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At Millfield, we are extremely proud of what so many Old Millfieldians have gone on to accomplish. Many have become extremely well-known in their fields; in this post, find out more about 10 high-profile individuals that you may not realise went to Millfield! 

Latin is often deemed as an archaic language, one that’s no longer spoken and has no relevance in the world we live in today. The language, however, is still a big part of Preparatory schools’ curriculum, teaching them not only a new language, but a set of transferrable skills that we use every day without even realising it. We asked Languages Teacher, Mrs Georgina Crispin, about the place it has in schools and society today.

The benefits of Yoga and Pilates are endless, and both have become a popular tool to increase mindfulness, promote relaxation and lower stress levels.

For the first ever OM Society blog post, we would like to share with you the inspirational stories of how some of our OMs responded to the Covid-19 pandemic. All of these individuals, and many more, have demonstrated the inspiring selflessness, compassion, and unity of the Millfield Community during this difficult time.

Pre-Prep schools are independent schools educating children until Year 2 (age 7), before they move up to the affiliated prep school in Year 3. Pre-preps offer a smaller, nurturing environment for young learners to thrive. The differences between pre-prep schools and primary schools are very significant, and explored in this blog if you are deciding between the two.

This is an age-old question. With many London-based Prep Schools and primary schools ending in Year 6 and independent senior schools starting in Year 9, parents face the challenge of where to place their child for those intermediary two years.

Boarding school can be a brilliant option for families, allowing children a full and exciting school experience. The benefits of boarding schools are boundless, offering children extensive opportunities for personal, social and academic growth.

Millfield Prep Director of Boarding Carl Bingham talks about the benefits of boarding schools.

Millfield Prep Deputy Heads Tracey Hazell and Dan Close give their top ten tips for getting the most out of remote learning.