As in the Pre-Prep and Junior Schools we recognise the need to teach boys
and girls separately for most subjects and in each year there is one class
of boys and one class of girls. The progress of each pupil is carefully monitored
throughout their time with us and appropriate support or extension programmes
are implemented. Pupils at KS3 follow a full curriculum. In Remove (Y7) this includes
thinking skills and first aid and also study skills seminars. In Lower IV (Y8) most
pupils have the opportunity to study Spanish as well as French. Towards the end of
Upper IV (Y9) and in consultation with staff and parents, pupils select the optional
subjects they wish to study at GCSE to complement the compulsory core of English,
mathematics and science. It is Mayville’s policy to enter all pupils for their GCSE
providing they have completed the course of study, including any coursework element.
Our results are therefore a true reflection of the efforts of pupils and staff, which
over the past ten years have been well above the national average.
Homework is set each day throughout the Senior School to extend and consolidate
learning in the classroom.
Our children enjoy a range of visits and field trips within the local area which aim
to enhance the learning that takes place in the classroom. The cost of these visits is
included in the fees. Pupils are encouraged to look to the world beyond school and
there are optional visits for which a charge is made. Some of these trips are abroad
and include skiing, a visit to a Normandy chateau and excursions designed to extend
the scope of GCSE courses.
At Mayville we believe that confidence is the central building block to
success in future life. Our commitment to Global Rock Challenge is just one
such example. Membership of our own St. John Ambulance cadet unit (which includes
assisting at public duties) and access to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme
provides opportunities to develop teamwork and leadership skills. We stage our
own dramatic productions and there is an annual pupil-led inter-house Creative
Arts Competition.
“Relationships between staff and pupils
are outstanding. Mutual respect is the norm.”
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