Pupils in Preparatory School have extensive opportunities to experience the world beyond the classroom. We believe in shaping well-rounded individuals by offering a wealth of opportunities that broaden horizons, build confidence and spark curiosity.
Our extensive extra-curricular programme is designed for pupils to immerse themselves in opportunities that enrich their educational journey.
Trips and visitors: Pupils benefit from a range of day trips and in-school visitors that support and extend classroom learning. Pupils in Year 2 upwards experience thrilling residential trips where they explore new environments, embrace independence and make lasting memories.
Clubs and activities: We offer a comprehensive programme of clubs before school, at lunchtime, and after school; everything from fencing to Swim Academy, crafts to cooking, sign language to STEM, book club to badminton, Mandarin and more.
Leadership opportunities: We are committed to developing young leaders by fostering essential leadership qualities form a young age. Confidence, responsibility and communication skills are nurtured through meaningful opportunities to lead and represent their peers through roles such as, Class Ambassadors, School Councillor, Prep Prefects, Anti-Bullying Ambassadors, Play Leaders and Pupil Mentors
Public speaking: From an early age, pupils are provided with regular opportunities to speak and present in front of an audience. All year groups lead assemblies, while our pupils in Year 6 pupils take on more formal public speaking roles including leading services in our school chapel and our local church, and delivering speeches at the annual prize-giving ceremony.
Singing and instruments: Music is an integral part of school life. We are fortunate to have nine peripatetic instrumental teachers, thriving choirs, three rock bands, a growing orchestra and an exciting musical programme of concerts, recitals and competitions throughout the year.
Drama and performance: All pupils can shine in our annual productions held in our historic Victorian theatre, empowering children to step outside their comfort zones and experience the thrill of performance.
Sports team fixtures: Pupils participate in a wide variety of competitive sports, representing the school in fixtures against other independent schools including cricket, rugby, netball, hockey, football and rounders.
House events: Our long-standing House system fosters a sense of community, belonging and healthy competition. Every pupil from Reception onwards is a member of a House, participating in inter-house activities such as Sports Day, fundraising initiatives, quizzes and more.
Charity and community engagement: We actively promote a culture of service and social responsibility. Pupils regularly organise and take part in charitable activities to support local, national and international causes. Recent beneficiaries of pupils’ generosity include Compton Care, Macmillan and Link to Hope.
Competitions: Pupils are encouraged to take part in a range of competitions in the visual arts, music, and sport, including those at regional and national level. These experiences help to build confidence, recognise achievement, and inspire excellence.
Weekly enrichment for Years 3 – 6
In addition to the wide-ranging opportunities listed above, pupils in Years 3 – 6 also participate in weekly timetabled enrichment sessions. These sessions offer the chance to explore new interests and include crime scene investigation, school newspaper, cookery, chess, mindfulness, mandarin and more.
