Prep Learning
Prep Learning
The pupils from Year 3 to Year 6 receive vital foundations for study in a stimulating, positive and purposeful learning environment. These learning skills, combined with a curriculum focused on intellectual challenge, ensure pupils are well prepared for their next step into the Senior School.
Our approach to learning
At Cokethorpe Prep, pupils from Year 3 to Year 6 thrive in a stimulating and purposeful learning environment designed to spark curiosity and build confidence.
Classrooms are calm, focused spaces free from distractions, with displays carefully curated to reflect current learning. This approach ensures that every child can concentrate fully and engage deeply with their studies. Our curriculum follows the National Curriculum but with the freedom to offer exceptional breadth and depth, enabling pupils to explore ideas beyond its confines.
Learning is often themed across subjects, creating meaningful connections and immersing pupils in rich, creative experiences. Practical learning brings these themes to life – whether developing map-reading skills through orienteering in our beautiful grounds or cooking flatbreads around a campfire to inspire instructional writing. Trips and visits further broaden horizons and deepen understanding.
Specialist teaching
As pupils progress, specialist teaching and tailored support help them flourish. Mathematics is taught in sets from Year 5, and by Year 6 pupils are able to explore elements of ‘Further Maths’, developing problem-solving skills and intellectual confidence. Music, Drama, French, PE, and Art are taught by specialists throughout, and pupils benefit from access to Senior School facilities, a key advantage of our through-school model.
Beyond the classroom, a dynamic programme of clubs and activities – from Greek Mythology and STEM to musical theatre, archery, and chess – encourages pupils to discover new passions, collaborate across year groups, and develop creativity and resilience.
These opportunities ensure that every child leaves Prep not only well-prepared academically but inspired, confident, and ready to embrace the next stage of their education.
Where next?
Senior School Learning
Academic success is focused on the progress of the individual with high expectations of excellence for all pupils. Our ambition at Cokethorpe is to help our pupils become better, more effective learners.
Academic Enrichment
Expanding our pupils’ learning beyond the confines of the classroom and the curriculum affords them the opportunity for a greater depth of understanding, and academic independence.
Sport at Cokethorpe
Excellence at the highest level is underpinned by an ethos of participation. The parkland setting provides the perfect backdrop to the extensive facilities which contribute to Cokethorpe’s sporting reputation.
Book your tour today
Come and visit Cokethorpe, whether for an Open Morning, one of our monthly Meet the Head events, or a personal Tour, and Discover Your Cokethorpe.