Phonological Awareness in Nursery
Mrs Szpakowski, Head of Nursery at Devonshire House Preparatory School At a recent parent meeting I was asked ‘when was phonics introduced in UK schools?’ I had no idea –…
World Mental Health Day – Let’s get outdoors!
Mrs Peacock. Forest School Leader and Reception Teacher at Devonshire House Preparatory School It’s World Mental Health Day on 10th October, therefore, we would like to share ways of utilising…
The Evolution of Geography Exams in Prep Schools
Ms Neagle. Head of Geography and Year 5 Form Teacher at Devonshire House Prep School I often find myself reflecting on the evolution of geographical education and assessment. Let us…
Supporting Transition from Prep School to Senior
From Tania Virdie, Teaching and Learning at JK Educate, a specialist in supporting Prep School children in their Secondary School Transition. Starting a new job as an adult can be…
Our Early Years Music Teacher
Ms Sharp teaches Music to all our Early Years children: Nursery Acorns (age 2-3), Nursery Oaks (age 3-4) and Reception, at Devonshire House, once a week. We heard you were…
Bringing Writing to Life in Prep Schools
Devonshire House Experts’ Talks Series Bringing Writing to Life in Prep Schools By Anna Rayhaman, Head of Reception at Devonshire House Prep School “I can shake off everything as…
Teaching Critical Thinking Skills in Prep Schools
Devonshire House Experts’ Talks Series Nurturing Future Leaders: The Imperative of Teaching Critical Thinking Skills in Prep Schools By Henry Keighley-Elstub, Head of Devonshire House Prep School In an…
Lessons in Resilience in Nursery
Devonshire House Experts’ Talks Series ‘I Can’t Do It’ – Lessons in Resilience in Nursery By Paula Szpakowski, Head of Devonshire House Nursery School This article is written from…
A Case Study for Picture Books at All Ages
Devonshire House Experts’ Talks Series A picture speaks a thousand words: a case for picture books at all ages in Prep Schools. By Claire El-Arifi, Deputy Head Curriculum and…
The Story of Curious Emilia
Devonshire House Experts’ Talks Series The Story of Curious Emilia By Georgiana Stefan, Oaks Nursery Teacher (age 3-4) INTRODUCTION OF THE STORY Howard Gardner is a famous developmental psychologist…
Forest School: how does it work?
Devonshire House Experts’ Talks Series Forest School: how does it work? By Lucy Peacock, Forest School Leader Many people have asked me how Forest School works exactly… …
Developing Executive Skills in a Prep School
Devonshire House Experts’ Talks Series Developing Executive Skills in a Prep School By Debbie Dixon, Head of Learning Support at Devonshire House Prep School Amy is an intelligent 14-year-old…