Prep

A love of learning

Milbourne Lodge School prioritises a robust preparatory program to prepare pupils comprehensively for their academic journey and beyond. Rooted in a nurturing environment, the school focuses on building a strong foundation for academic success, character development, and social skills.

The curriculum aims to instil a love for learning and equip pupils with essential skills, fostering a supportive community that prepares them both academically and emotionally for future challenges.

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Years 3 & 4
Years 5 & 6
Years 7 & 8

Years 3 & 4

Ages 7 to 9

Children enter the Prep school in Year 3 and the year group comprises two parallel classes. Both classes will be taught the majority of their lessons by their respective Form Tutor but will have specialist teachers for French, Science, Art, IT and Music. This gives pupils the security of working with their Form Tutor alongside opportunities to develop and branch out under the guidance of others.

In Year 4, the year group is introduced to specialist subjects such as Latin. Pupils can then begin to fine-tune their interests.

``Milbourne is a small, quirky school that values individuality and supports pupils on their academic journeys. The daily games lessons allow for a balanced school life.``

– Milbourne Lodge School Parent

Years 5 & 6

Ages 9 to 11

Pre-Testing for entry to Senior Schools takes place in the Autumn Term of Year 6. Pupils are therefore prepared from Year 5 for the various requirements for this. Pupils receive designated lessons that focus on Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning, along with significant preparation for the different styles of interview which they will inevitably face.

It is our aim in these crucial years to ensure our pupils feel confident and ready for the rigours of Pre-Testing. However, this does not take away from the curriculum’s breadth and depth. Our pupils have many opportunities to express themselves in Art, IT, Music, Sport and during Extra-Curricular activities such as Debate Club, Chatterbooks and Drama Club.

By Year 6 pupils’ personalities have truly begun to flourish. The more they engage with one another, the better their fluency, articulation and communication skills become. This is testimony to the work, experience, skill and encouragement of the academic staff.

Throughout these two years they face a diverse set of challenges. Ancient Greek is also introduced to the curriculum in Year 6.

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We warmly welcome families during term time, offering tailored personal tours on a day that suits you.

Enjoy an informative meeting with Mrs Waite, who will chat to you about your child and what Milbourne can do for them, and answer any questions you may have, followed by a guided tour of the school.

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Years 7 & 8

Ages 11 to 13

The curriculum for the final two years in the Prep School is planned around preparing pupils for the rigours of Senior School life and preparing some for Scholarship examinations. All our boys and girls attain the highest academic standards required to enter the best Independent Senior Schools in the country and they move smoothly from Milbourne to the next stage of their education.

We know that our children really thrive on the opportunities and the possibilities opened up to them as they explore, connect and develop on a rich diet of academic stimulus and regular outdoor activities.

Critical Thinking, Drama and Spanish are introduced in Years 7 & 8 and pupils have the opportunity to take part in a wide range of field studies and trips.

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Children who join Milbourne Lodge develop their confidence and gain a genuine love for learning, putting them on the path to success.

Your child's learning journey

Reception

4 - 5 yrs old

Years 1 & 2

5 - 7 yrs old

Years 3 & 4

7 - 9 yrs old

Years 5 & 6

9 - 11 yrs old

Years 7 & 8

11 - 13 yrs old

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