We are delighted to have joined The Mossy Carpet project – a community art installation created by the Art and Energy Collective. This innovative project aims to raise awareness about climate change and inspire a deep appreciation for nature by highlighting the magical, often-overlooked beauty and ecological significance of moss. The Mossy Carpet is an expansive, interactive artwork featuring thousands…
Preps 1 and 2 students at our school recently completed a fun and educational science experiment, investigating the properties of materials to discover which would be best for making umbrellas. The children displayed their fabulous knowledge, creativity, and curiosity while conducting the experiment, which aimed to determine which materials were waterproof and strong enough…
Children from St. Christopher’s Prep School, a co-educational independent school in Staverton, near Totnes, have joined The Mossy Carpet project – a community art installation created by the Art and Energy Collective. This innovative project aims to raise awareness about climate change and inspire a deep appreciation for nature by highlighting the magical, often-overlooked beauty…
At St Christopher’s we encourage our children to embrace design technology and we are one of the few private schools to offer extensive classes in this. So why is Design and Technology important in primary schools? At St. Christopher’s, we firmly believe that inspiring the next generation to embrace technology and design from a young…
Are you a parent in search of a welcoming and engaging environment for your little ones? Look no further! St. Christopher’s is thrilled to announce the launch of our new Toddler Group, set to kick off on November 9th. It’s a fantastic opportunity for toddlers and their parents to come together for a morning of…
We are thrilled to announce the exceptional achievements of our young artists at the ISA South West Art Competition. With two wins, a second place, and a highly commended, our budding artists have truly shone. But what makes these accomplishments even more special is the incredible impact of art on children’s development. Art is not…
Dale Carnegie once said, “Learning is an active process. We learn by doing. Only knowledge that is used sticks in your mind.” In the world of education, this quote couldn’t be truer. Active learning not only engages students but also helps them retain knowledge more effectively. At Prep 1, a group of enthusiastic young learners…
Last month, St Christopher’s School enthusiastically participated in the Totnes Renewable Energy Society’s (TRESOC) REEL program – thank you so much to Mrs Murrall-Smith for giving up her time. This remarkable initiative fosters a deep understanding of renewable energy technologies, their local significance, and their impact on broader energy issues. St Christopher’s has been a…
We are delighted to announce that from September we will be extending our nursery provision for children at St Christopher’s. This is really great news if you are a busy working parent juggling hectic schedules. We accept the full 30 hours funding. For 2023 – 2024 the provision will be 44 weeks per year. St…
We had a wonderful conclusion to our Easter term with a beautiful service at Staverton Church followed by an indoor Easter egg hunt. We’re so lucky to have Staverton Church on our doorstep. It’s less than a half mile from our school and boasts some remarkable history. Legend has it that in Saxon times, after…