Visit Us
The best way to discover KES Prep is to step inside and experience it for yourself.
We believe the best way to get a feel for KES Prep is to come and visit us. Choosing the right school for your child is a big decision. We would love the chance to welcome you and show you our beautiful school in action. During your visit, you’ll see our pupils and teachers at work, discover our bright classrooms and beautiful grounds, and experience the warmth and energy of our school community.
You are very welcome to join one of our Open Events listed below, or arrange a personalised visit to our Nursery, Pre-School or Prep School at a time that works for your family. Emma in our wonderful Admissions Team will be delighted to help.
To contact Emma directly, please email admissions@kes-prep.school or call us on 01794 528 360.
Whole School in Action Open Morning, Friday 12 June at 9.30am.
KES Prep sits on 22 acres of beautiful grounds, giving pupils the space to explore, play, and learn outdoors. From adventure playgrounds to forest sessions and sports fields, every day brings new opportunities for growth. See it all for yourself at our Whole School in Action Open Morning on Friday 12 June at 9.30am. You will be welcomed to the main house by our Head Rebecca Smith who will give a wonderful insight into life at KES Prep, and our approach to learning.
Following the welcome, families will be invited to explore the school:
- Tours of the school will be led by our Year 5 and 6 pupils, offering the opportunity to see classrooms, lessons and daily school life in action.
- Families with children interested in Nursery and Reception places will be shown to our Early Years and Pre-Prep areas, where they can find out more about our play-based learning facilities, and beautiful outdoor spaces.
The morning will conclude back in the Main House where refreshments will be available and our friendly team will be happy to answer any further questions. We look forward to welcoming you! Book Here.
Tiddlers Stay-and-play session, every Wednesday from 9.15am
Join our warm and welcoming Stay-and-play session for toddlers and their grown-ups! Tiddlers is held in the heart of our KES Prep Nursery every Wednesday morning from 9.15am to 10.15am.
Designed for children aged 1 and above, Tiddlers offers a relaxed and engaging opportunity for little ones to play, explore and enjoy our nurturing Nursery environment. Whether you are a parent, grandparent or childminder, all are very welcome. Each session includes time for purposeful play, fun activities, a drink and a snack. Tiddlers ends with a Music session, delivered by one of our Specialist Subject Teachers.
No booking is required – simply come to our Early Years building and sign in on arrival.
Discover our school on a Personal Tour
We know life is busy, so we’re making it easier to visit us at a time that works for you. With the brighter evenings here, we’re delighted to offer relaxed evening tours, giving you the chance to experience the school beyond the usual school day. Please click here to complete our Enquiry Form and a member of of our Admissions Team will be in touch to organise a date.
At KES Prep, children begin their journey with us from age two in Nursery and grow through the school all the way to Year 6. You can find out more about each stage below.
Nursery
Discover our passion for giving children the very best start to their school journey. Our Nursery Manager, Amey Richmond, will be delighted to answer your questions while your child enjoys a relaxed stay-and-play session in our Nursery.
Explore our bright, welcoming classrooms, the spacious canopied outdoor play area, and Little Meadow — our brand-new outdoor classroom featuring a fruit tree orchard, insect hotels, den-building spaces, and a winding path to the farm. And be prepared: once your little one meets some of our friendly farm animals, they may never want to leave!
To find out more about our Nursery, click here
Pre-Prep (Reception and Year 1)
Step inside our Pre-Prep, home to Reception and Year 1, housed in a modern, light-filled building with two classes per year group.
Explore our classrooms, meet our children and teachers, and see how our creative and challenging curriculum inspires young learners. This is also a wonderful chance to hear from our Headmistress, Rebecca Smith, and Head of Pre-Prep, Jo Humphreys, as they share how we nurture confidence, curiosity, and a smooth transition into the next stage of education.
Lower Prep (Years 2, 3 and 4)
The Lower Prep years at KES Prep are full of excitement and opportunity, where children begin to take their next steps with growing confidence and curiosity. We warmly invite you to explore our classrooms, meet our pupils and teachers, and see how our broad and stimulating curriculum gently prepares children for the journey ahead.
This is also a wonderful chance to hear from our Headmistress, Rebecca Smith, and Head of Lower Prep, Lucy Tippett, about the distinctive advantages of a preparatory school education.
Upper Prep (Years 5 & 6)
In Upper Prep, the excitement of an inspiring, secondary-style curriculum helps children grow in independence and prepares them for the next stage of their education.
With specialist teachers across subjects, pupils benefit from passionate, expert staff who ensure every child is challenged and supported within a tailored curriculum. Step into our classrooms to see this in action, and meet our Upper Prep staff and Head of Upper Prep, Kirstin Andrews, to discover how KES Prep provides the ideal springboard for a confident move into a larger school setting.
