Best Prep Schools across the South East of England and London

Prep Schools in London and the South East of England

The South East of England and London are home to some of the UK’s most respected private prep schools, offering exceptional academic standards alongside outstanding pastoral care and enriching extra-curricular activities. From traditional countryside campuses in Surrey, Kent and Sussex to prestigious day schools in central London, families can choose from a wide range of educational environments tailored to every individual child’s strength and need.

Many independent prep schools in the region combine small class sizes with specialist teaching, helping pupils build confidence, creativity and strong foundations ahead of senior school entrance exams. Parents are often drawn to the South East for its balance of academic excellence, excellent transport links and access to leading boarding and day schools.

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 London and the South East of England

Wellington College Prep

Crowthorne Road, Sandhurst, Berkshire, England GU47 8PH
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 3 - 13 Years Day & Boarding (Flexi, Full, Weekly)
Nestled in 32 acres of Berkshire countryside, Wellington College Prep provides the ideal environment in which to grow up, foster a love of learning and create lifelong childhood memories. Our fundamental belief is that every...
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St Swithun's Prep School

Alresford Road, Winchester, Hampshire, England SO21 1HA
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 3 - 11 Years Day
Children at St Swithuns all enjoy a huge range of opportunities to shine wherever their interests lie; they are guided to give their very best, astonish their audiences and receive their applause. They are the leaders of...
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King Edward VI Preparatory

Highwood House, Highwood Lane, Romsey, Hampshire, England SO51 9ZH
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 2 - 11 Years Day
At KES Prep, childhood is an adventure. Nestled in 22 acres of woodland and fields, our Nursery and Prep pupils aged 2–11 thrive in small classes, with inspiring teaching, outstanding pastoral care and endless opportunities...
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St Nicholas' School

Redfields House, Redfields Lane, Church Crookham, Hampshire, England GU52 0RF
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 3 - 16 Years Day
Founded in 1935, St Nicholas’ School sits on over 30 acres of picturesque rural Hampshire. We offer education for boys aged 3–7 and girls from 3–16 in a secure, supportive, and inspiring environment. With small class sizes,...
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Cheam School

Headley, Newbury, Berkshire, England RG19 8LD
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 3 - 13 Years Day & Boarding (Full, Weekly)
Cheam is a very special place offering the brightest of learning environments. It is the perfect place to grow, we know that the early years are the very best time to prepare the ground for their adulthood. Our focus is on...
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Kingham Hill School

Kingham, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, England OX7 6TH
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 11 - 18 Years Day & Boarding (Full, Weekly)
Kingham Hill School is a day and boarding school for pupils aged 11-18 set in 100 acres of glorious Cotswold countryside. The best advertisements for a school are its children, and if you ask current parents whThe best...
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Barfield School and Nursery

Guildford Road, Farnham, Surrey, England GU10 1PB
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 2 - 11 Years Day
Barfield PrepSchool will provide an outstanding educational experience of the highest quality, within a safe and stimulating environment. Our Values: Integrity Compassion Tolerance Enthusiasm Resilience
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Feltonfleet Prep School

Byfleet Road, Cobham, Surrey, England KT11 1DR
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 3 - 13 Years Day & Boarding (Flexi, Full)
At Feltonfleet, our unique blend of day and boarding pupils creates a real buzz around school. Feltonfleet children are optimistic and inquisitive, with a thirst for life and learning. They thrive here.Feltonfleet children...
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Ripley Court School

Rose Lane, Woking, Ripley, Surrey, England GU23 6NE
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 3 - 11 Years Day
Ripley Court is a leading co-educational Preparatory School for pupils aged 3-11, set in 19 acres of Surrey countryside, and the picturesque village of Ripley. With extensive playing fields, its own forest school and an...
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Staines Preparatory School

3 Gresham Road, Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey, England TW18 2BT
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 2 - 11 Years Day
At Staines Prep School we pride ourselves on having a real family feel with real family values, and dedicated staff that lead by example. We provide exemplary pastoral support and continuously champion our dedication to...
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Bute House Preparatory School for Girls

Luxemburg Gardens, Hammersmith, London, England W6 7EA
Private School (Fee Paying) Girls 4 - 11 Years Day
At Bute House our aims are to identify and foster every child’s abilities and talents, encouraging her to become a self-motivated learner and a confident communicator, to help each child to do her best, to reach her...
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St James Nursery & Preparatory School

Earsby Street, Olympia, Hammersmith, London, England W14 8SH
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 2 - 11 Years Day
We are a co-educational independent preparatory day school for children aged 2-11 in West Kensington, London. We are ambitious for our pupils. This means we want them to have fun as they learn, because we know happy children...
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Palmers Green High School

104 Hoppers Road, Winchmore Hill, London, England N21 3LJ
Private School (Fee Paying) Girls 4 - 16 Years Day
At PGHS we provide girls with an exceptional education, challenging and guiding them to achieve their full potential within our warm and friendly school environment.
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Snaresbrook Preparatory School

75 Woodford Road, South Woodford, London, England E18 2EA
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 4 - 11 Years Day
Snaresbrook Preparatory is a small independent school for children aged three-and-a-half to eleven where every child is seen, known and heard. We have three aims: to ensure each child reaches their full academic potential;...
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Lockers Park School

Lockers Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, England HP1 1TL
Private School (Fee Paying) Boys 4 - 13 Years Day & Boarding (Flexi, Full, Weekly)
Lockers Park is situated in 23 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire woodland, within easy reach of Berkhamsted, St Alban, Harpenden, Tring and the towns and villages of West Hertfordshire. We’re only a short walk away from Hemel...
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