Years 7 & 8 at Shrewsbury House
White shirts. Discovery Programme. Innovation Programme. Prefects. House Captains. Colours and Awards. Scholarship and Common Entrance preparation. Buddy system. And much much more…
While every year at Shrewsbury House is vital, with each one building upon the last, our final two years in Years 7 and 8 are particularly special.
These years add the finishing touch to an already impressive foundation, completing the journey in a way that makes everything fall into place.
Years 7 and 8 at Shrewsbury House School are the perfect opportunity for pupils to solidify their academic foundations and embrace the leadership opportunities that prepare them for the future. These years provide a sense of closure and accomplishment, with exciting challenges and new experiences that build confidence and skills for the next stage.
Why Stay at Shrewsbury House School for Years 7 and 8?
We recognise that boys mature at varying rates, both emotionally and physically, as they transition toward their teenage years. Research highlights the importance of allowing time for boys to develop fully, so they can showcase their abilities at their best. At Shrewsbury House School, we ensure that these young men have the time and support they need in their final two years, enabling them to flourish academically, personally and socially before moving on to senior schools.
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Shrewsbury House is a Prep School with both a primary and secondary component to our School. So, instead of our boys in Years 7 and 8 being a small fish in a large pond in a senior school in Year 7, where the focus is decidedly geared towards GCSE and A-levels, our boys are reaching the pinnacle of their time at Shrewsbury House. Senior tutor groups are purposely small, allowing tutors to provide the support and guidance that the boys need at this age. Likewise, the boys also continue to have small class sizes in Years 7 and 8 and the attention they need to thrive. The boys are trusted to lead others, and look after the younger boys, and we take these positions of responsibility seriously as part of our emphasis on character development. Year 8 is really special for them. What better opportunity to foster leadership skills and prepare for the rigours of GCSE through the various Common Entrance and Scholarship assessments, in an environment which boys understand, and where our provision keeps the options completely open for them, while their bodies and minds are changing? |
There are lots of opportunities to hold positions of responsibility (music, charity, sustainability, English, head chorister, house captains, younger years prefects, drama, sport etc). The boys take their duties seriously and their voices are heard.
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Innovation Programme
The Innovation Programme is a forward-looking part of Year 8, giving boys the opportunity to explore ideas that move beyond the usual boundaries of IT, Art and Design Technology. These lessons create a purposeful space to experiment, collaborate and approach challenges in original ways. Inspired by interdisciplinary thinkers such as Leonardo da Vinci, the programme encourages boys to question, imagine and understand how innovation influences the world around them. Through hands-on projects and guided exploration, pupils develop their creative and analytical thinking while considering the wider responsibilities that come with new ideas. It enriches the Year 7 and 8 experience at Shrewsbury House, supporting boys as they grow into independent thinkers ready for the next stage of their education.
Discovery Programme
The Discovery Programme is offered to all boys in Years 7 and 8. These lessons go beyond the regular curriculum, offering a space to think deeply and to explore new avenues without worrying about grades. They are a way to expand pupils’ perspectives and develop their appetite for learning. It also allows them to make choices, taking ownership of their learning, nurturing the variety of interests and talents of our pupils and building their confidence.
Senior boys (Years 7 and 8), rave about the Discovery Programme, delivered during a double period on Friday. ‘It gives the teachers the chance to share their passions’ explained one. ‘It is incredible’ said another. Photography, battle strategies, ancient Greece, German, exploratory science (the discovery of DNA) and ‘Maths in the World’ all feature..
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Seminar Series
This programme is further enriched by our Seminar Series, which takes place twice a term with guest speakers providing thought-provoking talks and lectures from a range of different backgrounds and experiences. The boys gain new knowledge and develop their skills of public speaking, effective questioning and critical thinking.
