Prep at Somerhill
One way of living but two ways of learning
In our prep years (girls 7 to 11 and boys 7 to 13) co-education and single-sex schooling meet in perfect harmony. Our view is that prep aged pupils benefit from being separate for some aspects of their learning and together for others. With boys and girls learning and developing differently at this age, a classroom setting in which they can be uninhibited and where the teaching is tailored to them is of enormous educational and personal benefit.
At the same time, we recognise that it is valuable and enjoyable for children’s social development to be part of a mixed school community. Therefore, our girls and boys share break times, assemblies and co-curricular activities, and there is a thriving community of friends across the school
Our curriculum and calendar of activities offer children an all-round education in inspiring surroundings. Our pupils have the perfect balance of creative, academic and physical opportunities in a space that allows them to build self-esteem and develop resilience and emotional intelligence.
Through our innovative teaching and small class sizes, we are able to focus on the individual, fostering happiness and nurturing a passion for learning. We are proud of our excellent academic record, with many pupils going on to win scholarships and attend local grammar schools.
A flagship school for the PSB Programme
Timetabled lessons from Year 3 include art, digital literacy, engineering, English, French, games, geography, history, Latin, mathematics, music, PE/swimming, personal social and health education (PSHE), philosophy, religion and ethics, and science. All subjects are taught in single-sex classes.
We are proud to be a flagship school for the Pre-Senior Baccalaureate programme. The PSB is about challenging perceptions of school and developing a love of learning. This is best achieved by children developing a clear understanding of their skills and their areas for development.
