Programs

The Youngest

Children aged four to seven discover The Nest at North Bridge House Prep School—a dedicated space where they explore far beyond the basic curriculum. Their learning comes alive through a rooftop garden and forest school sessions, while all material connects around one major theme that spans six months, helping them see knowledge as a cohesive whole. Core subjects like reading, writing, and mathematics form the foundation, yet even these young learners work with specialist teachers who guide them through art, drama, French, music, and physical education.

This program encompasses:

• Phonetics and spelling
• English language
• Mathematics
• Natural sciences
• Humanities
• Personal and social development
• Information technology (from Year 1)
• Religious studies (from Year 1)

Middle Years

As children grow from seven to eleven, North Bridge House Prep School shifts its approach to ensure they don’t just encounter information but truly retain and understand it. Geography and history emerge as distinct subjects, which deepens comprehension while teaching students to draw connections across different fields. Specialists lead every lesson, and as pupils mature, their curriculum expands to include Mandarin Chinese, design, and technology. Meanwhile, they tackle prestigious mathematics competitions, experiment with 3D printing, and receive their own devices alongside access to cutting-edge educational tools.

Core subjects: English, mathematics, natural sciences, computing, history, geography, art, French, music, drama, physical education, and personal development.

Additional studies include:

• From Year 4: critical thinking
• From Year 5: Latin, Spanish, or Mandarin Chinese; general studies
• From Year 6: philosophy, politics, and economics; design and technology

Senior Program at North Bridge House Prep School

Between ages eleven and thirteen, North Bridge House Prep School prepares students for admission to leading senior schools through material that reaches beyond requirements and touches upon advanced topics. This foundation gives them a significant academic edge. Students compete in national history and mathematics contests, embark on educational journeys to Italy and Iceland, and challenge themselves with rock climbing and kayaking during physical education. These experiences cultivate not only knowledge but character, confidence, and leadership qualities—advantages that help many graduates secure scholarships to top-tier schools.

• English language
• Mathematics
• Natural sciences
• Computing
• History
• Geography
• Art
• French language
• Second foreign language (Latin, Spanish, or Mandarin)
• Music
• Drama
• Philosophy, politics, and economics
• Personal and social development
• Physical education and sports

Special Course

From Year 5 onward, North Bridge House Prep School introduces a general studies course—a supplementary program that broadens cultural, political, and global perspectives. This remains rare among preparatory schools and represents a distinctive element that sets their approach apart. Modules span art history, film studies, politics, philosophy, and economics—topics typically reserved for senior years or university. Through this course, children learn to develop independent viewpoints and articulate arguments, building confidence in discussing complex subjects—skills that admissions panels at prestigious schools particularly value.