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
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
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Because every child’s journey matters - and where they go next matters just as much ✨
We’re incredibly proud of the care, time, and dedication we invest in our pupils’ academic success. It’s all part of ensuring they feel confident, capable, and ready for the opportunities ahead.
That’s why we’re delighted to share that Mrs Moss will be hosting an optional 11+ Summer Clinic for our current Year 5 pupils, supporting them as they prepare for their next big step in September. These personalised 1:1 sessions are designed to nurture progress, build confidence, and help every child shine.
Further details, including booking information for our parents & carers, via School Cloud, will be shared soon 💫
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We’re proud to have taken part in the Great Big School Clean, collecting bags and bags of rubbish to help protect our environment 🌍💚
Our Eco Committee loved meeting this morning to share ideas and talk all things eco — and they’re already excited for what’s next! Starting tomorrow, we begin our new project on food waste, with support from our school nutritionist, Lottie, who will be working with us in school.
Stay tuned for updates as we continue our journey to make a difference ♻️✨
Soaking up the beautiful sunshine today, our Pre-Prep Gardening Club proudly dug up the radishes they’ve been growing with Miss Day! 🥕🌱
Off they went to the kitchen, ready to be enjoyed in tomorrow’s fresh salad 🥗
🌞 St Margaret’s Summer Camp is back! 🌞
We’re excited to return for another four weeks of fun-filled summer activities!
Keep an eye on our socials and Blenheim Connect for booking details going live in the next week!
Join us for four weeks of unforgettable fun featuring our brand-new camp-exclusive carts, jungle gym, laser tag, forest school, cookery room, and so much more!
Run by our wonderful St Margaret’s teaching staff, the camp runs daily from 9am–4pm and costs just £45 per day.
We’ll also be launching our usual 10% early bird discount, plus 10% off for siblings - making it easier for our families to join in the fun.
We’ve got your summer covered!
Year 1 are absolutely loving their Forest School sessions! 🌿 ☀️
On Thursday afternoon, they had a fantastic time creating their very own bug hotels for our creepy critters and enjoyed every moment soaking up the beautiful sunshine in our woodland. 🐛🐞🐜
Our Gardening Club is really getting into the swing of things 🌱
They’re even singing and dancing about the plants they’re learning and planting - Alchemilla mollis!
We love seeing the children so enthusiastic and making learning fun! 💙☀️
Summer Term = Cricket Season 🏏
We’re so excited to be back on the pitch and kicking off the season with our first match next Wednesday against South Lee!
There’s nothing better than having our parents and families on the sidelines, supporting and sharing in each child’s journey with us - it makes moments even more special. 💙☀️
Year 1 have been looking at the topic ‘The Magical Aquarium’ and exploring how different instruments can make the sound of water.
We also looked at a short piece of music called ‘Fish are Swimming’ and started to read the notes G/A/B/C on the stave. 🎵 🎶
