Introducing Life in Years 7 & 8

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Introducing Life in Years 7 & 8 at Devonshire House Prep School Hampstead

Devonshire House, a leading private school in North London, is proud to offer an exceptional educational experience for boys in Years 7 and 8. These final two years represent a unique opportunity for pupils to grow socially, emotionally, and academically before moving on to their chosen senior schools at 13+ Common Entrance Exams.

Why Choose Devonshire House for Year 7 and Year 8?

As a highly regarded independent school in Hampstead, Devonshire House provides a tailored curriculum for boys aged 11-13. This period is critical for personal development, and our approach ensures that pupils thrive during these formative years. While many private schools in North London focus on 11+ entry, prestigious senior schools such as St. Paul’s, Westminster, and Mill Hill continue to prioritise 13+ entry, making our program an ideal stepping stone.

A Tradition of Excellence

Our Head, Henry Keighley-Elstub, writes: I left my prep school back in the Dark Ages – 1985 – at the age of 13, and for me personally, as for many other boys, too, I cannot have imagined being so confident and happy to move onto a very much larger school – Eton, in my case – at the age of 11.

At Devonshire House, we believe these two years are invaluable. Year 6 boys at age 11 may still be interested in playing football, Top Trumps and video games, while our Year 8 pupils are already designing cars, securing sponsorships, and developing entrepreneurial skills.

Academic and Leadership Opportunities

Our Year 7 entry welcomes bright new pupils who have passed our own admissions criteria, alongside those continuing from Year 6. Each boy is nurtured as a potential scholar, with opportunities to sit further senior school exams for institutions like City of London and Haberdashers’ Boys. Leadership is central to our ethos – Years 7 and 8 pupils act as role models, holding positions of responsibility and mentoring younger students, fostering empathy and confidence.

Preparing for the Future

Devonshire House is more than a private school in Hampstead; it is a community within a prep school dedicated to academic excellence and personal growth. Whether preparing for 13+ Common Entrance Exams, a scholarship or applying to a senior school for the first time, our pupils leave ready to excel at some of the best schools in North London and beyond.

Why Devonshire House Stands Out

  • Leading prep school in North London with a strong reputation.
  • Exceptional preparation for 13+ Common Entrance Exams.
  • Individualised support for academic and personal development.
  • A proven pathway to top senior schools in London and the UK.

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