St Margaret's Preparatory School, Calne

Word From The Head

A Warm Welcome from our Head of Prep, Mr Alex Hopkins

At St Margaret’s Prep, we are dedicated to nurturing and inspiring excellence in every child. From age 2 to 11, our children are inspired to think deeply, explore boldly and grow into confident and curious learners with bright futures. Guided by our shared Calne Values of curiosity, compassion and courage, every St Margaret’s pupil is encouraged to Be Bold, Be Kind and Be You.

In our stunning campus of 27 acres, which we share with St Mary’s Calne, our school is full of energy and purpose. Every day is rich with opportunity, whether children are tackling a tricky maths challenge, performing on stage, learning to code or simply asking brilliant questions.

Academic excellence is at the heart of what we do – not through pressure, but through passion. Our carefully crafted curriculum stretches and supports every child, combining rigour with creativity to embed strong foundations across english, maths, science and beyond. Small class sizes mean our teachers truly know each pupil – their strengths, their learning style and how to help them aim high.

But success here is never one-dimensional. We believe that a well-rounded, co-curricular education nurtures not just the mind, but the whole child. From art and sport to music, drama, outdoor learning and enrichment clubs, we encourage every child to discover what makes them come alive – and to take pride and satisfaction in trying new things.

We know that children learn best when they feel happy, seen and secure, which is why wellbeing is woven through every aspect of school life. Our nurturing pastoral care, supportive relationships and emphasis on emotional health help children develop the confidence to embrace challenges, bounce back and celebrate their own progress – and the progress of others.

Our pupils leave us ready for the next step – not just with strong academic results, but with curiosity, compassion, courage and a real enthusiasm for learning, contributing and excelling.

I invite you to explore our website and learn more about the exceptional opportunities that await your child at St Margaret’s Prep. Thank you for considering us as a partner in your child’s educational journey. I look forward to welcoming you to our school community.