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Woodford Green Preparatory School

Boys 3-11, Girls 3-11
Day
200 to 400 pupils
Essex
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Woodford Green Preparatory School

Woodford Green Preparatory School is an independent day school for boys and girls aged 3 to 11. Founded in 1932, the school is known locally as the Red School because of the scarlet uniforms. Woodford Green Prep is a diverse community, inclusive of all faiths and none.

Key facts

· Woodford Green Preparatory School is a day school.

· It is a pre-prep and prep school and is for boys and girls (coeducational).

· The school welcomes boys and girls aged 3 to 11 years.

· Woodford Green Preparatory School has 200 to 400 pupils.

· The school is located in Woodford Green in Essex.

Why choose Woodford Green Preparatory School?

Head Lisa McDonald says: 'As well as having a strong track record of academic excellence, WGPS is a nurturing community that places children's personal development and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. We understand that high levels of well-being and happiness are a prerequisite for academic success and we strive to ensure every child approaches learning, not only with knowledge, but with confidence, open mindedness, the ability to think deeply and take risks and with an image ability to see perspectives beyond their own.'

'I am unwavering in my belief that it is the calibre of all staff in the school, from teachers to support staff to the admin team, that has the biggest impact on outcomes for our pupils. At WGPS there is a talented and committed staff that have a genuine desire to make every day in school extraordinary for all pupils. All children in our school feel truly known by our staff and it's that unique sense of ambition for every child as an individual that makes WGPS such a special place to work and learn.'

Attain asked the school, what makes Woodford Green Prep different – and why should parents consider it?

Established in 1932 as a Christian, co-educational preparatory school, WGPS is proud to have been entrusted with delivering a first class education for generations. A forward-thinking, diverse and inclusive community, welcoming children of all faiths and none, their approach is to enable children to learn with enthusiasm and flair. They aim to equip children with the skills and knowledge to get the best out of themselves and those around them.

WGPS strives to ensure that each child's curiosity and love of learning is harnessed, nurtured and developed, inspiring and preparing for their life-long journey of discovery. The school promotes kindness, hard work, curiosity, creativity and independence. In order that every child does their very best, they are dedicated to giving the necessary support and challenge. Their school crest reminds them to ignite a passion for learning and to ‘let each flame burn brighter'.

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Governance, Inspections and the Head

When reviewing details about a particular school, prospective parents should always ensure they have looked at the governance details, reviewed recent inspections and read about the Head's vision for the school.
Governance

The school is a registered charity managed by a board of governors. Read more on the Charity Commission website.

Read about the governance of Woodford Green Preparatory School
Inspections

The school was last inspected in May 2023. Read the inspection reports on the school's website.

Read inspection reports for Woodford Green Preparatory School
Head

Lisa McDonald is Head of Woodford Green Preparatory School.

Meet the Head of Woodford Green Prep, Lisa McDonald

Woodford Green Preparatory School Fees

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Leavers' Destinations from Woodford Green Preparatory School

When pupils leave Woodford Green Preparatory School, they go on to a number of senior schools including:

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Feeder Schools for Woodford Green Preparatory School

Pupils who attend Woodford Green Preparatory School have joined from a number of prep schools including:

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Woodford Green Preparatory School Open Days

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More about Woodford Green Preparatory School

Woodford Green Preparatory School's address is Glengall Road, Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 0BZ. To discover more, visit the Woodford Green Preparatory School website and contact the Admissions Department to arrange a visit.

Next steps

If you think Woodford Green Preparatory School might be of interest to your child, visit the Woodford Green Preparatory School website and make contact with the Admissions Team to arrange a time to visit.

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