Early Years at Streatham & Clapham High School: A Strong Start

Welcome to Early Years

“Pupils [in Early Years] make good progress across all areas of their development, facilitated by teachers who cultivate trusting relationships with them.”

ISI report, 2024

We know every girl as an individual and understand what they need at the beginning of their school journey.

Early Years at Streatham & Clapham Prep School (SCPS) provides a nurturing and inspiring environment for girls aged 3 to 5, focusing on holistic development through a play-based, child-centred curriculum. Aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, the programme emphasises communication, physical development and creativity while fostering independence and resilience. With well-equipped facilities, including bright classrooms and outdoor play areas, our EYFS setting strives to give our pupils an accelerated start to their educational journey preparing them for the future challenges that lie ahead.

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Nursery and Reception form the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Our focus is on building strong foundations for happiness, self-confidence and academic success. With a trailblazing curriculum, girls receive specialist teaching in subjects including French, Music and Physical Education (PE), alongside coding, phonics and outdoor learning. Small class sizes ensure individualised attention. Our outstanding facilities include a purpose-built gymnasium, dedicated science lab, and expansive outdoor play areas that encourage risk-taking, resilience and teamwork. As a through-school, we support girls from Nursery to Sixth Form.

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Our Head of Prep

Nestled in the heart of south London, Streatham and Clapham Prep School is a ‘hidden gem’

At our core is the belief inherited from our earliest founders that girls and women must be represented in every aspect of life: at the heart of government; in boardrooms throughout the public and private sectors; holding leading positions in STEAM, the arts and humanities, culture and sport. We proudly enjoy a buzzy, diverse community that celebrates difference and as a school we strive to ensure inclusivity; our rich diversity and educational excellence lie at the heart of everything we do and are the golden thread that run through every aspect of our offer. Our mission is to ensure each girl excels on her educational journey, and we are committed to ensuring every girl realises and celebrates her unique talents and identity. Offering a broad ranging, specialist curriculum for girls from the age of three, we are proud of the offer our girls experience on a daily basis. Do come and visit to see us in action, where our girls believe that ‘they can…’

Helen Loach BEd (Cantab) Head of Prep School

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