The Junior Department of South Hampstead High School is a lively, creative place. It is housed in two Victorian building about five minutes' walk away from the main school. Although girls are selected and it is primarily an academic school, great emphasis is laid on the creative aspects of the curriculum and we aim to identify and foster a range of gifts and skills. We are concerned with the development of the whole child, building self-confidence, developing imagination and communicative skills, and teaching how to live and work together in a community.
The curriculum is broadly based, and a generous amount of time is given to science and Information Technology work. The approach used in science encourages observation, experiment and discussion with an emphasis on practical work. There is a computer in every classroom and an IT room with 25 computers. Environmental studies are important and there are many outings to places of interest. Art, Craft, Drama and Physical Education are part of each child's programme. In Years 5 and 6 French is taught by a French specialist.
There is a strong musical tradition and in 1996 the Choir was Highly Commended in the final of the National Festival of Music for Youth. There is an orchestra and instrumental groups, and many concerts throughout the year.
Send for a prospectus for further details. Entry lists open two years' prior to date of entry.
