King Edward VI Preparatory School
URN: 116528 • Romsey SO51 9ZH
Overview
- Name
- King Edward VI Preparatory School
- URN
- 116528
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 40.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rebecca Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01794513231
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Highwood House, Romsey SO51 9ZH
Summary
King Edward VI Preparatory School, located in Romsey, Hampshire, is an independent co-educational institution catering to children aged 2 to 11. With a current enrolment of 276 pupils and a capacity for 360, the school aims to provide a nurturing and inspiring learning environment. The ethos of KES Prep focuses on equipping students to lead fulfilling lives through a well-rounded education that fosters personal growth and community engagement.
The curriculum at KES Prep is designed to encourage exploration and creativity, with a strong emphasis on practical learning. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including numerous day visits and residential trips, which enhance the educational experience. Additionally, the school promotes values such as kindness and teamwork, fostering a supportive community among pupils and staff.
Parents have noted the school's commitment to individual care and the positive impact of its Early Years provision. KES Prep is dedicated to creating a joyful and inclusive atmosphere, ensuring that every child feels valued and encouraged to thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at KES Prep is designed to encourage exploration and creativity, with a strong emphasis on practical learning. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including numerous day visits and residential trips, which enhance the educational experience. Additionally, the school promotes values such as kindness and teamwork, fostering a supportive community among pupils and staff.
Parents have noted the school's commitment to individual care and the positive impact of its Early Years provision. KES Prep is dedicated to creating a joyful and inclusive atmosphere, ensuring that every child feels valued and encouraged to thrive academically and socially.
Useful links
- King Edward's Welcomes New Chair of Governors (governance)
- School Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Senior School (sen)
- Boundless Futures (sen)
- VAT on School Fees: FAQs (sen)
- Open Events Registration Form (calendar)
- Admissions Process (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Edward's School (54.3)
- Embley (45.4)
- Embley Park Junior School (45.2)
- Stanbridge Earls School (45.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 276 | 137 | 139 | 360 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 269 | 140 | 129 | 360 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 330 | 181 | 149 | 360 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 330 | 181 | 149 | 360 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 319 | 169 | 150 | 360 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 316 | 166 | 150 | 360 | 0.00 |
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