Welcome
Welcome to Wandsworth Preparatory School! We are a close knit community driven by a shared vision and unwavering commitment to excellence.Β Our small school is nestled near the edge of Wandsworth Common and the children benefit greatly from the beautiful natural environment surrounding our school.
At Wandsworth Preparatory, our vision is clear: we aspire for our pupils to be confident individuals with a real passion for learning. We champion academic success alongside the development of character, fostering a deep-rooted respect and empathy for others. Pupils at our school are happy to take risks, try new things and hone their skills and talents.
Curriculum
Wraparound Care
Forest School
Testimonials
“My teacher is lovely.
She always helps me and gives me tips to work things out on my own.
She plans exciting projects and teaches them in a fun way.”
”Not only has my son made excellent progress in both English and Maths but I also love that he spends time learning outside in the Forest. I truly believe that Forest School contributes to his general good health and well-being.”
“Wandsworth Prep provides a fantastic curriculum which makes the children very enthusiastic about learning. We were very impressed with the end of term delivery of the projects and to see the active engagement of the children. Forest School is a definite positive as the children love being outdoors and learning at the same time.”
Extra Curriculum
Our Ethos
πΈ Spring Stay & Play π°
Join us for a fun filled stay and play session for children aged 2-4 years
π» Spring crafts and activities
πΉ Meet and feed our friendly guinea pigs
πͺ΄ Enjoy our outdoor area
Open to everyone in the community, whether youβre part of our school community or simply looking for a lovely local activity with your little one
ποΈ Friday 17th April 9am - 10am
ποΈ Free to attend (booking required)
Come along and join the springtime fun βοΈ
#stayandplay #wandsworthmums #claphammums #activitiesforchildren #preschoolfun
Last week Year 5 had a fantastic trip to Hampton Court Palace as part of this termβs project.
In the workshops the explore Tudor artefacts and historical sources, deepening their understanding of life in Tudor England and the reign of Henry VIII.
A highlight was the Tudor kitchens workshop, where they discovered the contrast between life as the King and the hard work behind the scenes preparing royal feasts. A brilliant hands-on way to bring history to life π π π₯
#schooltrip #handsonlearning #educationalvisits #memorablelearning #learningbeyondtheclassroom
π£οΈ Parent Testimonial β¨
Hear what one of our parents had to say about joining our school in Reception and Year 3, and how we supported his children in transitioning smoothly into their new school and environment.
Whether youβre moving locally or internationally, we understand that changing schools is a big step. We would love to show you how we make transitions smooth, supportive and successful for both children and parents.
From tailored academic support to warm pastoral care and a strong sense of community, we pride ourselves on helping every child feel confident, settled and ready to thrive from day one π
π§ Get in touch to arrange a visit (admissons@wandsworthprep.com) and discover what makes our school so special.
#wandsworthcommon #wandsworthmums #newschoolyear #londonschool #movingschools
π©βπ« Meet our Reception teacher - Miss Ritchie π
Miss Ritchie has been part of the Wandsworth Prep community since 2017 and has been our dedicated Reception teacher since 2023. An experienced Early Years and Reception specialist, she has taught both in her native New Zealand and here in London, bringing a wealth of knowledge and warmth to our youngest learners.
Her favourite part of teaching? Seeing the joy on childrenβs faces when they learn something new, sharing special reading moments together and watching their wonderful ideas shape and drive their learning.
We have limited spaces available in our Reception 2026 class. If youβd like to visit and see what makes our school so special, please get in touch with admissions@wandsworthprep.com
#allaboutearlyyears #receptionclass #wandsworthcommon #claphammums #prepschool
π« Looking for a Reception or Nursery (3+) place for September 2026?
We are delighted to be hosting a small group tour on Thursday 26th February at 9am inviting parents to discover our nurturing, child centred school that has been thoughtfully designed to help every child thrive from day one.
During your visit, youβll enjoy a tour with our Head, meet our dedicated teachers and experience first hand our warm and welcoming school community.
