Westbourne
Curriculum (Pre-Prep)

Welcome to Westbourne, the Pre-Preparatory Department of Edgbaston High School.

At Westbourne, young girls are given every encouragement to develop their character, confidence and individual strengths. From an early age, we make your daughter's personal and social development the highest priority. Pupils may join at any stage, in Nursery aged 2½, Kindergarten at 3+ or Reception at 4+. We have a superb purpose-built Nursery and specialist play areas, ICT facilities and dedicated reading areas. Parents are encouraged to register their daughters early as places are often over subscribed.

Every class, from Nursery to Reception, has a fully qualified teacher and classroom assistant. A warm,nurturing environment is created and close links with families are quickly established. The school offers a popular Holiday Club which Westbourne girls can attend.

The Pre-Prep curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) guidelines with many girls working well beyond national levels. A  good balance is created between learning through play and subject focused work. 

The curriculum is enhanced with the inclusion of ballet lessons for all girls in Westbourne and with the introduction of weekly swimming and French lessons in Reception. Our outdoor classroom also offers the opportunity to take learning outside.  

The girls are proud of their school and enjoy meeting visitors so do come for a tour when the girls are in school!  

Watch our Welcome to Westbourne video

 

 

  

"We would highly recommend Westbourne to any of our friends and colleagues. Staff take an active interest in our daughter and really focus on her individual needs."

Kindergarten Parent

Preparatory Headlines

News from Head of Prep

20 Sep 2024: This week, from Nursery to Year Six, we have begun to work on embedding our key EHS Values:  Courage | Creativity | Aspiration | Perseverance | Responsibility...

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News from Head of Prep

13 Sep 2024: It never ceases to amaze me how quickly pupils adapt to the routines of the new academic year and this week has been no exception. I was lucky enough to join...

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Prep Swim Squad Dives Back In!

13 Sep 2024: The Prep Swim Squad, featuring girls from Years 3 to 6, were excited to start back after their recent selection. Wednesday morning was a sight and sound to...

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Countdown to Whole School Open Morning

13 Sep 2024: On Saturday 21 September, we will be opening our doors to all families considering Edgbaston High School for their daughter's education in September 2025....

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