Pre-Prep at Winterfold

From the moment they arrive, children are welcomed into a supportive and stimulating environment, guided by caring teachers who understand the importance of these formative years. Our small class sizes and low pupil-to-teacher ratios ensure each child receives the attention and encouragement they need to thrive.

Our Pre-Prep journey begins in Kindergarten, in beautifully refurbished classrooms designed with our youngest learners in mind. Here, children begin to build strong foundations—both academically and socially. As they progress into Reception, Year 1 and Year 2, they continue to flourish in an environment that balances play and purpose.

Children learn to express themselves, care for others, and explore the world around them with growing independence. Interactive teaching and hands-on experiences support early skills in phonics, reading, writing and maths, all taught in line with the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum.

But at Winterfold, learning goes well beyond the classroom. Pre-Prep pupils benefit from:

• Their own dedicated adventure playground
• Supervised access to facilities such as the heated swimming pool, sports hall, and theatre
• Regular outdoor learning in our 40-acre grounds and Forest School
• Music, drama, dance, sport and art built into the weekly routine
• Optional activities including violin, horse riding, tennis, golf, judo and fencing

Children also make use of the IT suites, and Early Years classrooms are equipped with computers to support digital learning from the start.

We understand the rhythm of young children’s days. The school day begins at 8:40am, with pre-school care available from 7.45am. After a morning of learning, lunch is served at 12:00pm, followed by afternoon sessions from 1:15pm to 3:15pm. For busy families, after-school care runs until 6:00pm.

At Winterfold, we believe that childhood is precious. Our Pre-Prep balances academic learning with laughter, play, and meaningful relationships—setting the tone for a lifelong love of learning.