St Margaret's Preparatory School

URN: 115416 • Halstead CO9 1SE

Overview

Name
St Margaret's Preparatory School
URN
115416
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
39.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Carolyn Moss (since 2025) , Headmaster
Telephone
01787472134
Website
Visit
Address
Gosfield Hall Park, Halstead CO9 1SE

Summary

St. Margaret's Preparatory School, located in Halstead, Essex, is an independent mixed school catering to 156 pupils with a capacity of 282. The school emphasizes a holistic education, prioritising both academic excellence and the personal development of its students. The curriculum is designed to foster a love of learning, with a strong focus on well-being, ensuring that children are happy and motivated to achieve their best.

The school has a commendable track record in preparing pupils for secondary education, particularly excelling in 11+ exams and securing academic scholarships to various independent schools. St. Margaret's has received an 'excellent' rating from the Independent Schools Inspectorate, highlighting the quality of its academic achievements and the personal development of its pupils.

St. Margaret's prides itself on its supportive community ethos, encouraging a family-like atmosphere where students are nurtured and encouraged to thrive. The picturesque countryside setting provides ample opportunities for outdoor learning and various extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts, further enriching the educational experience.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
282
Pupils
156
Boys
95
Girls
61
FSM %
Open date
1957-11-08
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 156 95 61 282
2024-09-11 187 107 80 282
2023-09-11 215 123 92 282 0.00
2022-09-11 215 123 92 282 0.00
2021-09-11 187 98 89 282 0.00
2020-09-11 192 98 94 282 0.00

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