Giving the attention they need
Pre-Prep pupils have a busy morning, focussing on the academic subjects of English, Maths and Phonics, when pupils are full of energy and more able to concentrate. Children are taught in mixed ability classes by enthusiastic and inspiring teachers who differentiate to meet the needs of all children within their class. The effective use of our experienced Teaching Assistants ensures all children get individual attention.
Forest School
In the afternoons, children participate in practical subjects where they can be more hands-on. The school’s historic woods provide an undisturbed and inspiring setting for Forest School. Cooking over fires, problem solving and regular opportunities to develop confidence and self-esteem outside of the classroom, ensure that pupils develop a deep sense of appreciation of the natural world and a skillset that supports their learning within the classroom.
Specialist Teaching and Coaching
Specialist staff teach the children for subjects across the curriculum. From Nursery to Year 2, music is taught by our Music staff. Year 1 and 2 pupils have a weekly drama session with our Head of Drama and are introduced to self-expression and improvisation as well as body awareness and movement in dance.
The Prep School PE staff teach all pupils in Reception and Key Stage 1 every week. A carousel of gymnastics, ball skills and games ensure that pupils have every opportunity to develop physical skills and coordination, as well as sowing the seed for a love of sport. Additionally, Pre-Prep pupils can access tennis coaching, golf lessons and ballet lessons in small groups throughout the year with our School tennis coach and professional golf and ballet teachers.
