At Swanbourne House, we believe that learning should be purposeful, engaging and future-focused. That’s why we follow the Pre-Senior Baccalaureate (PSB) – a framework that develops not only academic excellence but also the skills, attitudes and confidence pupils need to thrive beyond prep school.
At its core, PSB champions independent learning, critical thinking and cross-curricular engagement. We’re not restricted by a narrow, exam-driven curriculum. Instead, our teaching develops intellectual curiosity and creativity, moving away from rote learning and encouraging pupils to think deeply, ask questions and make meaningful connections.
The PSB framework is built on six core skills: leadership, collaboration, independence, thinking and learning, review and improvement, and communication. These skills underpin everything we do, across both academic and creative subjects. Pupils learn to lead, to think critically, to reflect, and to communicate effectively – skills that will benefit them not only in exams, but in every area of life.
Mrs Eifion-Jones, Deputy Head Academic