Developing Remarkable People

Girls’ independent prep school in Amersham with co-educational nursery for pupils aged 2-11. Our role is to inspire, support and foster a love of learning.
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Welcome to Heatherton Girls Prep School

Heatherton is a forward-thinking, innovative school with a very special close family feel that is renowned in the Buckinghamshire area.

Mrs Nicola Nicoll, BSc (Hons), MEd

Headteacher of Heatherton

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We have been shortlisted in the Small Independent School of the Year award 2023

Co-Ed Nursery

Our co-educational Nursery offers outstanding Early Years education for girls and boys aged rising 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

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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 & Support

Co-curricular

Outdoor Education

Sparking a sense of adventure and developing long-lasting friendships.

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News

Heatherton goes litter picking!

Heatherton goes litter picking!

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Encouraging Positive Conversations; Humanutopia 2023

Encouraging Positive Conversations; Humanutopia 2023

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A magical Christingle Service at Heatherton 

A magical Christingle Service at Heatherton 

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Young Musician of the Year Festival 2023

Young Musician of the Year Festival 2023

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Eco Charity Work at Heatherton

Eco Charity Work at Heatherton

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Coronation Celebrations

Coronation Celebrations

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Heatherton visit from Paralympian

Heatherton visit from Paralympian

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    Open Events

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    Pupils achieve highly and exceed expectations across all areas, well above their commensurate ages.

    Forward thinking and outward looking enough not to be a bubble, but there’s a lovely innocence about this small girls’ school nonetheless.

    Teachers’ insistence on high expectations ensures that pupils strive from, and achieve, high standards in their learning and gain skills that enable them to make positive transitions within their school and to their senior schools.

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    We’re embracing creativity and inspiration on #WorldArtDay at #BerkhamstedSchool! 🎨✨ 

On this day, we recognise the remarkable creativity of our students and the vibrant art culture within our school. 

From the youngest artists in Stepping Stones to the advanced creators in the Sixth Form, Berkhamsted School is a canvas of diverse expressions and innovative ideas.

#WorldArtDay 
#ArtEducation
#Creativity
#BerkhamstedSchool
@berkoart

    We’re embracing creativity and inspiration on #WorldArtDay at #BerkhamstedSchool! 🎨✨

    On this day, we recognise the remarkable creativity of our students and the vibrant art culture within our school.

    From the youngest artists in Stepping Stones to the advanced creators in the Sixth Form, Berkhamsted School is a canvas of diverse expressions and innovative ideas.

    #WorldArtDay
    #ArtEducation
    #Creativity
    #BerkhamstedSchool
    @berkoart

    🌎✨ Happy #WorldArtDay! Let's celebrate the power of art in unleashing our creativity and fueling our imaginations. 🎨💫 Whether you're a painter, a poet, or just appreciate the beauty around us, today is the perfect day to get inspired and create something magical! ✨🌈

    🌎✨ Happy #WorldArtDay! Let`s celebrate the power of art in unleashing our creativity and fueling our imaginations. 🎨💫 Whether you`re a painter, a poet, or just appreciate the beauty around us, today is the perfect day to get inspired and create something magical! ✨🌈

    ☀️Leap into Trinity Term

Are you ready for a busy term?

We have lots to look forward to including:

🎤@berkhamstedschools Young Singer of the Year competition 
🥖Year 6 residential to France 
🛶Year 5 residential to Skern Lodge
🧗‍♀️Outdoor education days at @berkopreprep 
🏐Netball tournaments 

Here’s to a term filled with achievements, memories, and success!

#HeathertonSchool 
#TeamBerko
#StartofTerm
#trinityterm

    ☀️Leap into Trinity Term

    Are you ready for a busy term?

    We have lots to look forward to including:

    🎤@berkhamstedschools Young Singer of the Year competition
    🥖Year 6 residential to France
    🛶Year 5 residential to Skern Lodge
    🧗‍♀️Outdoor education days at @berkopreprep
    🏐Netball tournaments

    Here’s to a term filled with achievements, memories, and success!

    #HeathertonSchool
    #TeamBerko
    #StartofTerm
    #trinityterm

    😎Leap into summer as we welcome you back to the Trinity term.

Are you ready for a busy term?

We have lots to look forward to including:

🎤Young Singer of the Year competition
🔨Auction of Promises - closing date 31 May
🎾Start of the Athletics, Tennis and Cricket seasons
🐸Wind in the Willows - Year 6 Play
🌲Into the Woods - Y7 & 8 Play
🎽Sports Days
🧗‍♀️Residential Trips
🏆Prize Day - Saturday 29 June

🤞Wishing our GCSE and A Level students and those taking internal school exams the best of luck this term. Your hard work and dedication are commendable. 

Here’s to a term filled with achievements, memories, and success!

