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Into the Wild: How Outdoor Education Shapes Life Skills at Surbiton High School
We caught up with Mr Payne, Head of Outdoor Education, to explore why Outdoor Education is such a cornerstone of the Senior School experience. Here, learning isn’t confined to the classroom. From bushcraft…
Exploring the Outdoors: Forest School at Surbiton High School Prep Schools
At Surbiton High School, our Forest School programme brings our motto, “May Love Always Lead Us”, to life. Here, pupils are encouraged to care for living things, explore the natural environment, and…
A Morning with Annie: The Girls’ Prep’s Beloved Cavapoo
Catching up with Mrs Blight, Annie’s guardian at the Girls’ Prep School, is always a treat – especially when Annie herself is involved! Annie, a two-year-old Cavapoo from Birmingham, is…
Finding Their Voice: How Surbiton High Girls’ Prep Nurtures Confident and Courageous Communicators
Written by Mrs Catherine Morrod, Year 6 Teaching Assistant and Head of Debate Club – Surbiton High Girls’ Prep School Why Communicating Clearly Matters at a Girls’ Prep School Communicating…
Igniting Curiosity and Wonder Through Science and STEM
Written by Mrs Kate Pink, Assistant Head – Staff Development (GP) At the heart of Science and STEM learning at Surbiton High School Girls’ Prep School, an independent private school…
Academic Progress and Goal Setting at the Boys’ Prep School
Academic Progress Monitoring At Surbiton High Boys’ Prep School — a leading Boys’ Private School and highly regarded Boys Prep School in Surrey — academic progress is seen not as…
Helping Children Stay Motivated After the Christmas Break
Start of Spring Term The return to normality after the Christmas holidays can be a challenging adjustment for the whole family. Children have grown accustomed to a different rhythm to…
Starting a New Term at a Boys’ Preparatory School
Returning to school after the Christmas break can be a big change for boys and parents alike. At Surbiton High Boys’ Prep School, the start of term is designed to help boys settle back quickly, feel confident…
Keeping Children Motivated Through Autumn and Winter
As autumn settles in and winter approaches, many families notice that children’s motivation can dip. Shorter days, colder weather, and darker evenings often make it harder to stay active, engaged,…
Choosing the Right Senior School: A Guide for Families
Choosing the right Senior School in the UK is one of the most important decisions a family can make. Whether you’re just beginning to explore your options or preparing for…
