We create Curiosity
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We create Adventure
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We were thrilled to welcome parents, grandparents and carers into Nursery’s Bumblebee class to proudly show them what we have been up to!
This week in Reception, the children have had a fantastic time exploring shapes through tangrams, both practically and virtually on the iPads. As part of our topic on Houses and…
Our youngest pupils in Butterflies and Caterhpillars have loved playing in the garden this week! They run, jump, and laugh together. There are so many fun things to do like…
Year 2 took part in a fantastic trip to Sal’s Shoes, a charity that redistributes shoes to children who need them, both in the UK and around the world. They…
MFL day was all about celebrating the two languages that we learn here at Copthorne. It was such a fun day that started with a whole school assembly where we…
This half term in Wellbeing the Year 4 children have been learning about the meaning of community and investigating different community groups in our local area from the Crawley Old…
As part of their Global science, Year 1 through to Year 6 were treated to an amazing science show at Caterham School by the Royal Institution thanks to Caterham Prep’s science…
Some of our Year 6 children were lucky enough to attend the Hurst Prep School Book Awards this week. Since October last year, some of our Year 6s have been…
Children can begin their education with us from age 2 in our Flying Start Nursery and continue through to Year 6 before moving on to senior school.
Ensuring that our pupils have the skills and knowledge to thrive in a fast-changing world, alongside a first class academic education, is one of our core priorities.
Our Global curriculum adopts an enquiry led approach to learning so that our pupils can explore and apply knowledge and skills in context to real life situations, giving them a better understanding of their place in the world.
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We believe that when children are happy, inspired, and supported, they thrive; not only in their learning, but in their growth as confident, curious, and compassionate individuals. Our aim is to create an environment where every pupil is empowered to explore their potential, embrace challenges, and develop the skills and character needed to flourish in an ever-changing world.
At Copthorne Prep, we are proud to lead the way in educational excellence as part of an award-winning approach to learning and teaching. We are ambitious for our pupils, but above all ensure learning is fun. Our teachers aim to kindle a passion for learning, for self-reflection and self-challenge, creating a holistic learning environment where children feel comfortable and hungry to extend their learning.
As part of the Caterham Family of Schools, pupils in Year 5 benefit from early offers to Caterham School. The Early Offer pathway at Copthorne Prep strengthens and smooths the transition for pupils who would thrive at Caterham School.
This removes the hurdle of the 11+ entry exam, with offers awarded in the Summer Term of Year 5.
Come and experience for yourself what makes a Copthorne education unique.
We would love to welcome you our School at an upcoming visitor morning or private tour.