Well rounded, well grounded, enthusiasm unbounded

A remarkable characteristic of The Prep is the breadth of curriculum designed to meet the needs your child, rather than the demands of examinations. You only need to visit for a short time to see the enthusiasm of the children in lessons and about the School.

We focus on educating children of all ages, to make the most of their abilities so that your child will progress to senior school as a confident, independent child, with a joy of learning.

At The Prep we want to allow your children to take a lead and to develop their interests and talents. At the same time, we are here to protect and guide them, make them aware of the demands and pitfalls of the world and ensure they are equipped with the strengths, skills and habits of mind to be both successful and happy.

The result is a warm and friendly family atmosphere, in which your children play and study with their peer groups and interact in a community which embraces education. We are uniquely geared to being able to accept children at a variety of ages and deliver them effectively to a range of senior schools, confident and well-prepared for their future. We are proud of our reputation in Dorset and throughout the South West as one of the leading independent schools, at the forefront of private education, and truly preparing your children for lifelong learning.