Chesham Preparatory School
URN: 110552 • Chesham HP5 3QF
Overview
- Name
- Chesham Preparatory School
- URN
- 110552
- 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
- 44.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jonathan Beale (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01494782619
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Two Dells Lane, Chesham HP5 3QF
Summary
Chesham Preparatory School, established in 1938, is an independent co-educational institution located in Chesham, Buckinghamshire. With a current enrolment of 379 pupils, the school caters to children aged 3 to 11 and is known for its friendly, family-oriented environment. The ethos prioritises a nurturing community where children are encouraged to aim high and achieve their best, fostering both academic and personal growth.
The curriculum is well-rounded, featuring specialist teaching in subjects such as languages, ICT, PE, and music, ensuring that children develop independence and confidence as they progress through the school. The Early Years Department focuses on building strong relationships with families and providing a variety of engaging activities, while the Junior and Senior years prepare pupils for competitive grammar and independent school placements.
Chesham Prep is committed to supporting individual talents through a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts, all within a vibrant rural setting. The school emphasizes the importance of happiness in learning, creating a balanced atmosphere that promotes both academic success and personal well-being.
The curriculum is well-rounded, featuring specialist teaching in subjects such as languages, ICT, PE, and music, ensuring that children develop independence and confidence as they progress through the school. The Early Years Department focuses on building strong relationships with families and providing a variety of engaging activities, while the Junior and Senior years prepare pupils for competitive grammar and independent school placements.
Chesham Prep is committed to supporting individual talents through a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts, all within a vibrant rural setting. The school emphasizes the importance of happiness in learning, creating a balanced atmosphere that promotes both academic success and personal well-being.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- OUR LATEST NEWS > (sen)
- Senior School (sen)
- Examinations (sen)
- The Senior School Curriculum (sen)
- The Senior School Day (sen)
- Years 1 & 2 Curriculum (download)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Buckinghamshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 410
- Pupils
- 379
- Boys
- 202
- Girls
- 177
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1954-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Buckinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 379 | 202 | 177 | 410 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 371 | 195 | 176 | 410 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 392 | 210 | 182 | 410 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 392 | 210 | 182 | 410 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 392 | 206 | 186 | 410 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 395 | 207 | 188 | 410 | 0.00 |
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