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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Did you know? Our Cookery Room is about so much more than cooking! 👨🍳
From Nursery to Year 6, our children make the most of this fantastic space across a variety of subjects.
Whether they’re exploring Roman life in History, learning about weight and mass in Maths, or investigating solids and liquids in Science, our Cookery Room provides the perfect space for hands-on, practical learning.
With our small class sizes, we’re lucky to make the most of all the wonderful facilities here at St Mag’s, from our Cookery Room to our Forest School and outdoor classroom.
We believe that some of the best learning happens when children can get stuck in, explore and discover things for themselves!
At St Mag’s, learning is an adventure, both inside and outside the classroom!🌿
Exciting News! We’ve been shortlisted! 🌿
We’re absolutely delighted to share that St Mag’s has been shortlisted for the Essex Life Garden of the Year Awards 2026!
Our children from Years 1-6 have been working so hard in Gardening Club with Miss Day, nurturing our gardens, learning new skills and watching everything they’ve planted grow. It’s wonderful to see their hard work paying off, and we couldn’t be prouder of what they’ve achieved this year!
We’re so excited to be part of the awards and can’t wait to see what happens next.
Well done to all our budding gardeners! 🌱🌼
Although we’re now on our half-term break, St Mag’s is still here if you need us! 💙
Our St Mag’s Holiday Camp is running this week, and our Admissions Team will be available throughout the two-week break to offer tours, answer any questions and provide support to families considering St Margaret’s.
Whether you’re thinking about joining us or simply need a little more information, we’re always happy to help!
📞 01787 273 050
📧 admissions@stmargaretsprep.com
Please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’d love to hear from you! 🎃
Just one day to go until our Open Morning!
Join us tomorrow, Friday 16th October, from 10am–12 midday to discover what makes St Margaret’s Prep School so special.
It’s not too late to book a tour! Whether you’re considering nursery, Reception or looking ahead to grammar school and independent senior school preparation, we’d love to show you around and answer your questions.
Come and meet our team, explore our school and see first-hand what life at St Margaret’s is all about.
Friday 16th October | 10am–12 midday
Get in touch to book your tour – we look forward to welcoming you!
☎ 01787 273 050
📧 admissions@stmargaretsprep.com
🎃🍂 A huge thank you to @coxs_spencersfarmshop_cafe for giving our Creative Prefects such a special treat and welcoming us to your amazing pumpkin tunnel! 🧡
We had a fantastic morning picking pumpkins to carve and decorate, getting us all in the autumn spirit just in time for half term! 🍁🎨
Thank you for making it such a lovely experience! 🎃✨
We’re getting autumnal here at St Mag’s! 🎃🍂
Pumpkins, autumn colours and a little seasonal magic around our school! 🍁
We love seeing the signs of autumn popping up, even in Art club! 🎃🖌🎨
Every child deserves a place where they can grow, discover their passions and create wonderful memories.
At St Margaret’s Prep, we make every day an opportunity to learn, explore and shine. ✨
Mid-year places are available! If you’re looking for a fresh start for your child, we’d love to welcome you to St Mag’s.
Get in touch with our admissions team to find out more or arrange a personal visit.
📧 admissions@stmargaretsprep.com
📞 01787 273 050
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Year 5 have been AMAZING at Bikeability over the last two days!
We’ve seen so much progress, confidence and determination from everyone!
Some riders who weren’t feeling as confident on their bikes at the start are now absolutely flying!
You’ve all worked so hard, challenged yourselves and shown just how much you can achieve. We are SO proud of every single one of you! 🥹👏
Keep pedalling, Year 5 - you’ve smashed it! ❤️🚴♂️
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