Thought-leadership
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…
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…
What to look for at a School Open Event: A Parent’s Guide
Open events are a valuable opportunity to see a school in action, meet staff and pupils, and get a feel for whether it might be the right fit for your…
AI and knowledge: Do we need to know anything?
Written by Mr Matthew Shoults, Principal, Surbiton High School Are Graduates Ready for the Modern Workplace? Employers regularly complain that graduates emerge into the jobs market without the skills for…
A Platform For All
Why helping pupils to find their voice in school is so important, and possible. We are often given the impression that the current generation of teenagers are terrified at the…
The Benefits of Competitive Sport for Children
The structured environment of competitive sport offers a unique and invaluable complement to a child’s development; competitive sport is not merely about physical exertion, it’s a tool for character building,…
The Power of Experiential Learning in Education
The ever-evolving landscape of education demands innovative pedagogical approaches. Experiential learning, an educational approach where pupils learn through direct experience and reflection, has been shown to offer numerous benefits, including…
