British Prep Schools

Prep schools in the UK, also known as preparatory schools, are independent schools that cater for children up to approximately the age of 13. These schools are designed to prepare students for entry into independent senior schools. Here are some key points about UK prep schools:

1. Academic Focus: Prep schools typically offer a strong academic program, aiming to provide a solid foundation in core subjects such as English, mathematics, and science. They often have small class sizes, allowing for more personalized attention and support.

2. Extracurricular Activities: In addition to academics, prep schools place a significant emphasis on extracurricular activities.  including sports, music, drama, and various clubs, helping to develop well-rounded individuals.

3. Boarding Options: Many prep schools offer boarding facilities, providing a home-like environment where students can live and study. This can be a great option for families looking for a more immersive educational experience.

4. Choosing a School: When selecting a prep school, it's important to consider factors such as the school's ethos, culture, and values, as well as its academic performance and extracurricular offerings. Visiting potential schools and speaking with staff, students, and parents can provide valuable insights. You can find details of Prep school Open Days on our School Open Days Page

Featured Prep Schools in the South West of England

Castle Court Preparatory School

Knoll House, Knoll Lane, Corfe Mullen, Wimborne, Dorset, England BH21 3RF
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 2 - 13 Years Day
Your child’s success is central to everything we do. We aim to be both inspirational and nurturing. We are also aware that we are preparing your child for a world that is ever changing, and a world of work that may not even...
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Hazlegrove Preparatory School

Hazlegrove House, Sparkford, Yeovil, Somerset, England BA22 7JA
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 2 - 13 Years Day & Boarding (Flexi, Full, Weekly)
At Hazlegrove, we delight in children being children and encourage individuality alongside traditional qualities such as compassion and kindness. Set within 200 acres of parkland in Somerset with outstanding facilities, we...
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Millfield Preparatory School

Edgarley Hall, Glastonbury, Somerset, England BA6 8LD
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 2 - 13 Years Day & Boarding (Flexi, Full, Weekly)
Millfield Prep School is an extraordinary place and provides children with exceptional, unparalleled opportunities. Whatever their passions, pupils can find something to fully immerse themselves in.
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St Margaret's Preparatory School, Calne

Curzon Street, Calne, Wiltshire, England SN11 0DF
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 2 - 11 Years Day
St Margaret’s Prep is a very special community in the heart of Wiltshire. We offer an exceptional education for boys and girls between the ages of 2 and 11. Our 27-acre campus provides a wonderfully stimulating environment...
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Tockington Manor School

Washingpool Hill Road, Tockington, Bristol, Avon, England BS32 4NY
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 2 - 13 Years Day
Tockington Manor School and Nursery is a warm, nurturing environment where boys and girls aged 2 – 13 can develop a love of learning to last a lifetime. Set on 28 acres of beautiful South Gloucestershire countryside we are a...
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Kingswood Prep School

College Road, Lansdown, Bath, Somerset, England BA1 5SD
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 1 - 11 Years Day & Boarding (Flexi, Full, Weekly)
Kingswood Prep School (KPS) is situated in Bath, just a short distance from Kingswood Senior School. Starting from nine-months old in The Garden Nursery, we aim to foster positive attitudes and a ‘can-do’ mindset by...
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The Gregg Preparatory School

17-19 Winn Road, Southampton, Hampshire, England SO17 1EJ
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 3 - 11 Years Day
The Gregg Prep School is a co-educational independent school for girls and boys aged 4-11. The School is ideally placed in central Southampton and as well as providing a first class education for young minds we build...
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