#BerkhamstedSchool
#TeamBerko
#StartofTerm
#trinityterm

    😎Leap into summer as we welcome you back to the Trinity term.

    Are you ready for a busy term?

    We have lots to look forward to including:

    🎤Young Singer of the Year competition
    🔨Auction of Promises – closing date 31 May
    🎾Start of the Athletics, Tennis and Cricket seasons
    🐸Wind in the Willows – Year 6 Play
    🌲Into the Woods – Y7 & 8 Play
    🎽Sports Days
    🧗‍♀️Residential Trips
    🏆Prize Day – Saturday 29 June

    🤞Wishing our GCSE and A Level students and those taking internal school exams the best of luck this term. Your hard work and dedication are commendable.

    Here’s to a term filled with achievements, memories, and success!

    #BerkhamstedSchool
    #TeamBerko
    #StartofTerm
    #trinityterm

    Mark your calendars for Friday 10 May because we are thrilled to invite you to our Stay and Play event! 🎉

👪 Bring your loved ones and enjoy a morning filled with exciting activities. It's the perfect opportunity to explore our dedicated and spacious Early Years learning environment and meet our remarkable specialist teachers. 🏫

But that's not all! We're also offering guided tours around our magnificent school, so you can see first-hand the incredible educational experience we provide. 🌈

Don't miss out! Secure your spot now by clicking the link in our bio. 👆

    Mark your calendars for Friday 10 May because we are thrilled to invite you to our Stay and Play event! 🎉

    👪 Bring your loved ones and enjoy a morning filled with exciting activities. It`s the perfect opportunity to explore our dedicated and spacious Early Years learning environment and meet our remarkable specialist teachers. 🏫

    But that`s not all! We`re also offering guided tours around our magnificent school, so you can see first-hand the incredible educational experience we provide. 🌈

    Don`t miss out! Secure your spot now by clicking the link in our bio. 👆

    🐣🌷Happy Easter!

We extend our warmest wishes to every member of our school community. 

May this season bring you joy, peace, and a well-deserved rest. 

We look forward to seeing you in the Trinity Term.

#EasterBreak #BerkhamstedSchool #TeamBerko

    🐣🌷Happy Easter!

    We extend our warmest wishes to every member of our school community.

    May this season bring you joy, peace, and a well-deserved rest.

    We look forward to seeing you in the Trinity Term.

    #EasterBreak #BerkhamstedSchool #TeamBerko

    Reflecting on a term filled with triumphs and talents, our School has truly shone! Here’s a selection of all the exciting events and activities our pupils have been a part of.

🌟 From the athletic prowess displayed in sporting events to the cultural enrichment of music and drama performances, our pupils have embraced every opportunity this term, with enthusiasm and excellence. 🏆🎭

How could we forget the Band of the Household Cavalry, the Chinese Lion Dance, the annual pancake races, World Book Day and Creative Arts week, to name but a few!

🐰As we approach the Easter break, we wish everyone a rejuvenating time filled with joy, laughter, and maybe a visit from the Easter bunny! 

#TeamBerko #EasterBreak #LentTerm #BerkhamstedSchool
#ThrowbackThursday

    Reflecting on a term filled with triumphs and talents, our School has truly shone! Here’s a selection of all the exciting events and activities our pupils have been a part of.

    🌟 From the athletic prowess displayed in sporting events to the cultural enrichment of music and drama performances, our pupils have embraced every opportunity this term, with enthusiasm and excellence. 🏆🎭

    How could we forget the Band of the Household Cavalry, the Chinese Lion Dance, the annual pancake races, World Book Day and Creative Arts week, to name but a few!

    🐰As we approach the Easter break, we wish everyone a rejuvenating time filled with joy, laughter, and maybe a visit from the Easter bunny!

    #TeamBerko #EasterBreak #LentTerm #BerkhamstedSchool
    #ThrowbackThursday

    Touch down in Milan and making new friends

    Touch down in Milan and making new friends

    Safely on board, ready for departure to Bormio for skiing

    Safely on board, ready for departure to Bormio for skiing

    Congratulations to everyone who received a trophy or merit in our end of term awards assembly. We are so proud of all of the pupils in our school community for their incredible hard work, effort and achievements this term.

    Congratulations to everyone who received a trophy or merit in our end of term awards assembly. We are so proud of all of the pupils in our school community for their incredible hard work, effort and achievements this term.

    What a fantastic afternoon of friendly competition😄. The Teachers vs Year 6 netball match was intense! Everyone played so well, but the teachers come out on top this time🏆. Well done all👏

    What a fantastic afternoon of friendly competition😄. The Teachers vs Year 6 netball match was intense! Everyone played so well, but the teachers come out on top this time🏆. Well done all👏