Mayville High School began separating boys and girls in school 14 years ago, and we believe its a system that benefits both boys and girls greatly. 

Published evidence proves that boys & girls learn differently, therefore all core subjects such as English, Mathematics and Science, are taught separately.

A positive step forward for education was the introduction of our SENIOR BOYS' HOUSE in 2002 which successfully completed all school years in September 2006. Today the school can boast it is truly co-educational with the ratio of boys to girls being about the same.

Recently Schools Minister, and Portsmouth North MP Sarah McCarthy-Fry called for boys and girls to be taught separately over fears that girls were being put off from getting involed in subjects like science.  Mayville is already leading the field in this area.

Some research carried out has shown that primary school boys performed better in English where there were fewer girls in the class.

At Mayville High School we like to focus on HOW children learn - we believe that by teaching boys and girls separately  we can best meet their individual learning styles. 

In their teenage years,  young people face many pressures and we believe that to continue our policy of separate teaching for boys and girls is of great value.At Mayville we believe our pupils get the best of both worlds. We are very pleased with our results and believe it's a system that works for us.

Opportunities for mixed activities are provided in the creative arts, some sport and modern languages, recreation times, school trips and outside activities. There are many chances for boys and girls to mix together and get to know each other socially. 

Small Classes are Part of Mayville's Success with Pupils  

Mayville's small class sizes means  that every pupil can receive indivual attention, and teaching programmes can be tailored to the indivual. In small classes teachers get to truly know and understand their pupils. Everyone has a voice at Mayville. 

Mayville is known for its care, support and extension of the individual. Our Dyslexia and Learning Extension Unit will continue to offer support to pupils who need additional assistance.  The able child will also benefit from our programme which is the focus of development during the year.

We are confident that boys and girls will enjoy Mayville's caring and stimulating environment, which promotes a determination to succeed, high standards and the realisation that learning can be fun!