Developing remarkable people

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

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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News

Creative Arts Week at the Pre-Prep 

Creative Arts Week at the Pre-Prep 

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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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Year One time travel to the Victorian Era!

Year One time travel to the Victorian Era!

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In Search of Bumblebees with the Pre-Prep

In Search of Bumblebees with the Pre-Prep

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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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    Celebrating the end of Lent term with a wonderful assembly!

Our community came together to listen to key moments the children enjoyed during Lent term. We especially celebrated their Lent Project where they volunteered to raise money for a local baby bank. 
Such a wonderfully worthwhile cause.

    Celebrating the end of Lent term with a wonderful assembly!

    Our community came together to listen to key moments the children enjoyed during Lent term. We especially celebrated their Lent Project where they volunteered to raise money for a local baby bank.
    Such a wonderfully worthwhile cause.

    Such fun!

More bonnets, more smiles, happy children.

Loving life at Pre-Prep!

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    Such fun!

    More bonnets, more smiles, happy children.

    Loving life at Pre-Prep!

    🥰🙌❤️🐣🌸👒

    Eggs, chicks, flowers and more paraded in our annual Easter bonnet Parade.

Super fun and excitement as the children enjoyed the spring sunshine.

Happy children all round!
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    Eggs, chicks, flowers and more paraded in our annual Easter bonnet Parade.

    Super fun and excitement as the children enjoyed the spring sunshine.

    Happy children all round!
    🐣🌸🌼❤️🤗

    London’s Burning! Year 2 brought their Great Fire of London topic to life by burning their Tudor houses in the forest! They linked their science and history learning by discussing how and why fire starts and spreads. Igniting the spark of learning from an early age!

    London’s Burning! Year 2 brought their Great Fire of London topic to life by burning their Tudor houses in the forest! They linked their science and history learning by discussing how and why fire starts and spreads. Igniting the spark of learning from an early age!

    Year 2 went out to the woods to find inspiration for their poetry writing this week. They used all their senses to soak up the signs of Spring that have appeared in recent weeks. The completed poems show how effectively outdoor learning stimulates vocabulary. And of course there’s always time to climb a tree at Pre Prep! 🌷🌳🌱🌤️

    Year 2 went out to the woods to find inspiration for their poetry writing this week. They used all their senses to soak up the signs of Spring that have appeared in recent weeks. The completed poems show how effectively outdoor learning stimulates vocabulary. And of course there’s always time to climb a tree at Pre Prep! 🌷🌳🌱🌤️

    Our Reception children  were amazing as they performed for their Pre-Prep friends!

Such confidence as they merged a myriad of traditional tales into a fabulous performance.

Next act… for parents! 

The children can’t wait to show them. 
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    Our Reception children were amazing as they performed for their Pre-Prep friends!

    Such confidence as they merged a myriad of traditional tales into a fabulous performance.

    Next act… for parents!

    The children can’t wait to show them.
    🐺🧚❤️🙌❤️😊

    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

    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.