Welcome
Welcome to Wandsworth Preparatory School! We are a close knit community driven by a shared vision and unwavering commitment to excellence. Our small school is nestled near the edge of Wandsworth Common and the children benefit greatly from the beautiful natural environment surrounding our school.
At Wandsworth Preparatory, our vision is clear: we aspire for our pupils to be confident individuals with a real passion for learning. We champion academic success alongside the development of character, fostering a deep-rooted respect and empathy for others. Pupils at our school are happy to take risks, try new things and hone their skills and talents.
Curriculum
Wraparound Care
Forest School
Testimonials
“My teacher is lovely.
She always helps me and gives me tips to work things out on my own.
She plans exciting projects and teaches them in a fun way.”
”Not only has my son made excellent progress in both English and Maths but I also love that he spends time learning outside in the Forest. I truly believe that Forest School contributes to his general good health and well-being.”
“Wandsworth Prep provides a fantastic curriculum which makes the children very enthusiastic about learning. We were very impressed with the end of term delivery of the projects and to see the active engagement of the children. Forest School is a definite positive as the children love being outdoors and learning at the same time.”
Extra Curriculum
Our Ethos
We kicked off Science with a brilliant afternoon of workshops for both Lower and Upper School with @educationgroupworkshops.
The children loved getting hands-on and discovering the wonders of science through exciting experiments!
⚡ Electricity – learning about conductors by holding hands to complete a circuit and light up a bulb
↔️ Forces – exploring how pushes and pulls affect the movement of objects
🚀 Fizzy rockets – watching how forces can push back and make things fly
🌱 Capillary action – discovering how plants move water through a colourful experiment transferring water from one glass to another
Such a fun, interactive afternoon that sparked curiosity and got everyone excited about the power and wonder of science! 🌟🔍
#scienceinschools #stemforkids #claphammums #learningthroughfun #scienceweek
👋 Meet our Pre Prep Nursery Teacher - Ms Sokoli
Ms Sokoli has been part of the Wandsworth Prep community since 2018 and has grown within the school and now inspires our youngest learners every day. 💙
A little about her:
🌳 Forest School Leader, encouraging curiosity, resilience and a love of nature
👩🏫 Pre-Prep Teacher since 2024
✨ Passionate about holistic education and nurturing the whole child
🌈 Loves creating a warm, engaging classroom where children feel confident to explore and take risks in their learning
Her favourite part of teaching:
💛 Watching children grow in independence, confidence and self-belief
🌟 Seeing the excitement on their faces when they discover something new
🌱 Supporting those important early milestones as children flourish both in and out of the classroom
The children love her and we’re so lucky to have such a dedicated teacher guiding them at the start of their school journey. 💙
We have limited spaces available in our Pre Prep Nursery 2026 class. If you’d like to visit and see what makes our school so special, please get in touch with admissions@wandsworthprep.com
#allaboutearlyyears #receptionclass #wandsworthcommon #claphammums #prepschool
📚 We had a wonderful day celebrating World Book Day today! Mrs Pache greeted the children dressed as Cinderella as they came in through the gates, setting the tone for a magical day of stories and imagination 👑
Our much loved annual catwalk was back, giving the children the chance to proudly show off their fantastic costumes to parents and friends - many characters were brought to life!
Parents also joined their classes to read to the children in the morning, teachers shared stories across different year groups, and our older children spent time reading with our younger children throughout the day 💙 📖
Reading is a valued part of our curriculum, and days like this are a fantastic way to spark imagination, celebrate creativity and inspire a lifelong love of reading 📖 ✨
#readingforpleasure #wandsworthcommon #claphammums #worldbookday2026 #readingisfun📚
🔢 Making maths fun in Early Years!
Maths comes to life through games, hands-on resources and plenty of investigation in our classrooms.
🎲 Rolling the dice game, adding the totals and placing counters on the correct answers
🔢 Exploring number bonds to 10 using pegs on a hanger, moving one at a time
📏 Measuring lengths of ribbon with unifix cubes
➕Using Numicons to support addition and deepen understanding
These practical and fun activities help children build confidence in their number skills, develop strong mathematical foundations and strengthen fine motor skills along the way 💙
If you’d like to explore more about our school, we have limited spaces for a September 2026 start. Contact admissons@wandsworthprep.com to arrange a tour.
