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Co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 3-7. Every child is at the centre of everything we do. Wellbeing is our first priority, and providing a high level of nurture and care is our primary focus
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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

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We 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.

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Co-curricular

Outdoor Education

Sparking a sense of adventure and developing long-lasting friendships

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Listen 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 named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2025

Berkhamsted named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2025

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Year 1 discovers the history of transport

Year 1 discovers the history of transport

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STEAM Week Roundup

STEAM Week Roundup

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Berkhamsted Pre-Prep gets creative

Berkhamsted Pre-Prep gets creative

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Year 1 transported to the Victorian seaside

Year 1 transported to the Victorian seaside

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    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.

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    It has been a magical afternoon for our Year 1 children as they came together with other local schools for a joyful celebration of music and song at our Year 1 Singing Festival in partnership with @hertsmusic. The Centenary Theatre was filled with excitement and the joy of singing, bringing smiles and laughter to all. 
Singing isn’t just fun - it’s a powerful way to build confidence, strengthen friendships and support wellbeing. 
A huge well done to all the children who made the festival so special.

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    Today we commemorated the 80th anniversary of VE Day at school with a day filled with reflection, celebration and learning. Children arrived to the sounds of 1940s music 🎶 and bunting fluttering in the breeze, setting the scene for a memorable day.
In classrooms, they took part in themed activities 🧵📚 that helped them understand the significance of Victory in Europe Day. 
It’s been a joyful and thoughtful day—bringing history to life and helping our children connect and remember significant part of the Worlds history.  🕊️❤️
#VEDay80 #Remembrance #BerkhamstedPrePrep #HistoryInTheMaking #LearningThroughPlay #ʙʀɪᴛɪsʜʜɪsᴛᴏʀʏ

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    This week the children from Stepping Stones to Year 2 enthusiastically participated in the Schools Mini London Marathon 2025. The event, held in the walled garden and saw the children take on the 2-mile challenge with great determination and spirit.
The atmosphere was filled with laughter, encouragement, and the sound of tiny feet hitting the ground. Each child completed the course either through running, walking, skipping and some even dancing. 
It was lovely to see the children enjoying the challenge and determined to complete the distance. 
Congratulations to all the participants for their incredible effort and enthusiasm! 🏅🎉
#weruntogether🏃‍♂️

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    ☀️ Welcome back to the Trinity Term! ☀️
We were so pleased to see all the children back — full of energy and big smiles 😄🌿
They were delighted to discover a brand new tyre trail in the Wall Garden 🛞— a perfect start to the term!
Huge thanks to Mr Stainer and Team, and the donation from Blains Trailers & Tyres for bringing this exciting new play feature to life.#berkhamstedpreprep #blainstrailersandtyres

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    A wonderful end to Lent term for our school community at Pre-Prep with our Easter assembly.

Celebrating together all the achievements of the term with our families is so special.

Wishing everyone a fabulous Easter break!

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    Happy Easter from Berkhamsted Pre-Prep! 🐣🌸 

Our annual Easter Bonnet Parade was an egg-stra special treat! From bunnies to blooms, our children hatched some truly beautiful creations. 💐

We’re so proud of all the egg-cellent effort and creativity on show — what a way to hop into the Easter holiday! 🐇

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    Post show celebrations for Reception children. #celebrations #traditional tales #making memories #amazing performance everyone!

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    🎶 This week, our choir had the absolute privilege of visiting Ashlyns Care Home to bring some music and joy to the residents! 💖 From the Beatles to iconic musicals, they sang a variety of songs that filled the air with warmth and happiness. 🌟 The residents and children were absolutely supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! 🎤✨

Afterwards, the children loved chatting with their audience, sharing stories and laughter. 

It’s moments like these that remind us of the power of music to bring people together and lift spirits. Thank you, Ashlyns Care Home, #berkhamstedpreprep #for letting us share our music with you! 🎵💕# Serving Others #berkhamstedpreprep #teamberko

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    An outstanding performance by our delightful Reception children!

Such expression, such confidence and best of all wonderful smiles throughout. Such a joy to watch their enjoyment and engagement as they embraced and performed a range of traditional tales.

And sooooo cute! 🥰

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