How to choose a prep school
Finding the right prep school is one of the most important decisions parents can make, says Michelle Botha of Portland Place School
“Thank goodness I was never sent to school; it would have rubbed off some of the originality,? Beatrix Potter once said. But schooling has changed tremendously since Beatrix Potter?s days. Gone is the archaic view of pupils being seen and not heard ? pupils are treated as the individuals that they are. Modern classrooms use interactive technology and pupils are taught to question. They discover their individual interests in lessons and through extracurricular opportunities. An exciting education that nurtures, challenges and requires commitment gives pupils confidence to tackle the more daunting subjects in which they may struggle. These pupils develop into well-rounded and resilient individuals with skills that will stay with them throughout their adult lives. Some prep schools have a stringent exam focus with the 11+ taking precedence over their Year 6. This is suited to some children but not every 10 year old is ready to face those pressures. While we all want our children to succeed, it is their enjoyment and curiosity to learn that will give them an edge in a future where knowledge and skills become obsolete very quickly. When selecting a junior or prep school, parents should bear in mind a number of factors: their child?s disposition and interests, the type of education they want them to experience (traditional, modern, single sex,...
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