Developing remarkable people
Welcome to Berkhamsted Pre-Prep
Every decision is aimed at offering the very best of a modern, excellent education and igniting a passion for learning from the very beginning of an exceptional educational journey through our school.
Karen O’Connor BA, MA, PGCE, NPQH
Headteacher of Berkhamsted Prep and Pre-Prep; Head of Berkhamsted Day Nursery
Read moreWe are winners of the Independent Pre-Prep School of the Year award 2023
2024 Awards
We are thrilled to announce that our Berkhamsted School is a finalist for four prestigious awards: the Independent School of the Year for Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ), the Prepared for Life Award in the Muddy Stilettos Best School Awards, the School House Mind & Mental Health Champion Award, and the School House Sustainability Champion Award. These recognitions highlight our unwavering commitment to excellence, inclusion, mental well-being, and sustainability, reinforcing our dedication to providing the best possible environment for every student.
Academic
The very best of a modern education
At Berkhamsted Pre-Prep, every decision we make is aimed at offering your child the very best of a modern education. Learning never stands still at Berkhamsted Pre-Prep. We believe in making learning active and encourage the children to approach every day with questions and curiosity so that they want to learn more.
Read moreCo-curricular
Outdoor Education
Sparking a sense of adventure and developing long-lasting friendships
Read moreListen to our latest podcast
Hear from Head of Stepping Stones, Debbie Cooper, discuss the importance of play and her research on the ‘Million Word Gap’ in our podcast.
News
Berkhamsted Group, Boys, Girls, Pre-Prep, Prep, Sixth Form, Sustainability | 09.09.2024
Berkhamsted School selected as a Finalist for two School House Awards
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Berkhamsted Group, Pre-Prep, Prep | 06.09.2024
Sunny smiles as Berkhamsted Prep and Pre-Prep return for Michaelmas Term
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Berkhamsted Group, Pre-Prep, Prep | 19.06.2024
Berkhamsted Pre-Prep and Prep celebrates the International Day of Play
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Berkhamsted Group, Boys, Girls, Pre-Prep, Prep | 12.06.2024
An evening of teaching and learning at Berkhamsted
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Berkhamsted Group, Podcast, Pre-Prep | 25.04.2024
Interview with Debbie Cooper, Head of Stepping Stones
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LEAP INTO ACTION
Open Events
As dreamy country schools go, the pre-prep is right up there, while the prep – a five minute drive away – is much bigger and so urban it could almost be London.
Staff share an ambitious vision, with high expectations for what all children can achieve and ensure that high standards of learning and care are delivered.
Inside, the emphasis on teaching and learning, as well as cross-curricular, is evident from the glass-covered noticeboards alone – among the largest and most comprehensive we’ve seen.
Berkhamsted Pre-Prep is once again filled with the sound of laugher and excitement as we start the new academic year. The children are thrilled to be back with their friends. From the smiles on their faces, it’s clear to see they are delighted to be back and ready for a new and exciting term.
Berkhamsted Pre-Prep is once again filled with the sound of laugher and excitement as we start the new academic year. The children are thrilled to be back with their friends. From the smiles on their faces, it’s clear to see they are delighted to be back and ready for a new and exciting term.
We welcomed our Year 3 to Prep this morning!
A mix of excitement, butterflies and curiosity, with huge smiles all round. Looking forward to hearing about all the new things they will do and enjoy.
We welcomed our Year 3 to Prep this morning!
A mix of excitement, butterflies and curiosity, with huge smiles all round. Looking forward to hearing about all the new things they will do and enjoy.
A delightful family picnic kickstarted our new academic year at Pre-Prep!
We loved seeing our families and children return to school, with huge smiles and giggles!
Berkhamsted family at its best.
So excited to see what our children can achieve in the weeks ahead.
😊🫶❤️🤗
A delightful family picnic kickstarted our new academic year at Pre-Prep!
We loved seeing our families and children return to school, with huge smiles and giggles!
Berkhamsted family at its best.
So excited to see what our children can achieve in the weeks ahead.
😊🫶❤️🤗
What did we learn in Year 2?
📹Find out in our video on YouTube.
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What did we learn in Year 2?
📹Find out in our video on YouTube.
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#BerkhamstedSchool
#teamberko
What’s your favourite thing about Year 1 at Berkhamsted Pre-Prep? ❤️
Find out in our video and watch the full version on YouTube.
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What’s your favourite thing about Year 1 at Berkhamsted Pre-Prep? ❤️
Find out in our video and watch the full version on YouTube.
#teamberko
#BerkhamstedPrePrep
#BerkhamstedSchool
What do we do in Reception?
Find out in this video from our pupils and why we’re the Independent Pre-Prep School of the Year.
Comment ❤️ below and we’ll send you a link to the full video.
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What do we do in Reception?
Find out in this video from our pupils and why we’re the Independent Pre-Prep School of the Year.
Comment ❤️ below and we’ll send you a link to the full video.
@independentschoolparent
#BerkhamstedSchool
#BerkhamstedPrePrep
#IndependentPrePreoftheYear
What’s it like at Stepping Stones?
Hear what our pupils have to say.
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What’s it like at Stepping Stones?
Hear what our pupils have to say.
Comment ❤️below for a link to the full video.
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👀 Coming soon.
👑Look out for the video of Year 2’s performance of Snow White.
A year of unforgettable melodies! Celebrating a fantastic year of music at the Pre-Prep 🥳
Year 1 and Year 2 Sports Day Fun! 🎉
Our house captains proudly led their teams into the Walled Garden, brimming with excitement for the day’s challenges. After a good warm-up, the children competed in sack races, obstacle courses, basketball, lacrosse, hockey, space hoppers, and the classic egg and spoon race 🍳.
Year 2s concluded the day with some speedy running races, culminating in a relay race victory for York House.
Well done to all the children for their enthusiasm, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Stay tuned for more photos! 📸
#teamberko #PrePrepSportsDay
Year 1 and Year 2 Sports Day Fun! 🎉
Our house captains proudly led their teams into the Walled Garden, brimming with excitement for the day’s challenges. After a good warm-up, the children competed in sack races, obstacle courses, basketball, lacrosse, hockey, space hoppers, and the classic egg and spoon race 🍳.
Year 2s concluded the day with some speedy running races, culminating in a relay race victory for York House.
Well done to all the children for their enthusiasm, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Stay tuned for more photos! 📸
#teamberko #PrePrepSportsDay
Third time lucky! 🌧️🎉
Despite the drizzly rain, we finally managed to hold our Pre-Prep Sports Day today.
The children in Stepping Stones and Reception, enthusiastically leapt into the challenges including various obstacle courses and in keeping with the Euros, a football goal.
They showed incredible agility, teamwork, coordination, concentration, and balance.
Well done to all our young athletes! 👏🏅
👀Look out for more photos to follow.
#teamberko #PrePrepSportsDay
Third time lucky! 🌧️🎉
Despite the drizzly rain, we finally managed to hold our Pre-Prep Sports Day today.
The children in Stepping Stones and Reception, enthusiastically leapt into the challenges including various obstacle courses and in keeping with the Euros, a football goal.
They showed incredible agility, teamwork, coordination, concentration, and balance.
Well done to all our young athletes! 👏🏅
👀Look out for more photos to follow.
#teamberko #PrePrepSportsDay
The children enjoyed singing their Sports Day Song after completing their relay races. Good job EYFS, you collaborated and supported each other in your teams! 🏃♀️⚽️🏓🏅
The children enjoyed singing their Sports Day Song after completing their relay races. Good job EYFS, you collaborated and supported each other in your teams! 🏃♀️⚽️🏓🏅
