At King’s Academy Rowner, we are proud to support our Service children and their families. We understand that military life can bring unique opportunities as well as challenges, including deployments, exercises and frequent moves. Our aim is to ensure every Service child feels welcomed, valued and supported so that they can thrive both academically and socially.

This page brings together information about the support available in school, our popular Service Club, community events and useful organisations for Service families. You will also find details of how we use our Service Pupil Premium funding to enhance opportunities and wellbeing for our Service children.

Support for Service Families

Ms Sharpe is our dedicated Service Families Lead and is here to support children and parents throughout their time at King’s Academy Rowner. Whether your family is new to the area, preparing for a deployment, returning from an overseas posting or simply needs advice, please do get in touch.

You are welcome to speak to Ms Sharpe in school, contact the school office by telephone or email, or arrange a meeting at a convenient time.

Service Club

Our weekly Service Club, led by Mr and Mrs Connor, is a fantastic opportunity for Service children to meet others who share similar experiences, build friendships and have fun together.

Each Tuesday after school, children enjoy a wide range of activities including games, creative projects, seasonal celebrations, outdoor adventures and team challenges. The club provides a relaxed and supportive environment where children can talk, laugh, make memories and celebrate being part of our Service community. Throughout the year we also enjoy special events and visits.

Childcare Support

We know that balancing family life alongside military commitments can sometimes be challenging.

If you are eligible for childcare support through the Armed Forces or government schemes, further information can be found using the childcare funding links below. Rowner Infant make use of a local childcare provider which you can access.

Gosport Community Hub

The Community Hub at King’s Academy Brune Park offers a fantastic programme of activities specifically for Service families throughout the year.

These include family events, holiday activities, cooking sessions, social gatherings, wellbeing opportunities and much more. Visit the Gosport Community Hub website or follow them on Facebook to see the latest events and opportunities.

WEBSITE – Gosport Community Hub

FACEBOOK – Gosport Community Hub

Remembering Together

We are incredibly proud that our pupils represent King’s Academy Rowner each year at the Gosport Borough Council Remembrance Sunday Service.

Alongside pupils from our fellow KGA Hampshire schools, our children proudly present a wreath in honour of those who have served and continue to serve our country. It is always a privilege to see our pupils demonstrating such respect, pride and community spirit at this important event.

Service Pupil Premium

Service Pupil Premium funding helps schools provide additional pastoral, emotional and educational support for children from Service families.

At King’s Academy Rowner, this funding is carefully used to help children settle quickly, develop friendships, build resilience and access enriching experiences that support both their wellbeing and their learning.

Information about our current Service Pupil Premium spending and its impact can be found below.