The lively and successful preparatory department is run under the auspices of the senior school and the 107 pupils benefit from the integration of senior pupils and availability of on-site senior facilities.
Four form teachers, one being the overall department head, are assisted by the classroom assistants and girls enjoy a full and varied programme. All girls study Design Technology and Information Technology alongside the common curricular subjects of English, Music, Maths, PE, History, Geography, Science, RE and Art. Girls in Year 5 & 6 also study French and individual music lessons are available in a wide variety of instruments. Group lessons are available for speech and drama. Pupils enjoy a happy, caring environment where they benefit from well-qualified staff, excellent facilities and the historical, musical and theatrical opportunities presented by the ideal location in the centre of the Barbican.
A full range of extra-curricular activities are undertaken including computing courses, ski trips, a host of sporting and musical activities plus participation in national competitions - where results have been excellent.
In their final year of the Prep Dept, girls take Key Stage 2 exams in English, Maths and Science as well as the 11+ exams in English and maths for entry to the Senior School.
A transport system is established for girls living further away from the school and after school care is available. There is a strong Parents Association.
