Developing remarkable people

Co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 7-11. A supportive, family community which fosters a strong sense of belonging.
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Welcome to Berkhamsted Prep School

Being a pupil here is a unique experience; everyone is treated as an individual and our child-centred approach to education ensures they develop a natural curiosity and thirst for learning.

Karen O’Connor BA, MA, PGCE, NPQH

Headteacher of Berkhamsted Prep and Pre-Prep; Head of Berkhamsted Day Nursery

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Academic

Individual and child-centred approach to education

Our pupils are at the centre of everything we do. Everyone is treated as an individual and our child-centred approach to education ensures they develop a natural curiosity, motivation and thirst for learning.

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Co-curricular

Beyond the Curriculum

An education at Berkhamsted Prep provides our pupils with the academic skills and qualifications they will need to meet their future aspirations, combined with the opportunity to gain the life skills and experiences they will need for a successful, happy future.

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News

STEAM Week at Berkhamsted Prep

STEAM Week at Berkhamsted Prep

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Year 5 meet the Tudors

Year 5 meet the Tudors

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Creative Arts Week at the Pre-Prep 

Creative Arts Week at the Pre-Prep 

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Berkhamsted ranked 10th in School Sport Magazine’s top 200 list  

Berkhamsted ranked 10th in School Sport Magazine’s top 200 list  

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Encouraging Positive Conversations; Humanutopia 2023

Encouraging Positive Conversations; Humanutopia 2023

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Tis’ the season to serve others: Berkhamsted’s Christmas charity appeals

Tis’ the season to serve others: Berkhamsted’s Christmas charity appeals

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    Value added is the name of the game: most enter the nursery at national standard, but by year 6 the vast majority are well beyond it, with many of them significantly above.

    Pupils develop their self-knowledge, self-esteem and resilience to a mature level, encouraged by the school’s focus on perseverance.

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    To celebrate the end of a wonderful Lent term we came together as a school community in our school chapel.

Themes of kindness and love were at the centre of the service where the children were celebrated for the strength of the relationships they have at Prep which are as a result of their being kind to each other.
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    To celebrate the end of a wonderful Lent term we came together as a school community in our school chapel.

    Themes of kindness and love were at the centre of the service where the children were celebrated for the strength of the relationships they have at Prep which are as a result of their being kind to each other.
    🙏❤️😊

    An array of our young musicians were so excited to perform for their families at our adoring Concert.

Such talent, such enthusiasm and so much enjoyment.

A delightful evening enjoyed by all!

    An array of our young musicians were so excited to perform for their families at our adoring Concert.

    Such talent, such enthusiasm and so much enjoyment.

    A delightful evening enjoyed by all!

    A fab morning of house netball enjoyed by children across all year groups.

Super collaboration and encouragement from everyone, with every child participating.

Best way to encourage early engagement with sport!
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    A fab morning of house netball enjoyed by children across all year groups.

    Super collaboration and encouragement from everyone, with every child participating.

    Best way to encourage early engagement with sport!
    😊🙌❤️🏐👏

    Happy #InternationalDayOfHappiness

🎉 Let's embrace joy in learning and friendship today! 

Here are some ideas of how we can celebrate:

😊Practise gratitude and reflect on the things you're thankful for
👂Listen to what people say without judging them
🌞Give positive comments to as many people as possible
📰Share an encouraging news story to inspire others
🤗Reach out to a friend, family member or colleague for support

📚👫 #HappinessDay #BerkhamstedSchool
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    Happy #InternationalDayOfHappiness

    🎉 Let`s embrace joy in learning and friendship today!

    Here are some ideas of how we can celebrate:

    😊Practise gratitude and reflect on the things you`re thankful for
    👂Listen to what people say without judging them
    🌞Give positive comments to as many people as possible
    📰Share an encouraging news story to inspire others
    🤗Reach out to a friend, family member or colleague for support

    📚👫 #HappinessDay #BerkhamstedSchool
    @actionhappiness

    🏆The U14s are @englandnetball National School Netball Champions! 🏐

They had a full day of very competitive pool games and a win in extra time in the semi-final, with a final against Putney High, winning 8-3. What a fantastic achievement for this squad.

🙏Thank you to all the staff and parents for their support.

    🏆The U14s are @englandnetball National School Netball Champions! 🏐

    They had a full day of very competitive pool games and a win in extra time in the semi-final, with a final against Putney High, winning 8-3. What a fantastic achievement for this squad.

    🙏Thank you to all the staff and parents for their support.

    At the end of an exciting week of STEAM activities, the children celebrated with assemblies from Year 4 about the history of time, and a reflection of the whole week by Year 5 and 6.

We were grateful to one of our parents who is a heart surgeon and who gave his time to provide an interesting and informative workshop on the heart. ❤️ 

Challenging our children to embrace learning in these areas with critical thinking and an open mind was our aim. While also encouraging innovation and a willingness to take risks to be able to design the future.

After all, the future will be in their hands!
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    At the end of an exciting week of STEAM activities, the children celebrated with assemblies from Year 4 about the history of time, and a reflection of the whole week by Year 5 and 6.

    We were grateful to one of our parents who is a heart surgeon and who gave his time to provide an interesting and informative workshop on the heart. ❤️

    Challenging our children to embrace learning in these areas with critical thinking and an open mind was our aim. While also encouraging innovation and a willingness to take risks to be able to design the future.

    After all, the future will be in their hands!
    🌍👋😊❤️