A Bespoke Approach to Early Education in KS1
At CHS Pre-Prep, we believe in teaching the children in front of us.
Our bespoke approach means that learning is carefully planned around the needs of each child and cohort, ensuring every pupil is supported, challenged, and inspired to thrive. With classes capped at just 10 children and weekly one-to-one teaching included, every child benefits from truly personalised attention.
Rather than expecting children to fit a predetermined programme, we adapt our teaching to reflect the children we teach, helping them develop confidence, independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Exceptional care.
Why Parents Choose CHS Pre-Prep
Five things that set our youngest school apart.
👥 Weekly 1:1 Teaching Included
Every child receives dedicated one-to-one teaching time as part of their programme, allowing us to celebrate strengths, address misconceptions, and personalise learning.
📚 Classes Capped at 10
Children thrive when they are known. Our small classes allow meaningful participation, strong relationships, and high-quality teaching tailored to individual needs.
❤️ Parent Partnership
We work alongside families to build children’s confidence and independence. Parents are valued partners in their child’s learning journey.
⭐ Personalised Learning
Learning is adapted to reflect each child’s interests, strengths, and developmental stage. Teaching groups remain flexible so children feel secure while continuing to progress.
🌐 UK Curriculum and Beyond
Children learn the skills required by the UK National Curriculum through engaging, enquiry-based learning that encourages deeper thinking.
A Typical Morning
Calm, purposeful, and full of discovery.
9:00 amWelcome and Reflection — each day begins with a calm welcome where children connect, share ideas, and prepare for the day ahead. PSHE is woven throughout.
Academic LearningWhole-class teaching, small-group learning, individual support, practical investigations, creative projects, and child-led enquiry.
🌿 WellbeingTraditional stories, games, movement breaks, discussion, and opportunities for friendship are built into every morning.
12:30 pmEnd of session — a focused morning of learning leaves plenty of time for family life, outdoor play, clubs, hobbies, and exploration.
What We Teach
Our curriculum is carefully planned around the needs of each cohort whilst maintaining high academic expectations.
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English
Reading, phonics, writing, speaking and listening
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Mathematics
Fluency, reasoning, practical maths and problem-solving
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Science
Investigation, exploration, observation and discovery
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Geography & History
Learning about the world through meaningful topics and enquiry
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Art
Creativity, imagination and self-expression
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PSHE
Confidence, resilience, kindness and emotional literacy
Life in Pre-Prep
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Learning with Wellbeing at its Heart
We believe young children learn best when they feel safe, valued, and understood.
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Family Balance
Our shorter school day provides a balance between academic challenge and the time children need for family life, play, creativity, and rest.
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Healthy Screen Habits
Screen-based learning is carefully balanced with discussion, practical tasks, offline activities, and independent exploration.
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Online Safety
As an online school, safeguarding and digital wellbeing are central to everything we do.
Support and Stretch
Every child is different.
📚 Additional Support
Some children need additional support. Our flexible teaching groups and personalised planning ensure that children are working at the right level, building secure foundations.
🚀 Greater Challenge
We work closely with families to ensure that children who are academically advanced continue to be stretched whilst developing socially and emotionally alongside their peers.
A Typical Morning at CHS Pre-Prep
Our timetable is flexible and designed around the needs of each cohort.
| Time | Activity |
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| 9:00 – 9:10 | Welcome, Reflection & Wellbeing Check-In |
| 9:10 – 9:40 | English & Phonics |
| 9:40 – 10:10 | Mathematics |
| 10:10 – 10:20 | Movement Break & Social Time |
| 10:20 – 10:50 | Topic Learning (Science, Geography or History) |
| 10:50 – 11:10 | Small Group Teaching & Personalised Learning |
| 11:10 – 11:20 | Break |
| 11:20 – 11:50 | Art, Creativity or Project-Based Learning |
| 11:50 – 12:10 | Individual Learning & Weekly 1:1 Sessions |
| 12:10 – 12:25 | Story Time, Discussion & PSHE |
| 12:25 – 12:30 | Reflection & Home Learning Preparation |
Our timetable is flexible and designed around the needs of the children in each cohort. Weekly one-to-one teaching sessions, personalised learning activities, and enrichment opportunities are built into every child’s programme.