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.
- Woodford Green Preparatory School is a coed pre-prep and prep day school.
- The school welcomes approximately 300 pupils with boys and girls aged from 3 to 11 years.
- Woodford Green Preparatory School is located at Woodford Green in Essex.
At Woodford Green Preparatory School, pupils are encouraged 'to strive for their very best through a commitment to academic rigour and excellence, without compromising on the broad range of opportunities and experiences within the curriculum and co-curriculum, which create an innovative and progressive learning environment.'
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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