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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Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a parent makes, and we’re here to help make it the best one.
At St Margaret’s Prep, our children thrive in a beautiful countryside setting where happiness, curiosity, and kindness are at the heart of everything we do.
We combine high academic achievement with a strong focus on wellbeing, knowing that happy children achieve great things. Through our holistic approach, we nurture pupils to become confident, compassionate learners, ready for life’s next adventures.
Start your child’s journey with us and contact our friendly admissions team today to arrange a personal tour of our school.
📞 01787 273 050
📧 admissions@stmargaretsprep.com
Take Centre Stage at St Margaret`s 🎭
Drama thrives at St. Margaret`s Prep, nurturing confidence, creativity, and imagination in our pupils. Here, children develop vital skills like co-operation and communication. Classes and year groups perform regularly in assemblies, giving parents the opportunity to witness their talents first-hand.
Our festive traditions include enchanting Nativity performances by Nursery, Reception, and Pre-prep followed by a Prep Christmas concert and carol service at our local church. 🎄
Speech Day, our summer production is our grand finale event of the year, where every child aged 2 and up takes the stage. Year 6 children audition eagerly for leading roles, showcasing their talents. 🎶
Some of our past Year 6 pupils have gone on to earn drama scholarships and join prestigious groups like the National Youth Theatre and National Youth Music Theatre, embracing the performing arts beyond St. Margaret`s. 🌟🎤
Prepared. For Everything ✨
Places are filling fast in our Caterpillars and Butterflies classes for September!
Enquire today to ensure your little one experiences a nurturing and educational environment.
Why Choose Us?
💙15 Hours of Funding Accepted
💙Teacher-Led Lessons: Including French, Cookery, and PE to enrich learning.
💙Excellent Pastoral Care
💙School Readiness
💙Term Time Only
💙St Margaret`s Camp: Available during school holidays for continued fun.
💙Wrap Around Care: From 7:30am to 6pm, providing convenience for busy parents.
Don`t miss out on this opportunity! Secure your child`s place today and give them the best start in life. 🌈
A week ago today, the children were making us so PROUD with their Speech Day Performance, ‘A Ripple In Time’. It was truly outstanding. 💙
Summer Holidays Have Begun! ☀️
Even though our summer holidays have officially started, we`re still here to support you! 🌟 We’re eagerly counting down the days until the start of St. Mag’s Summer Camp in just two weeks. We can`t wait to hear the joyous laughter and the sound of children playing and having a ball! 🎈
If you’d like to arrange a tour during the summer holidays or need any support, don’t hesitate to reach out! Our friendly admissions team are ready to help!
📞 Contact us at: 01787 273 050
📧 Email us at: admissions@stmargaretsprep.com
Enjoy your summer, and see you soon! 😎🌼
Thank you so much to our Year 6 leavers for these amazing buddy benches! We cannot wait for the children to make use of these come September 🩵💙
Thank you @_thomasfranks for a wonderful Year 6 Leavers Lunch in our Orchard yesterday afternoon, following a fantastic Speech Day.
We started this tradition last year and it has been a very successful event and great way to end a wonderful year ☀️🥂
Enjoy your last day Year 6 🩵
