Waverley Preparatory School & Day Nursery

URN: 110142 • Berkshire RG40 4YD

Overview

Name
Waverley Preparatory School & Day Nursery
URN
110142
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
43.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Guy Shore (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01189731121
Website
Visit
Address
Waverley Way, Berkshire RG40 4YD

Summary

Waverley Preparatory School & Day Nursery, located in Wokingham, Berkshire, is an independent co-educational institution catering to children aged 3 months to 11 years. With a current enrollment of 264 pupils and a capacity of 312, the school prides itself on small class sizes and a nurturing environment that fosters individual academic achievement. The school has consistently ranked among the top 100 schools in the UK for the past 13 years and achieved 'Excellent' ratings in its recent inspections.

The curriculum at Waverley is designed to balance modern and traditional teaching methods, ensuring that pupils not only excel academically but also develop socially and emotionally. The school emphasizes outdoor learning, sports, and wellbeing, providing a holistic education that prepares students for future challenges. Additionally, 92% of Year 6 pupils secure places at their first-choice secondary schools, reflecting the school's commitment to tailored educational pathways.

Waverley is described by parents as a supportive community that prioritizes the happiness and confidence of its students. The school offers full wrap-around care throughout the year, reinforcing its ethos of being more than just an educational institution, but a family-oriented environment where children thrive.

Key details

LA
Wokingham
Age range
0 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
312
Pupils
264
Boys
113
Girls
151
FSM %
Open date
1951-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 264 113 151 312
2024-09-11 259 121 138 259
2023-09-11 247 132 115 259 0.00
2022-09-11 247 132 115 259 0.00
2021-09-11 259 143 116 238 0.00
2020-09-11 222 108 114 238 0.00

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