Welcome to St. Margaret’s Prep School
We know that finding the right school for your child is one of the biggest decisions parents face. That perfect environment, suited especially to your child, where they will learn, grow and embark on a journey of discovery and adventure. At St. Margaret's Prep, we pride ourselves on being just this.
Our children are happy, curious and kind. They thrive in our beautiful, countryside school, where we prioritise a holistic education, fostering character development alongside academic excellence.
Whilst academic achievement is high, so is our focus on wellbeing, as we know that happy children are high achieving children. We nurture our pupils and develop the characteristics and qualities we know they will need to build bright futures. We ensure they are fully prepared for the next steps in life, both in the classroom and beyond.
Day Nursery Awards 2025 Winners
We’re delighted to have been awarded the ‘Top 20 Day Nursery Award’ for the second year in a row!
The annual Nursery Awards recognises 20 of the top-rated Nurseries in each region of the UK based on reviews from parents/individuals responsible for a child.
We are St Margaret’s
We have a strong family ethos and instil a sense of great pride in our school community. We look after, support and encourage each other to always be our best.
Welcome to St. Margaret’s Prep School, we make education fun and stimulating. We have a reputation for developing exceptionally well-rounded pupils with a love of learning. Our results speak for themselves, with our excellence in scholarships, sports, arts and music.
"I believe strongly that a happy child is a successful child and here at St Margaret’s we excel in providing a warm, welcoming and supportive community for your family."
-Carolyn Moss, Headteacher
Awards
An excellent all-round education
We were delighted to be awarded European ‘School of the Year 2022’ at the Cognita O-wards, we offer specialist teaching across the curriculum, combined with a home-from-home family feel, to give your child the very best start.
The Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), rated St. Margaret’s as ‘excellent’ in October 2021. The inspection report concluded that the quality of the pupil’s academic and other achievements is excellent and the quality of the pupils’ personal development is also excellent.
"Pupils’ enjoyment of school life is evident in every aspect of their activities in and out the classroom. This is a result of the high quality of pastoral care, which focuses on the well-being of each individual to ensure they all flourish.” ISI, 2021
Join us for a Personal Tour
We warmly welcome families throughout the year, offering tailored personal tours on a day that suits you, including school holidays.
Enjoy a guided tour of the school, arranged by a member of our friendly Admissions Team who can answer any questions you may have
FACILITIES & LOCATION
A beautiful parkland setting
Our idyllic countryside setting, in rural north Essex, means we are surrounded by stunning scenery, including parkland, fields and woodland.
The former coach house and stables of Gosfield Hall make up the partly Grade 2 listed school buildings.
The school offers two classrooms per year group, plus dedicated rooms for music, science, art, languages and computers, as well as a sports hall and a well-stocked library. There are three music practice ‘pods’ where children have individual music lessons.
The grounds include netball courts, playgrounds, an adventure playground, and outdoor classrooms. Forest School and various sports are also available. Additionally, the school uses nearby facilities for cricket, hockey, and swimming.
School News
We have enthusiastic pupils who are eager to showcase their accomplishments, and we join in celebrating their triumphs through various engaging activities throughout the year. These activities, such as outings, concerts, sports events, and numerous other exciting events, are designed to enhance our pupils' learning experience.
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Discover St Margaret`s Prep Open Week!
Join us from Monday 29th September to Friday 3rd October for our St Margaret`s Prep Open Week! This is a fantastic opportunity to see our vibrant school and nursery in action.
Meet Our Dedicated Staff: Learn about our nurturing environment and how we support each child`s unique journey.
Guided Tours: Our wonderful Communication Prefects will lead you on an insightful tour of our beautiful grounds and facilities.
See Learning in Action: Witness first-hand why St Margaret`s is the perfect setting for your little learner.
We can`t wait to welcome you and show you the heart of our community. Don’t miss out on experiencing the warmth and excellence of St Margaret’s Prep.
For more information, visit our website or contact us directly on ☎ 01787 273 050 📧 admissions@stmargaretsprep.com to book your tour.
We look forward to meeting you!
Looking for a Year 3 place for September? It`s not too late!
At St Margaret`s Prep, we offer academic success, nurturing pastoral care, and dedicated teaching. Our young learners are destined for a brilliant start in life.
Our friendly admissions team are here to help and we have tours available, all summer long!
Give us a call today on 📞 01787 273 050 or email us 📧admissions@stmargaretsprep.com
A few weeks ago, Year 4 dove into hands on learning with a pop up cafe in our quiet garden. They took on the roles as workers and customers mastering the art of money in a fun and practical way ☕️ 🫖 🍰
Staff Spotlight ✨
Meet Miss Marshall, our Head of Science and Year 5 Teacher!
With her passion for experiments and engineering, she’s the perfect guide to steer our children towards STEAM scholarships.
At our school, we provide a broad, well-balanced STEAM curriculum, inspiring the next generation of tech entrepreneurs, digital creatives, engineers, and inventors.
Our pupils learn collaboration, effective communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and more skills essential for thriving in today’s world and beyond. Who knows? Your child might become the driverless car mechanic or metaverse developer of the future! 🚀🧪🔬
Week 2 at St Margaret’s Summer Camp 🌳 🍪
Mondays are all about merging our favourite activities! Today our Cookery and Woodland Wonderers sessions came together in the most delightful way!
We kicked off the morning by whipping up some delicious flapjacks, which the children enjoyed eating at the end of their Forest School session this afternoon.
The children had a blast bug hunting and building dens in the great outdoors! 🐜 🐛 🐞 ⛺️
Unleashing Young Scientists at St. Margaret`s Prep!
At St. Margaret`s Prep, our little learners transform into young scientists in our science lab! Under the expert guidance of our Head of Science, Miss Marshall, who has a passion for science museums and engineering, children dive into the world of STEM with exciting experiments. 🔬🧲🧪
Join us as we explore, discover, and ignite curiosity every day!
Welcome to Our Butterflies Class! 🦋
Is your child ready for an incredible journey of learning and fun? Our Butterflies class, designed for our older nursery children, is the perfect place to prepare for Reception in September 2026!
Join us as we prepare your child for everything ahead with joy and enthusiasm! 🌟
Contact us to book your tour to see the magic of St Margaret`s ✨
☎ 01787 273 050
📧 admissions@stmargaretsprep.com