#earlyyearseducation #mathsisfun #wandsworthcommon #wandsworthmums #practicallearning
🌸 Spring Stay & Play 🐰
Join us for a fun filled stay and play session for children aged 2-4 years
🌻 Spring crafts and activities
🐹 Meet and feed our friendly guinea pigs
🪴 Enjoy our outdoor area
Open to everyone in the community, whether you’re part of our school community or simply looking for a lovely local activity with your little one
🗓️ Friday 17th April 9am - 10am
🎟️ Free to attend (booking required)
Come along and join the springtime fun ☀️
#stayandplay #wandsworthmums #claphammums #activitiesforchildren #preschoolfun
Last week Year 5 had a fantastic trip to Hampton Court Palace as part of this term’s project.
In the workshops the explore Tudor artefacts and historical sources, deepening their understanding of life in Tudor England and the reign of Henry VIII.
A highlight was the Tudor kitchens workshop, where they discovered the contrast between life as the King and the hard work behind the scenes preparing royal feasts. A brilliant hands-on way to bring history to life 👑 🍞 🔥
#schooltrip #handsonlearning #educationalvisits #memorablelearning #learningbeyondtheclassroom
🗣️ Parent Testimonial ✨
Hear what one of our parents had to say about joining our school in Reception and Year 3, and how we supported his children in transitioning smoothly into their new school and environment.
Whether you’re moving locally or internationally, we understand that changing schools is a big step. We would love to show you how we make transitions smooth, supportive and successful for both children and parents.
From tailored academic support to warm pastoral care and a strong sense of community, we pride ourselves on helping every child feel confident, settled and ready to thrive from day one 💙
📧 Get in touch to arrange a visit (admissons@wandsworthprep.com) and discover what makes our school so special.
#wandsworthcommon #wandsworthmums #newschoolyear #londonschool #movingschools
👩🏫 Meet our Reception teacher - Miss Ritchie 👋
Miss Ritchie has been part of the Wandsworth Prep community since 2017 and has been our dedicated Reception teacher since 2023. An experienced Early Years and Reception specialist, she has taught both in her native New Zealand and here in London, bringing a wealth of knowledge and warmth to our youngest learners.
Her favourite part of teaching? Seeing the joy on children’s faces when they learn something new, sharing special reading moments together and watching their wonderful ideas shape and drive their learning.
We have limited spaces available in our Reception 2026 class. If you’d like to visit and see what makes our school so special, please get in touch with admissions@wandsworthprep.com
#allaboutearlyyears #receptionclass #wandsworthcommon #claphammums #prepschool
🏫 Looking for a Reception or Nursery (3+) place for September 2026?
We are delighted to be hosting a small group tour on Thursday 26th February at 9am inviting parents to discover our nurturing, child centred school that has been thoughtfully designed to help every child thrive from day one.
During your visit, you’ll enjoy a tour with our Head, meet our dedicated teachers and experience first hand our warm and welcoming school community.
Visit us and discover what makes our Early Years such a special place to begin your child’s learning journey, please email admissions@wandsworthprep.com or complete the form on our website
Limited spaces available for a September 2026 start
#receptionclass #earlyyearseducation #wandsworthcommon #claphammums #schoolstart
❤️ Valentine’s PTA Event
A huge well done to Year 4 and our wonderful PTA for organising such a fantastic event on Friday. The children had an amazing time enjoying a range of games and activities, including a silent disco and photo booth 🪩 📸
Congratulations to Christopher who correctly guessed the number of marbles in the jar (261 to be exact!) and won a giant bunny 🐇
Thank you to everyone who helped make it such a special afternoon and supported the WPS community ❤️
#schoolcommunity #schoolfundraiser #wandsworthcommon #claphammums #communityspirit
🦒 🐾 Pre Prep Nursery and Reception trip to @zsllondonzoo
As part of this term’s ‘Animal Safari’ topic, our Pre Prep and Reception children enjoyed a fantastic trip to London Zoo. They loved exploring the zoo and seeing a wide range of animals, with giraffes being a highlight of the day!
The children also visited Zoo Town, an immersive role play experience where they stepped into the shoes of zookeepers, scientists, vets, posties and more! It was a wonderful opportunity for them to explore the many roles involved in caring for animals.
What a fantastic and memorable day of learning and discovery 🌍
#schooltrips #learningoutsidetheclassroom #wandsworthcommon #claphammums #earlyyearseducation
🤔 Thinking about Wandsworth Prep School for your child?
🌟 Our children consistently perform above the UK average in reading and maths, and we couldn’t be prouder of both our pupils and our dedicated staff.
It’s the determination, ambition and expertise of our teachers, combined with a nurturing and supportive environment that helps every child grow in confidence and achieve their very best 💙
If you’d like to see what we offer, we’d love to welcome you for a tour. Contact our admissions team to arrange a visit on admissions@wandsworthprep.com
Last remaining spaces available for a September 2026 start 🏫
#prepschool #claphammums #wandsworthcommon #personalisedlearning #september2026
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