Visit us and discover what makes our Early Years such a special place to begin your childβs learning journey, please email admissions@wandsworthprep.com or complete the form on our website
Limited spaces available for a September 2026 start
#receptionclass #earlyyearseducation #wandsworthcommon #claphammums #schoolstart
β€οΈ Valentineβs PTA Event
A huge well done to Year 4 and our wonderful PTA for organising such a fantastic event on Friday. The children had an amazing time enjoying a range of games and activities, including a silent disco and photo booth πͺ© πΈ
Congratulations to Christopher who correctly guessed the number of marbles in the jar (261 to be exact!) and won a giant bunny π
Thank you to everyone who helped make it such a special afternoon and supported the WPS community β€οΈ
#schoolcommunity #schoolfundraiser #wandsworthcommon #claphammums #communityspirit
π¦ πΎ Pre Prep Nursery and Reception trip to @zsllondonzoo
As part of this termβs βAnimal Safariβ topic, our Pre Prep and Reception children enjoyed a fantastic trip to London Zoo. They loved exploring the zoo and seeing a wide range of animals, with giraffes being a highlight of the day!
The children also visited Zoo Town, an immersive role play experience where they stepped into the shoes of zookeepers, scientists, vets, posties and more! It was a wonderful opportunity for them to explore the many roles involved in caring for animals.
What a fantastic and memorable day of learning and discovery π
#schooltrips #learningoutsidetheclassroom #wandsworthcommon #claphammums #earlyyearseducation
π€ Thinking about Wandsworth Prep School for your child?
π Our children consistently perform above the UK average in reading and maths, and we couldnβt be prouder of both our pupils and our dedicated staff.
Itβs the determination, ambition and expertise of our teachers, combined with a nurturing and supportive environment that helps every child grow in confidence and achieve their very best π
If youβd like to see what we offer, weβd love to welcome you for a tour. Contact our admissions team to arrange a visit on admissions@wandsworthprep.com
Last remaining spaces available for a September 2026 start π«
#prepschool #claphammums #wandsworthcommon #personalisedlearning #september2026
π πππ House morning
We had a wonderful house morning today, introducing some of our new school values of collaboration, creativity and compassion.
It was fantastic to see children from across the school working together in their houses taking part in a range of activities including a treasure hunt, βall about meβ colouring and creating thank you cards for the special people in their lives.
We finished the morning with house lunch, bringing everyone together for the perfect end to a great morning π
#schoolhouse #wandsworthcommon #claphammums #prepschool #schoollife
π« Are you looking for a new start mid year? We currently have limited spaces in Year 1 to 4 for families looking for a new school.
π Supportive and smooth transitions - we help every child settle quickly with tailored academic and pastoral support, whether they need to catch up, be stretched or simple feel happy and confident in school.
π©βπ« Meet our Head, Mrs Pache - we invite parents to enjoy a 1-1 tour of our school and discover what makes Wandsworth Prep such a special place to learn and grow.
βπΎ Children can spend a day in the classroom they hope to join, experiencing school life before any decisions are made.
π§ Ready to find out more? Get in touch to arrange a tour and discover whether Wandsworth Prep is the right next step for your child.
#newbeginnings #wandsworthcommon #wandsworthmums #londonprepschool #newschool
Well done to our Year 4 and 5 girls who took part in the @isaschoolssport netball tournament on Friday.
They played with spirit, teamwork and real determination throughout the day and weβre so proud of them - well done!
#schoolsport #teamwork #schoolsports #netballtournament #wandsworthcommon
π2026 is the National Year of Reading, a campaign led by @literacy_trust designed to get people to (re)discover the joy of reading. At our school reading sits at the heart of our curriculum and our much loved school library plays a key role in nurturing confident, curious and enthusiastic readers.
Each week, children enjoy dedicated library sessions with their class, giving them a chance to explore new stories, discover different authors and choose a new book to enjoy β¨
The library is also a calm and cosy space used for small group sessions, 1 to 1 reading and our LAMDA drama classes.
From picture books to chapter adventures, our shelves are full of opportunities to spark imagination and inspire a love of reading from a young age, to lay the foundation for long term academic success π
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