Developing Remarkable People
Welcome to Heatherton Girls Prep School in Amersham, Buckinghamshire
Heatherton is a forward-thinking, innovative school with a very special close family feel that is renowned in the Buckinghamshire area. Part of the Berkhamsted Schools Group.
Mrs Nicola Nicoll, BSc (Hons), MEd
Headteacher of Heatherton
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We are delighted to be recognised by Early Excellence as a Partner School for 2024/25. This recognition allows us to host events and share good practices in our area, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and excellence.
Find out more about our upcoming coursesCo-Ed Nursery
Our co-educational Nursery offers outstanding Early Years education for girls and boys aged 3 – 4.
The Nursery at Heatherton is a very caring environment, where every child is known individually and their own interests nurtured and developed.
—Heatherton Nursery Parent
Heatherton’s Co-Ed NurseryAcademic
Where your daughter will flourish
The first few years of your daughter’s school experience will make a considerable impact on her future. They are crucial for opening her mind to learning, setting the standard for the years to come.
Academic Stretch & SupportCo-curricular
Outdoor Education
Sparking a sense of adventure and developing long-lasting friendships.
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Berkhamsted Group, Heatherton | 24.03.2025
Amersham named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2025
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Berkhamsted Group, Heatherton | 11.03.2025
Heatherton listed in The Week’s Best of the Best Prep Schools
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Berkhamsted Group, Heatherton | 24.01.2025
Heatherton celebrates “significant strength” ISI inspection report
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Berkhamsted Group, Boys, Girls, Heatherton, Prep, Sixth Form | 28.11.2024
Year 12s learn to lead with Humanutopia
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Berkhamsted Group, Boys, Girls, Heatherton, Prep, Sixth Form | 20.11.2024
Celebrating music at Young Musician of the Year Festival
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Berkhamsted Group, Heatherton, Sustainability | 10.09.2024
Heatherton Goes Green: Distinction Awarded in Eco-Schools Green Flag Award
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OPEN EVENTS
Why Heatherton?
Pupils of all ages flourish in their levels of understanding, communication and quality of expression […] The school’s development of pupils’ highly effective use of vocabulary is a significant strength which deepens their understanding across the curriculum.
Forward thinking and outward looking enough not to be a bubble, but there’s a lovely innocence about this small girls’ school nonetheless.
Leaders review and thoughtfully adapt the curriculum so that teaching methods meet the learning needs of pupils in all year groups. Teachers communicate high expectations for pupils’ learning outcomes. They draw on their in-depth subject knowledge and devise well-planned lessons to motivate pupils and extend their thinking. Pupils, including those in the early years, make good progress as a result.
🌸🐣 Happy Easter from all of us at Heatherton!
Before the holidays, Year 5 had great fun taking part in the Easter House Maths Challenge alongside the whole school 🧠
Thank you to The Friends of Heatherton for sponsoring the challenge and gifting every pupil a lovely Easter craft kit to enjoy at home 🎨
🌸🐣 Happy Easter from all of us at Heatherton!
Before the holidays, Year 5 had great fun taking part in the Easter House Maths Challenge alongside the whole school 🧠
Thank you to The Friends of Heatherton for sponsoring the challenge and gifting every pupil a lovely Easter craft kit to enjoy at home 🎨
🎶 Celebrating Wonderful Women in Music!
On Thursday 20 March, the beautiful St Mary’s Church came alive with the sound of music during our Prep Spring Concert. This special evening was dedicated to honouring Wonderful Women, shining a spotlight on the brilliance of female composers throughout history and today. 🎼
Our talented pupils took to the stage with confidence and heart, performing a variety of pieces. From powerful solos to harmonious ensembles, every performance was a reminder of the creativity and passion our young musicians bring to the stage 👏
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this inspiring celebration of music, talent, and the remarkable impact of women in the arts! 🎻
🎶 Celebrating Wonderful Women in Music!
On Thursday 20 March, the beautiful St Mary’s Church came alive with the sound of music during our Prep Spring Concert. This special evening was dedicated to honouring Wonderful Women, shining a spotlight on the brilliance of female composers throughout history and today. 🎼
Our talented pupils took to the stage with confidence and heart, performing a variety of pieces. From powerful solos to harmonious ensembles, every performance was a reminder of the creativity and passion our young musicians bring to the stage 👏
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this inspiring celebration of music, talent, and the remarkable impact of women in the arts! 🎻
Why Heatherton? 🌟
Is it because we’re passionate about nurturing young minds through a dynamic, research-led curriculum?
Our innovative approach to education sparks curiosity and builds confidence from the very start. We place every pupil at the heart of their learning journey.
👩🏫 Dedicated, passionate teachers
📚 A forward-thinking, pupil-centred curriculum
💫 A community that believes in your child`s potential
Join us at our Open Event on Friday, 9 May, to discover what makes Heatherton such a special place for your child to grow, learn, and thrive. ⬆️Click the link in our bio to book.
Why Heatherton? 🌟
Is it because we’re passionate about nurturing young minds through a dynamic, research-led curriculum?
Our innovative approach to education sparks curiosity and builds confidence from the very start. We place every pupil at the heart of their learning journey.
👩🏫 Dedicated, passionate teachers
📚 A forward-thinking, pupil-centred curriculum
💫 A community that believes in your child`s potential
Join us at our Open Event on Friday, 9 May, to discover what makes Heatherton such a special place for your child to grow, learn, and thrive. ⬆️Click the link in our bio to book.
