Pupils entering Macleod House are introduced to a diverse curriculum. The emphasis is on English, Mathematics and Science and the transition begins from class teaching for most lessons to more specialised teaching in Art, French, Design Technology, Music, Dance, Religious Education, Physical Education and Games. ICT is embedded in the curriculum.

Pupils are set according to ability in French and Mathematics and are prepared for formal examinations at 11+. Homework is set throughout the Junior School and this enables pupils to reinforce the day's learning and provides an opportunity to work alone.

Making music is an important part of the life of the school. The music curriculum includes recorder, a strings scheme, choir and various chamber music ensembles. Individual tuition is available in a wide range of instruments. There are regular platform performances and concerts at which pupils have the opportunity to perform in front of an audience.

Physical education is taught by specialist teachers. Winter games include rugby and football for boys and netball and hockey for girls, Summer games include cricket, rounders and athletics. There is a full fixtures programme which runs throughout the academic year and swimming takes place all year round in our heated pool.