Wilmslow Preparatory School
URN: 111477 • Wilmslow SK9 5EG
Overview
- Name
- Wilmslow Preparatory School
- URN
- 111477
- 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
- 39.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Bradley Lavagna-Slater (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01625524246
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Grove Avenue, Wilmslow SK9 5EG
Summary
Wilmslow Preparatory School is a small, independent co-educational institution located in the heart of Wilmslow, Cheshire, catering to children aged 0 to 11 years. Established in 1909, the school prides itself on creating a warm and nurturing environment where each child is encouraged to reach their full potential. With a focus on small class sizes, the school aims to provide tailored educational experiences that significantly exceed national expectations.
The curriculum at Wilmslow Preparatory emphasizes a balanced approach, incorporating sports, music, arts, and extracurricular activities alongside academic learning. The school maintains a partnership with The King’s School in Macclesfield, allowing for shared resources and best practices, which enhances the educational experience and provides a pathway for students transitioning to senior education.
Wilmslow Preparatory is inclusive and welcomes international pupils, holding a Tier 4 Sponsor Licence for full-time study. The on-site Garden Nursery offers holistic care for younger children, ensuring a comprehensive support system for families. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to experience its ethos and community firsthand.
The curriculum at Wilmslow Preparatory emphasizes a balanced approach, incorporating sports, music, arts, and extracurricular activities alongside academic learning. The school maintains a partnership with The King’s School in Macclesfield, allowing for shared resources and best practices, which enhances the educational experience and provides a pathway for students transitioning to senior education.
Wilmslow Preparatory is inclusive and welcomes international pupils, holding a Tier 4 Sponsor Licence for full-time study. The on-site Garden Nursery offers holistic care for younger children, ensuring a comprehensive support system for families. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to experience its ethos and community firsthand.
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- Term Dates 2025 – 2026 (download)
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Nearby alternatives
- Aurora Summerfields School (51.0)
- Pownall Hall School (38.0)
- Bollin Cross School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire East
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 152
- Pupils
- 128
- Boys
- 60
- Girls
- 68
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1929-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 128 | 60 | 68 | 152 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 130 | 68 | 62 | 152 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 121 | 59 | 62 | 152 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 121 | 59 | 62 | 152 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 100 | 45 | 55 | 152 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 96 | 46 | 50 | 152 | 0.00 |
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