Prep Schools in the South West of England and Wales
The South West of England and Wales offer a distinctive mix of private prep schools, combining academic excellence with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, creativity and pastoral care. From historic schools in Bath, Bristol and Devon to highly regarded preparatory schools across Cardiff and rural Wales, families can choose from nurturing environments that encourage confidence, curiosity and independence.
Many independent prep schools in the region benefit from spacious countryside settings, excellent sporting facilities and close-knit school communities, while still delivering strong preparation for senior school entry and future academic success. Parents are often attracted to the South West and Wales for their balance of tradition, individual attention and exceptional quality of life.
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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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
At St Margaret’s Prep, every child is known, supported and inspired to discover their unique potential. Located in the heart of Wiltshire, St Margaret’s Prep offers girls and boys aged 2-11 a nurturing community and...
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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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Farleigh School
Red Rice, Andover, Hampshire, England SP11 7PW
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 3 - 13 Years Day & Boarding (Flexi, Full)
Farleigh is a wonderful place in which to spend your childhood. It is set in the Test Valley of Hampshire in 70 acres of parkland and woodland where children can be 'free range' in safety - and this only an hour from London....
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