Sedbergh prep school blog

Bird Watching

Pre-Prep Look to the Skies in Science

Not far from Casterton there is a wonderful nature reserve of woodland, ponds, wetlands and reedbeds, home to a wide array of wild birds, plants and unique natural habitats. Bitterns...
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Inspired Geography in a Natural Classroom

Our aim in geography is to engage and inspire our pupils to want to learn about the world around them and we are very lucky to be able to do...
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Saturday Design School at Casterton Sedbergh Prep School

Are you looking for a fun Saturday activity during these wet and cold weeks after Christmas? Is your child in Years 4, 5 or 6? Then look no further! Future...
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A Short History of Casterton School

Mr Newman has been touching on some of Casterton School's history in his weekly newsletter, which we have reproduced below, as we look towards celebrating its 200th anniversary in 2023....
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Ukraine Appeal as Winter Approaches

A full report from Jozef, following his recent trip to Lviv in Ukraine with Dan Harrison, Headmaster and Stuart Oliver, Housemaster and Director of Sport, can be read by clicking...
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New Prep School Campus Developments

We are pleased to announce updates to several campus developments at the Prep School, all of which will further increase pupil opportunities across different curriculum areas. The Sports Hall started...
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Computer Build Club Launch School Flight Simulator

Let us introduce you to Core i5, the Year 7 and 8 computer build club at the Prep School. The members are all passionate about understanding computers and meet during...
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Sedbergh Prep Chronicle: Have you got your copy?

Over the summer we have had lots of fun putting together the first event 'Sedbergh Prep Chronicle', a twice yearly newspaper roundup of life at the Prep School. Featuring pupil...
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From Kirkby Lonsdale to the Ukrainian border

Below is a report from parent, Jozef Mycielski, on his recent humanitarian trip to the Polish-Ukrainian border: A week after the war began in February I wrote to my Polish...
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The Great Outdoors at Sedbergh Prep School

Sedbergh School have been recognised by ‘The Week’ magazine for its extensive outdoor education programme, and their dedication to providing opportunities outside the classroom. This love of nature and the...
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Ten Reasons to Choose Sedbergh Prep

1. A spirit of adventure Through careful and sensitive teaching, we aim to foster a spirit of adventure, both in and outside the classroom. Our curriculum is ambitious and equips pupils with...
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Visit By Local MP, Tim Farron

Our local Member of Parliament, Tim Farron, recently visited the Prep School to lead an assembly about democracy, its importance and to give an overview of the system of liberal...