The Avenue Pre-Preparatory School and Nursery

URN: 134800 • N6 5RX

Overview

Name
The Avenue Pre-Preparatory School and Nursery
URN
134800
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
40.6 / 100
The Avenue Pre-Preparatory School and Nursery building in

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Tapp (since 2022)
Previous head
Mary Fysh
Telephone
02083486815
Website
Visit The Avenue Pre-Preparatory School and Nursery website
Address
2 Highgate Avenue, N6 5RX
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Summary

The Avenue Pre-Preparatory School and Nursery, located in Highgate, London, is an independent mixed school catering to children aged from pre-nursery through Year 2. Established in 1977 by Mary Fysh, the school began as a small child-minding group and has since expanded into a nurturing educational environment. The school is housed in a spacious Victorian building with a large garden, providing a tranquil setting for early childhood education.

The curriculum at The Avenue focuses on fostering a love of learning through a balanced approach that includes art, sport, drama, and music. The school aims to develop children's social, emotional, and academic skills in a supportive atmosphere. With a current enrolment of 76 pupils and a capacity of 100, the school maintains a close-knit community, allowing for individual attention and tailored support for each child.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various community activities and events. The Avenue prioritises pastoral care, ensuring that children feel safe and valued as they explore their educational journey. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Haringey
Age range
2 - 8
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
100
Pupils
76
Boys
38
Girls
38
FSM %
Open date
2004-09-08
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 76 38 38 100
2024-09-11 78 42 36 100
2023-09-11 79 39 40 100 0.00
2022-09-11 79 39 40 100 0.00
2021-09-11 72 37 35 100 0.00
2020-09-11 79 51 28 100 0.00

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