It is well known that the benefits of an independent education are cumulative and that they make most difference to outcomes for children the earlier the investment in them is made. The small class sizes in our Prep School mean that each and every child is well known by their teachers. We regularly see the children outperform their peers in other schools, including other independent schools, having started at the same baseline.
AdmissionsIn Prep School a varied extra-curricular programme is offered with clubs at lunchtime and after school. Activities are reviewed every term. Involvement in the wide range of extra-curricular opportunities offered at Gateways is encouraged.
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Educational visits are a feature of the Prep programme and give pupils the opportunity to learn in a wider context. Visits include field trips, theatre and gallery visits and residential trips to outdoor pursuit centres to develop team building and leadership skills. Pupils have their first residential in Upper 1 (year 3). In Lower 3 (Year 6), there is an annual residential trip to London where pupils take part in sightseeing activities and see a West End show.
At Gateways we value our connection with the wider community and our Community Outreach Programme involves pupils across the school supporting both local and international charities throughout the year. Involvement in these projects promotes community awareness and compassion, creating individuals who are well-rounded and responsible global citizens.
Each year, pupils and staff vote for their charity for the next school year and the majority of fundraising throughout the year goes towards this charity. In addition Prep pupils support a chosen charity for their Harvest donations which in recent years have included St George’s Crypt and The Dog’s Trust.
Gateways Educational Trust Limited is a registered Charity No. 529206.
Gateways Educational Trust Limited is registered in England No. 702484.
