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Shapwick Prep pupils are banded into small, comfortable groups where they learn with others of the same age. Pupils study Maths and English every morning to focus on their essential literacy and numeracy skills. The afternoon timetable is then dedicated to a variety of subjects including:
- Art & Design
- Design & Technology
- Drama
- Geography
- History
- ICT
- Music
- PE & Games
- PSHE&C (Personal, Social, Health Education & Citizenship)
- Religious Education
- Science
All studies are based broadly on the National Curriculum, adapted where necessary to meet each individual’s requirements and sympathetic to the challenges presented by dyslexia.
The children are given English prep (i.e. homework) every Monday and Maths prep every Thursday. This is completed at school with teacher support between 4.10pm and 5.00pm before day pupils leave.
Although the Preparatory and Senior School are located on different campuses both school communities work closely together. Younger pupils visit the Senior site frequently for PE/games and other subjects. Many staff work across both locations so the transition between sites at the age of 13 is very natural.
Shapwick Prep staff strive to make learning fun and interactive. Regular trips and visits are organised to broaden pupils’ learning experiences.
