Discover Banstead Prep

Where Every Child is Free to Be Themselves

At Banstead Prep, we believe school should be fun. Happy children flourish, and happy children learn. Every child at our school is “Free to be ME”, in a nurturing environment where they feel safe, valued, and listened to.

We celebrate diversity, individuality, and inclusivity, preparing children not just for exams, but for life beyond school. Our guiding principles—Be Safe, Be Ready, Be Respectful, Be Yourself, and Be Kind—create a community where wellbeing and high expectations go hand in hand.

From our youngest nursery children to those preparing for senior school, Banstead Prep offers a broad, inspiring curriculum alongside a rich co-curricular programme. With outstanding facilities and a talented, specialist teaching team, we ignite curiosity, encourage ambition, and help every child thrive academically, socially, and personally.

Founded in 2017, Banstead Prep is a co-educational prep school for girls and boys aged 2–11, where every child is encouraged to aim high, dream big, and grow into their unique potential.

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Open Morning – Saturday 16 May, 10:00am-12:00pm

Join us for our Open Morning, where you can meet the Head and hear his vision for the school. Families will have the opportunity to tour our facilities, explore our classrooms and specialist spaces, and speak with the teachers who bring learning at Banstead Prep to life. This relaxed weekend event is a wonderful way to get a feel for our environment and discover how we support every child to thrive.

IN ACTION Open Morning – Thursday 4 June 2026, 9:30-11:00am

Our In Action Open Morning offers the chance to see Banstead Prep on a typical school day. Visit lessons from Nursery to Year 6, meet our dedicated staff, and experience our vibrant learning environment in real time. You’ll see first-hand how we inspire children to embrace challenge, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love of learning. This event provides an authentic insight into the energy, curiosity, and warmth that make our school such a special place.

 

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Testimonials

“In all areas of school life, pupils evaluate themselves against the eight habits which they know underpin powerful learning.  Pupils in all year groups understand these characteristics to be the behaviours which help them be the best that they can be.”

ISI Inspection November 2024
“BPS nursery is a true gem – the staff are genuinely so caring and go above and beyond to ensure every child’s needs are met. My son is so excited to go to nursery, and having been at other nurseries in the area this was definitely not always the case! The facilities are second to none, they cook, do music, PE, Forest walks, all whilst learning through play.”
Daynurseries.co.uk

“The school’s philosophy recognises the value of diversity and the individuality of everyone.  It is well understood and consistently demonstrated by staff and pupils.  This successfully generates an atmosphere of mutual respect that permeates the entire school community.”

ISI Inspection November 2024

“Banstead Prep nursery has been transformative for our little boy. The teachers are just fantastic and so nurturing. The environment is just wonderful for the children and the variety of activities amazes us. Our boy has come on leaps and bounds and it is all down to the wonderful nursery team.”

Daynurseries.co.uk

Academic Achievement

Our children make Excellent Academic Progress. At the end of each key stage of education, Banstead Prep has more than twice the number of children working ‘At Greater Depth’ than the national benchmark. Children move on from Banstead Prep to a wide range of selective independent senior schools and grammar schools as well as state secondary schools, reflecting our commitment to finding the right school for each individual and tailoring our support and preparation for 11+ assessments.

Broad Curriculum

By offering a modern education with a broad, future focused curriculum provided by specialist subject teachers in senior school standard facilities, we create opportunities for children to be excited by and truly engaged with their learning, which leads naturally to academic success. This starts right from nursery and pre-school. Facilities include a full-sized sports hall and all-weather surface sports pitch, science and STEM labs and drama and art studios. Technology is embedded in the classroom using iPads to support and enhance learning with creative activities, including individual devices for children in Years 3 – 6.

Diverse and Inclusive Community

ISI Inspectors visiting the school observed that “pupils of all backgrounds and cultures enjoy very constructive and inclusive relationships in a very diverse and well-integrated community” where “Pupils’ contributions to the wellbeing of others within the school are obvious, positive and highly effective.” We are proud of how staff, parents and children work together.

School Fees

Fees and Charges 2025/2026

Fees are subject to annual review.

Termly Fees

Nursery & Pre-school £4,483.50
Reception, Years 1 & 2 £4,862.76
Years 3 – 6 £6,372.74

Full School Fees Details

 

Contact Us

If you would like to book a visit please contact our Head of Admissions,

Katie Henderson | admissions@bansteadprep.com | 01737 363600

We look forward to welcoming you at Banstead Prep School.