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Autumn term 2025, week 4

It has been wonderful to be back on site after attending the IAPS Conference in Brighton last week. Over 400 IAPS Heads gathered for an

Children at St Peter’s Prep going home after school
Guides & Tips for Parents
5 Tips For a Stress-Free After-School Routine

There’s a lot of emphasis on morning routines, which are very important to starting the day right, but what about that after-school rush? After all,

Head's blog
Autumn term 2025, week 2

The new term has begun with great energy and a real sense of optimism across the school. Even though the weather has been decidedly mixed,

Children from St Peter’s Prep in an ice tunnel in Iceland
Guides & Tips for Parents
The Importance of Residentials in School

Residentials can be a vital part of a pupil’s progression through school. A child’s time with us at our private school in Devon is all

Pupils returning to St Peter’s Prep
Guides & Tips for Parents
11 Back to School Tips for Parents

Going back to school can be both an exciting and nerve-racking time for children. The length of time away from the classroom and lack of

A pupil at St Peter’s Prep at a music after-school club
Guides & Tips for Parents
The Benefits of After-School Activities

For many children, after-school activities are a crucial part of growing up. Not only can they be very important socially, but they also play a

Guides & Tips for Parents
11 Fun Maths Based Games & Exercises

Maths is an essential part of a child’s learning development, and this key transferable skill is mandatory in schools up until at least GCSEs, although

Pupils at St Peter’s Prep enjoying green spaces
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The Benefits of Green Spaces in Schools

It’s no coincidence that many of the world’s best schools are surrounded by green spaces. At a time when everyone’s lives are increasingly digital, the