Pre-Prep

A happy and sociable place, Sunny Hill Pre-Prep offers the chance for girls and boys aged 4 - 7 to begin school life in an exciting and caring environment, where the discovery of nature within our beautiful surroundings enhances their learning experience.

The Reception class is the the start of full-time education at 4 years of age. Within the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum carefully planned activities and play allow children to develop their natural curiosity and have fun as they embark on their educational journey. Firm foundations for learning are established.

A smooth transition is made into Prep 1 and 2 and the start of Key Stage 1 where learning is developed through activity, inquiry and creativity, and where caring behaviour and personal achievement are celebrated.

In a safe and secure setting, creative and enthusiastic teachers offer the best start for a young enquiring mind.  A love of literature is encouraged and pupils enjoy making books and performing their own stories. Numeracy is developed through active learning and investigation where the most able pupils are extended with open-ended problem-solving tasks. Languages are taught by specialist teachers with emphasis on making learning fun through games and speaking activities. Music is fostered at an early age with all pupils learning to play the recorder and many having individual music lessons. Pupils experience a variety of sport and games through the regular physical education programme delivered by specialist teachers.

We believe that our happy and caring environment offers a wonderful opportunity for children to discover the world, make friends, develop skills and nurture a life-long enthusiasm for learning.