mr Christian Pritchard, hear from our pupils about their Beechwood Park experience, and tour our spectacular site with our enthusiastic pupil guides. We look forward to welcoming you.
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Click here to register to visit us on Friday 10 October
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