Prep School covers Infants (Reception–Year 2) and Juniors (Year 3–Year 6), offering a broad education that balances strong academics with a wide co-curricular programme. Our approach is shaped by the Round Square Discovery Framework, rooted in Kurt Hahn’s philosophy, with a focus on character development alongside learning.
Ages 4-11 (Reception to Year 6), based in Lytham St Annes and welcoming families from across the Fylde Coast and Preston area.
The Prep curriculum is designed to build confidence and a love of learning, supported by specialist teaching in areas including:
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Forest School for Reception pupils, led by Melissa Jennings (Forest School Lead)
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Creative Arts, including Drama, Art and Music, with performance opportunities throughout the year
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Modern Languages, including French, Spanish and German
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Sport, with opportunities across hockey, rugby, football, netball, athletics, cricket, rounders and tennis
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Computing, supporting skills development and safe online learning
Character education is built into Prep School life, supporting personal development, teamwork and resilience. From Year 3, pupils also take part in annual residential trips, helping to build independence and confidence.
For further information, please contact our Registrar, Liz Wyatt, at admissions@akslytham.com or by calling 01253 784104.
Prep School, encompassing Infants (Reception-Year 2) and Juniors (Year 3-Year 6), offers a dynamic education that balances robust academics with a rich co-curricular programme. Guided by the sector-leading Round Square educational framework, rooted in Kurt Hahn's philosophy, we prioritise holistic character development.
Ages 4-11 (Reception to Year 6), with small class teaching and a broad curriculum in Lytham St Annes.
Our curriculum nurtures a love for learning, with specialist teaching in:
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Creative Arts: Drama, Art, Music taught by specialist teachers, fostering a strong performance culture from assemblies to concerts and plays.
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Sport is integral to our commitment to physical and mental wellbeing. We boast outstanding success in hockey and excel in rugby, football, netball, athletics, cricket, rounders and tennis.
Character education is central to our students' emotional, personal, and social growth. The Round Square Discovery Framework inspires self-awareness, personal responsibility, teamwork, and resilience, reinforced by annual residential trips from Year 3. We encourage leadership, compassion, and integrity, supported by a vast co-curricular programme of over 45 weekly clubs in sports, creative pursuits, and academics.