Visit Us
The best way to discover KES Prep is to experience the school for yourself, whether at one of our open events or through a personalised visit.
For families unable to attend scheduled events, or those considering a more immediate start, we would be delighted to arrange an individual tour of our Nursery, Pre-School, or Prep School at a time that suits you. Come and meet our staff, see our learning spaces, and enjoy the vibrant, welcoming atmosphere that makes KES Prep so special.
To attend an Open Event, please complete our Open Events Registration Form. For a personalised visit or further information, please fill in our Enquiry Form or contact our Admissions Team on 01794 528360 or admissions@kes-pre.school.
Open Events Registration Form.
Nursery & Reception Open Morning
Friday 14 November | 9.30am – 11.00am
We warmly invite families to join us at KES Prep for a Nursery and Reception Open Morning on Friday 14 November, 9.30–11.00am.
Your little explorers will kick off the morning with a jungle-themed Stay & Play session in our Nursery, where they can dive straight into imaginative adventures. From there, you’ll be guided to our brand-new Reception playscape, where your little explorers can brave the crocodile swing, climb ropes and rocky boulders, search for hippos in the mud kitchen, and slither through the willow tunnel – the perfect spot for your child to put their jungle skills to the test.
While the children enjoy the activities, parents can relax with a warm drink and refreshments, and take the opportunity to chat with our Nursery Manager, Head of Pre-Prep and Headmistress. Snacks will also be available for the children.
Dressing up as a favourite jungle animal is encouraged, though not compulsory – we love seeing our mini explorers embrace the fun!
We look forward to welcoming you and showing you how our youngest pupils begin their exciting journey at KES Prep.
AUTUMN TERM 2025 | |
| Nursery and Reception Stay and Play | Friday 14 November |
SPRING TERM 2026 | |
| Whole School in Action | Friday 6 February |
| Nursery and Reception Forest Explorers | Friday 13 March |
SUMMER TERM 2026 | |
| Open Evening | Thursday 30 April |
| Nursery and Reception Open Event | Friday 12 June |
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!
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.
