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Woodford Green Prep Open Day

The next Open Morning at Woodford Green Preparatory School will take place on Saturday 16th September. The school hosts open events for prospective parents throughout the year, providing the opportunity to meet staff and pupils, as well as gaining insight into the curriculum.

St Aubyn's School Open Day

The next Open Morning to be held at St Aubyn's School will take place on Saturday 30th September from 10am to 12 noon, with the Head addressing parents at 10.15am.

The grounds of St Mary's School, Cambridg

St Mary's Cambridge Open Day

The next Preschool and Junior School Open Morning at St Mary's Cambridge will be held on Saturday 30th September from 10am to 12 noon. The next Senior School Open Morning takes place on Saturday 7th October from 9.30am to 12.30pm.

St Columba's College Open Day

St Columba's College will be holding their next Whole School Open Morning on Saturday 23rd September from 9am to 1pm. It provides families with the opportunity to tour the school, talk to the Senior Leadership Team and Headmaster, as well as meet other staff and students.

Chigwell School Open Day

Prospective parents considering Chigwell School for their child at 4+, 7+, 11+ and 16+ should attend the next Open Morning on Saturday 30th September at 9am. The event runs until 1pm and includes welcome talks and a tour of the school.

Pupils at Bishop's Stortford College toasting marshmallows on a fire

Bishop's Stortford College Open Day

The best way to find out more about Bishop's Stortford College is to visit the school for an Open Event. The next Whole College Open Event is on the 23rd September, for all stages of entry, with a separate Prep School event on the 11th November.