Mayville High School Prospectus

JUNIOR
SCHOOL
A typical day in our Junior School begins
with… a smile. One of our form teachers
will be waiting to welcome pupils at the
start of the day.
Pupils are taught in small classes by enthusiastic
teachers. The Junior School is a bright and vibrant
environment, which is structured to engage the
inquisitive minds of young children. We believe that
if pupils are happy and confident, they will be more
receptive to learning. Our rich and varied curriculum
is designed to give pupils a solid foundation on which
to build, as they progress along their educational journey.
The weekly timetable is a mix of academic, creative and
sporting experiences for pupils to enjoy. We understand
that pupils each have different strengths and interests
and provide opportunities for them to find their niche
and explore their own unique talents.
“Pupils spoke very highly of the individual support that teachers,
TAs and the DLEU give them, as they develop the skills and
confidence to overcome any personal obstacles, and to persevere
in pursuing their goals and making the most of their talents.”
ISI Inspection Report
English, Mathematics and Science form the core
of the curriculum in Key Stage 1 & 2 but pupils also
experience Languages, ICT, Sport, Art, Music and
Drama; all of which are taught by specialist teachers.
Additionally, our ‘Shine’ enrichment program offers
a diverse range of activities that pupils wouldn’t
ordinarily have access to during term time. This runs
from Reception to Year 6, on a Friday afternoon,
and is an exciting and uplifting end to the week.
We pride ourselves on our reputation for being a creative
school and know that a number of parents choose
Mayville specifically for this reason. Our independent
curriculum allows us to timetable lessons in Dance,
Music, Drama and Visual Arts, alongside regular
performance opportunities. It is our firm belief that
creativity in learning is central to the development
of essential problem-solving and lateral thinking skills,
for all children.
Beyond the classroom, regular educational trips,
excursions and a wide range of extra-curricular
activities are on offer. Residential visits start in Year 3
and give pupils the chance to strengthen friendships,
learn new skills and grow in confidence.
The three-house system (Austen, Cavell, Nelson)
provides a sense of family across age groups
and encourages friendly competition. Pupils are
encouraged to strive for excellence and compete
alongside their peers for cups in academic
achievement, conduct, sport and creative arts.
The learning experience in the Pre-Prep and Junior
School is designed to provide our pupils with a wealth
of educational and pastoral opportunities, which help
them discover a life-long love of learning and become
self-assured, happy children; ready for the next stage
in their academic lives.