Why Heatherton?
Is it for our wide range of enriching clubs and extra-curricular activities that help every child to thrive beyond the classroom?
🏃♀️One of our most popular clubs is Cross Country, held every Tuesday, where pupils build fitness, resilience and a love for the outdoors. It’s just one of the many ways we inspire our pupils to be adventurous!
Why Heatherton?
Is it for our wide range of enriching clubs and extra-curricular activities that help every child to thrive beyond the classroom?
🏃♀️One of our most popular clubs is Cross Country, held every Tuesday, where pupils build fitness, resilience and a love for the outdoors. It’s just one of the many ways we inspire our pupils to be adventurous!
Yesterday we celebrated achievements from our Lent term. Well done to all our girls for another fantastic term of learning, sporting and charitable achievements. We are so proud of you all 🤗💚
Yesterday we celebrated achievements from our Lent term. Well done to all our girls for another fantastic term of learning, sporting and charitable achievements. We are so proud of you all 🤗💚
🎣 Happy April Fools’ Day from Heatherton! 😄
Did you know that in France, it’s called Poisson d’Avril (April Fish)? 🐟🇫🇷
The classic prank? Sneakily sticking a paper fish on someone’s back… then shouting “Poisson d’Avril!” and running off giggling. Many of our staff and pupils were caught out by clever tricks!
Who’s your target today? 😏
🎣 Happy April Fools’ Day from Heatherton! 😄
Did you know that in France, it’s called Poisson d’Avril (April Fish)? 🐟🇫🇷
The classic prank? Sneakily sticking a paper fish on someone’s back… then shouting “Poisson d’Avril!” and running off giggling. Many of our staff and pupils were caught out by clever tricks!
Who’s your target today? 😏
🎻 As part of our music stretch and challenge offer, our girls playing at Grade 3 or above had the exciting opportunity to join the senior school orchestra at @rmsforgirls for the afternoon! Under the direction of Mr. Werner, they worked hard on their sight reading and performance skills, tackling some challenging pieces before performing in a concert. A huge well done to all involved – and what better way to finish than with a well-deserved cup of tea! ☕👏
🎻 As part of our music stretch and challenge offer, our girls playing at Grade 3 or above had the exciting opportunity to join the senior school orchestra at @rmsforgirls for the afternoon! Under the direction of Mr. Werner, they worked hard on their sight reading and performance skills, tackling some challenging pieces before performing in a concert. A huge well done to all involved – and what better way to finish than with a well-deserved cup of tea! ☕👏
Year 6 Mars have been leading the school for todays Wake and Shake
Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible, wonderful and inspirational mothers, grandmothers and care givers in our school community. We hope you have a lovely day 💕
Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible, wonderful and inspirational mothers, grandmothers and care givers in our school community. We hope you have a lovely day 💕
What a match!!! Year 6 vs Teachers netball! It was so close, it could have gone either way at any minute… but in the end, the teachers had it! Well done players! What a fantastic crowd too! ❤️🎉
What a match!!! Year 6 vs Teachers netball! It was so close, it could have gone either way at any minute… but in the end, the teachers had it! Well done players! What a fantastic crowd too! ❤️🎉
🎨Year 6 have spent the day immersed in contemporary Art at the Tate Modern on the Southbank. Exploring the permanent collection, as well as an exhibition by light artist Anthony McCall. Inspiration and some fun in the sun! ☀️
🎨Year 6 have spent the day immersed in contemporary Art at the Tate Modern on the Southbank. Exploring the permanent collection, as well as an exhibition by light artist Anthony McCall. Inspiration and some fun in the sun! ☀️
Why Heatherton?
Is it for our fantastic location – one of only two Buckinghamshire towns to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Live?
We are delighted to see Amersham identified by The Sunday Times’ team of experts as one of the top places to live in the UK. Described by the judges as offering “the best of both worlds”, Amersham benefits from both “the fresh-air charms of countryside living” and “every urban convenience.” No wonder it’s seen as a “prime commuter hotspot.”
Heatherton was also identified as a “popular prep school” in the guide to Amersham’s ‘Best Schools’. With our excellent 11+ preparation, we are in a prime location for the girls to move on to “Buckinghamshire’s high-achieving grammar schools”. Many of our girls (32%) go on to Dr Challoner’s High School, which is ranked 38 in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide to state secondaries.
Join us at our upcoming Open Event on Friday 9 May to explore the charms of Amersham and see for yourself how Heatherton contributes to this wonderful community.
Book now via the link in our bio.
Why Heatherton?
Is it for our fantastic location – one of only two Buckinghamshire towns to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Live?
We are delighted to see Amersham identified by The Sunday Times’ team of experts as one of the top places to live in the UK. Described by the judges as offering “the best of both worlds”, Amersham benefits from both “the fresh-air charms of countryside living” and “every urban convenience.” No wonder it’s seen as a “prime commuter hotspot.”
Heatherton was also identified as a “popular prep school” in the guide to Amersham’s ‘Best Schools’. With our excellent 11+ preparation, we are in a prime location for the girls to move on to “Buckinghamshire’s high-achieving grammar schools”. Many of our girls (32%) go on to Dr Challoner’s High School, which is ranked 38 in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide to state secondaries.
Join us at our upcoming Open Event on Friday 9 May to explore the charms of Amersham and see for yourself how Heatherton contributes to this wonderful community.
Book now via the link in our bio.
