The Prep School - Year 3

At Clifton College Prep School, we provide a broad, balanced, and engaging curriculum that encourages pupils to develop a love for learning while preparing them for the next stage of their education. Our subjects are carefully designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking across a wide range of disciplines. Discover what Clifton College has to offer. Our prospectus provides an in-depth look at our academic excellence, outstanding facilities, and enriching extracurricular activities. We bring learning to life by offering a rich variety of guest speakers, workshops, and trips across our year groups. These engaging experiences help students connect with real-world applications and deepen their understanding, making lessons truly come alive beyond the classroom. Our expert teachers make lessons engaging, interactive, and inspiring. Pupils move up to the Prep School from the Pre‑Prep in Year 3, marking an exciting new chapter of their Clifton College journey, where they are supported every step of the way. This transition is carefully nurtured to ensure children feel confident, secure and ready for the new opportunities ahead. Year 3 offers a wonderful blend of familiarity and fresh challenge: pupils remain part of a warm, caring community while beginning to experience greater independence and responsibility in their learning.With access to a broader curriculum, experiences, facilities and a wider range of activities, children are encouraged to explore new interests, build on their strengths and discover what inspires them. It is a joyful and energising stage of school life, where curiosity grows, friendships deepen and pupils take their first steps into the full Prep School experience.