Prep Curriculum

Prep School Curriculum

At The Pilgrims’ School, we provide an ambitious and engaging curriculum that inspires every boy to achieve his full potential. Our specialist teachers bring energy and expertise to their subjects, creating a learning environment where curiosity thrives and a love of learning is nurtured. Teaching is tailored to individual strengths and interests, ensuring each boy is supported and challenged appropriately.

We believe education is a partnership between school, parents and pupils. Regular assessments, reports and parents’ evenings keep you closely informed of your son’s progress, with open communication at every stage.

The Prep journey is structured to build knowledge, confidence and independence:

Lower Prep (Years 3–4): Strong academic and pastoral foundations are established, with subject-specific teaching, setting in key subjects, daily sport and a wide range of co-curricular opportunities.
Middle Prep (Years 5–6): Teaching becomes more specialised, with setting in Maths and the introduction of Latin. Boys begin preparing for key assessments such as the Common Pre-Test.
Upper Prep (Years 7–8): Pupils are further grouped to support both challenge and achievement, with tailored pathways towards senior school entrance and scholarships, including preparation for Common Entrance and other examinations.

Throughout their time at Pilgrims’, boys benefit from a broad, balanced and well-structured curriculum that develops not only academic success, but also confidence, character and a lifelong love of learning.

English

English is the fundamental to all learning and at Pilgrims’ we provide a thorough grounding in all aspects of literacy.

All boys are encouraged to read and there are plenty of opportunities to explore the world of books.

Mathematics

At Pilgrims’, we encourage boys to become confident, independent thinkers who can question, reason and check their own work.

Science

Pilgrims’ scientists develop strong practical skills, confidence and a solid understanding of theory through hands-on, investigative learning.

French

Boys are encouraged to engage with authentic French, developing both confidence and enjoyment of the language.

Humanities

Humanities at Pilgrims’ inspires curiosity about the world, developing boys’ understanding of people, places and the past through engaging, hands-on learning.

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Music

Music and choir at Pilgrims’ play a central role in school life, offering boys outstanding opportunities to develop their musical talent, perform with confidence and be part of a rich choral tradition.

Sport

Sport at Pilgrims’ plays a key role in developing teamwork, confidence and a love of physical activity, with opportunities for all boys to participate, compete and excel.

Creative Arts

Creative Arts at Pilgrims’ encourage imagination, expression and confidence, giving boys the opportunity to explore a wide range of artistic and creative disciplines in a vibrant, supportive environment.

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Set in the heart of Winchester’s Cathedral Close, the school enjoys a unique and peaceful setting between Winchester Cathedral and Winchester College, with the city on its doorstep and the South Downs countryside just beyond.

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