A curriculum designed to inspire and prepare.
At St Jo’s Prep, ambition is woven into every part of our broad and dynamic curriculum. While academic, artistic and sporting excellence are all celebrated, what truly sets us apart is our forward-thinking approach to teaching and learning.

We value the best of traditional practice, while embracing innovation to ensure our pupils are equipped with the strongest possible foundations for lifelong learning. Creativity and critical thinking are nurtured from the earliest years, and STEM subjects: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, are given the emphasis they deserve in preparing children for the future.

Specialist teaching in subjects such as Spanish, Art, Science, Music and Design Technology allows every child to explore their interests in greater depth. Small class sizes ensure each pupil is known, supported and stretched, so they can discover what they love and grow in confidence every day.

Sport at St Jo’s Prep: Where ambition begins.
At St Jo’s Prep, sport isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. From the earliest years, we inspire ambition through an inclusive and high-quality sports programme that develops confident, resilient and well-rounded children.

Every pupil benefits from expert coaching- including from ex-professional athletes, who bring passion, experience and high performance insight into our Prep classrooms and playing fields.

Sport is part of daily life through PE, Games, clubs and fixtures. Alongside physical development, pupils build teamwork, leadership and character, setting the foundation for future success in sport, at school, and in life.

Inspiring creativity and confidence through the arts.
At St Jo’s Prep, we inspire ambition through the arts by nurturing confidence, imagination and expression from the earliest years. Our pupils explore with joy, through chalks and tissue paper, violins and drums, dance and drama. Creativity is encouraged in every form.

Art, Drama, Dance and Music are taught by passionate, expert staff as part of a rich and balanced curriculum. From the Infant nativity to our all-singing, all-dancing summer production, every child takes part…on stage or behind the scenes, with every role truly valued.

Music is led by a specialist teacher and enriched by choirs, ensembles, clubs and peripatetic lessons across a wide range of instruments. We are proud to offer Arts Award Discover and Explore, helping children develop their artistic and leadership talents through everything from Taiko drumming to stage performance.

Pupils’ work, whether inspired by great artists, cultural studies or the natural world, is consistently impressive and proudly displayed. More than just a creative outlet, the arts at St Jo’s Prep build self-belief, skill and a lifelong appreciation of expression.

At St Jo’s Prep we believe learning goes beyond the classroom. Our co-curricular programme encourages children to step up, embrace new challenges, and discover hidden strengths. Every activity builds confidence, curiosity and character.

From computing, STEM and eco-club to netball, rugby, theatre, karate and orchestra, our after-school clubs offer something for everyone. The programme evolves termly to match pupils’ interests, providing wide-ranging opportunities to explore passions and develop talents.

Residential trips in Years 4, 5 and 6 create unforgettable experiences, fostering independence, teamwork and resilience that last a lifetime.

We celebrate achievements at our weekly parents’ sharing assembly, recognising everything from Brownie badges and karate belts to musical milestones and charitable efforts. It’s a proud moment that highlights how ambition grows both inside and outside the classroom.