The first step of an educational journey
The RGS Worcester Family of Schools have three Pre-Prep School settings at RGS Springfield and RGS The Grange in Worcester, and RGS Dodderhill in Droitwich. Pre-Prep is the first stage of a child’s educational journey after Reception class, and covers Year One and Year Two here at The RGS Worcester Family of Schools.
fostering a love of learning that will stay with them throughout their academic journey.
Teaching and Learning Approaches
Pre-Prep School is an exciting and dynamic learning environment designed to build on the foundations of Reception and ignite your child’s natural curiosity. Our approach is topic-based, and each topic is carefully planned to cover a wide range of subjects, including English, Maths, Geography, History, Art, and Science. Using a deliberately creative and imaginative approach, we fully immerse your child in their learning, connecting ideas and themes and fostering a love of learning that will stay with them throughout their academic journey.
Individual Focus
Our small class sizes allow our teachers to give individual focus to each child, nurturing them as individuals, boosting their self-esteem and providing a solid stepping stone to Prep School. Your child can work at their own pace, with stretch and support from teaching staff whenever required.
“the youngest prep school pupils generate rich language, encouraged by teaching that skilfully encourages pupils to experiment in their written and spoken expression.” – ISI inspection
Key Learning Areas
Our three Pre-Prep Schools are dedicated to providing children with a strong foundation for their academic journey by covering the following key areas of learning:
- English language development, including phonics, reading, writing, and grammar
- Mathematics, covering a range of concepts such as counting, addition, subtraction, and shape recognition
- Science, exploring the natural world and introducing scientific concepts such as observation and experimentation
- History, providing an introduction to key historical events and figures
- Geography, covering topics such as maps, landmarks, and different cultures around the world
- Art, encouraging creativity and self-expression through a range of mediums such as painting, drawing, and collage
- Music, introducing rhythm, melody, and musical concepts through songs and games
- Physical Education, promoting physical development and fundamental movement skills through activities such as running, jumping, and throwing
- Social and emotional development, supporting children in developing self-awareness, self-regulation, and positive relationships with others
- Digital literacy, introducing computer skills and promoting responsible and safe technology use.
immaculate subject-based classrooms, outdoor classrooms, sports halls, ict suites, play areas and playing fields, catering suites, tennis courts and forest schools.
Extensive Facilities
Our small class sizes allow our teachers to give individual focus to each child, nurturing them as individuals, boosting their self-esteem and providing a solid stepping stone to Prep School. Your child can work at their own pace, with stretch and support from teaching staff whenever required.
Our Pre-Prep School settings at our junior schools benefit from extensive facilities, including; immaculate subject-based classrooms, outdoor classrooms, sports halls, ICT suites, play areas and playing fields, catering suites, tennis courts and Forest Schools.
Our Co-curricular activities and clubs offer an exceptional opportunity for your child to enrich their learning experience beyond the classroom. We are committed to providing a diverse range of activities that will broaden your child’s horizons and inspire their passions. Our mission is to expose your child to a wide spectrum of opportunities that encourage exploration, talent discovery, and the development of lifelong interests.
With over 70 clubs on offer across the Prep Schools, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Exciting New Experiences
We provide rich and exciting experiences with regular trips, visitors, and plenty of opportunities for hands-on investigation and problem-solving. Our Digital Learning Programme (DLP) promotes profound thinking skills and independent learning and is taught alongside traditional teaching methods. As part of our blended learning philosophy, children are introduced to our DLP during Pre-Prep School, and class iPads are provided to help develop their literacy and numeracy skills.
Building and Nurturing Confidence
In Year Two at RGS The Grange, children have the opportunity to go on their first residential school trip, where they develop independence, improve confidence, and embed relationships. This is a very exciting time for them, and they return with strengthened social skills and friendship groups, more independent and resilient from overcoming challenges.
Our Pre-Prep School is also an excellent platform for children to become familiar with Prep School departments, facilities, and teachers, ensuring a smooth transition as they move into the next stage of their academic journey. We aim to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes a love of learning, creativity, and individuality, setting the foundations for a successful academic career.
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