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Welcome to Kew College Prep

Welcome to Kew College Prep school, a co-educational independent prep school and nursery for children aged 3-11 years. We are located in the heart of Kew, near Richmond in South West London. We believe our prep school and nursery offer children the best possible start in life, fostering skills and attitudes that will stay with them long after they’ve left us. We value each of our wonderful children and are proud to be part of their lives.

 

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What better way to learn about our school than through our children's own words? They will tell you how truly wonderful school life is at Kew College Prep school.
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Why choose Kew College Prep?

At Kew College Prep school, we firmly believe in unlocking every child’s potential. Their individual talents and amazing qualities are recognised and developed from starting with us in Nursery. By the time they leave us at the end of Year 6 they have a firm sense of their own strengths.
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Pastoral Care

Our Pastoral Curriculum underpins everything we do at Kew College Prep school. We work as a team to ensure all children are listened to and feel valued. The strong sense of community at our school is enhanced by our governors and parents, all of whom are fully committed to the school’s ethos and values, and work tirelessly on its behalf.

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Kew College Prep ‘Together’

A great set of matches for the U10 & U11 footballers today against @unicornschoolkewroad Thankyou for hosting and for the fun competitive games.

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📣 If you’re a parent or carer to a 0-3 year old child then join us for our free Stay & Play! You and your child will be able to explore the activities in one of our Reception classrooms and will have access to our climbing frame and playground equipment! Our Head of Early Years, Mrs Fryer, will be leading the session and it’s a great chance to chat with her and other local families about all things Early Years, while enjoying a morning of play with your child! 🧸 

⏰ When: Friday 22nd November from 9-10am
📍 Where: Kew College Prep, 24-26 Cumberland Road, Kew, TW9 3HQ
👶 Who: Available to all parents and carers with a child aged 0-3 years

Places are limited so please book your spot via our website. We can’t wait to see you and your child for a morning of fun! 🤩 

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Ready, Steady, Reception: Preparing your child to start school

Sep 23, 2024

When you start thinking about your child approaching Reception age, it’s natural to feel a mix of excitement and apprehension. Starting school is a significant milestone and ensuring a smooth transition requires some preparation. However, with the right approach, you can set your child up for success and make their... Read article

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Building Resilience

Sep 23, 2024

At Kew College Prep, we understand that many children feel nervous about making mistakes, which can often hold them back from exploring new opportunities. That’s why we’re committed to nurturing self-esteem and resilience, showing our pupils that mistakes aren’t something to fear, but an essential part of the learning process.... Read article

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Year 6 Residential to France

Jun 6, 2024

On Monday 20th May, Year 6 waved goodbye to their families and boarded the bus, headed for Dover, and on to Normandy! The first stop was the Nausicaa Sealife Centre where the children learnt all about the abundance of life in our oceans. They had the pleasure of viewing giant... Read article

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Founder’s Day 2024

Mar 28, 2024

On 15th March we celebrated Founder’s Day with lots of fun filled activities for the children. Firstly, when they arrived at school, children were very excited to see our mobile farm on the forecourt, including lambs, a donkey, rabbits and ducks! Throughout the day all children had the opportunity to... Read article

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Painshill Park

Reception Trip to Painshill Park

Mar 28, 2024

In the enchanting realm of Painshill Park, a group of adventurous Reception children embarked on a magical journey through the woods, guided by the charm of fairytales. They helped Little Red Riding Hood find her grandmother’s house, built homes for Baby Bear, and explored a castle where Sleeping Beauty lay... Read article

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Friday 22nd November from 9-10am

To book your place, visit our Stay & Play page