Pre-Prep School
Little explorers today, confident learners tomorrow.
A Warm Welcome from the Head of Pre-Prep, Jenny Blacker
The Pre-Prep years lay the foundations for everything that follows. At this stage, children grow in confidence as they explore, play and learn through real experiences. With outdoor learning at the heart of our philosophy and our Learning Powers guiding the way, we nurture curious, capable and confident learners.
6 Reasons to choose Great Walstead
There’s so many things that make our school unique. Here’s our top six.
1. Our values
We lead by example to instil positive values – empathy, adventure and determination – which are integral to our school life and just as important to us as academic achievement.
2. Our Learning Philosophy
We’ve named our learning philosophy Mud π because we believe that building a den in the woods can offer the same chance to learn as a science lesson in the lab.
3. Award Winning
We have been awarded International Association of Prep Schools’ Excellence in Education and nominated for TES Pre-Prep School of the Year in 2021.
4. Guided by the ‘7Cs’
It’s our job as teachers to cultivate the innate curiosity and creativity in our children. Our learning compass – the ‘7Cs’ – helps guide us.
5. Our exceptional facilities
With state-of-the-art sports facilities, a dedicated performing arts centre, science and innovation labs and 265 acres of grounds, every child can find their place to shine.
6. Rated excellent by the ISI
We are proud to have been given the highest possible rating from the Independent School Inspectorate in both academic achievements and personal development.
Reception: Take the first step
Find out how we introduce your child to school life, with our unique learning philosophy which instils a lifelong love of learning from the very start.
Hear from our Great Walstead families
What’s life like at our school? Find out from the people who know best – our wonderful pupils and their parents.
Any questions?
Watch our FAQ videos to find the answers.
