News & Events

Pupil Blog: Sherborne House Olympics

The following blog was written by Edie, Year 5 pupil On a boiling day on Friday 21st June, an amazing event happened in my school. This event happened on a golden thread afternoon. Everyone took part in a whole school Olympic day in honour of Paris Olympics 2024. A week before the whole school Olympics,…

A Memorable Sports Day ~ Wednesday 26th June

On Wednesday 26th June, Sherborne House held its annual Sports Day, a cherished event in our summer term calendar. This day provided a fantastic opportunity for all pupils to showcase their athletic skills and to participate in a variety of races and events.  In the morning, little ones from Nursery took part in lots of…

A Snapshot of Kindness ~ Year 5 PSHE

Kindness In Year Five we have revisited the concept of kindness. The children thought about what kindness means to them and how they would like others to show kindness towards themselves.  We thought about the impact of kind and unkind words may have on a person. This was illustrated in a practical way, whereby the…

Staff Spotlight ~ Arabelle Dunne, Head of Early Years

We are delighted to feature Arabelle Dunne, our Head of Early Years, in our next staff spotlight. With her wealth of experience and deep passion for early childhood education, Arabelle has been instrumental in shaping the nurturing and stimulating environment we pride ourselves on. Let’s get to know Arabelle a bit better through her journey…

Preparing Your Child for Reception: A Parent’s Guide

Starting reception is a significant milestone in a child’s life which can evoke a mixture of excitement and nervousness. However, with careful preparation and support, this transition can be smooth and enjoyable for everyone involved. Here are some practical things you can do at home to prepare your child for the beginning of their school…

Girls ISA Football ~ 1st May 2024

On Wednesday 1st May, 10 of our girls travelled to Saint Nicholas School for the Girls ISA Football. They did a fantastic job and Mrs Provan was particularly impressed with their teamwork and superb sportsmanship. The girls won two of their games, drew in four and lost one in the round robin. As a result,…

Primary Maths Challenge 2024

At Sherborne House School, we enter the Primary Maths Challenge every year, which is aimed at pupils in primary schools, aged 9 – 11 years old. Created by The Mathematical Association, the Primary Mathematics Challenge (PMC) is a fun and exciting mathematical challenge. From the PMC: “The PMC is not designed to be just another…

Sherborne House: Affordability and Value

There are many factors to consider when choosing where to begin your child’s education. It might be distance from home or after school clubs, but cost, affordability and value for money are all things which have to be carefully considered, especially during the current economic climate. Private schools can be more affordable than you think…

Thematic Curriculum ~ Year 1 Hooked!

Our Thematic Curriculum Our thematic curriculum seamlessly integrates various disciplines, enabling our pupils to make meaningful connections and to uncover the interconnectedness of knowledge. Embedded within this curriculum are range of trans-disciplinary skills, which make up Our Story, meticulously woven into every facet of learning.   Collaboration is not just encouraged, but celebrated, as students…

Southampton Festival of Music and Drama

Southampton Festival of Music and Drama was established in 1926, and has been providing a wide range of competitive music classes for both children and adults ever since. It has inspired the careers of many musicians and music teachers throughout the years and is a key landmark in the UK Festival Scene. It attracts entrants…