Best Pre-Preparatory Education in London

Leading Private Pre-Prep Education in the UK

Welcome to Wetherby School, a prestigious independent education for boys in central London. Wetherby School has built an unrivalled reputation over the last 70+ years for exceptional academic provision and the inspiring success stories of our many accomplished alumni.

We prepare boys to excel in their 7+ and 8+ exams, and they consistently obtain the best results in London. Exemplary outcomes and unparalleled holistic and tailored preparation ensure pupils progress smoothly to the UK's top prep schools and stand out from their peers.

A meticulously planned curriculum maximises each boy’s potential from an early age. Pupils are guided, inspired and challenged to dream big and work hard to achieve their ambitions. Our London pre-prep school offers extensive opportunities for growth beyond the classroom, empowering boys to cultivate their unique talents in many exciting disciplines. 

Wetherby School boys emerge with a solid foundation that fully prepares them to flourish in all areas, as well as strong core values, a spirit of perseverance, the most in-demand skills and an entrepreneurial mindset.

London Private Pre-Prep Education for Boys

Aspire to Greatness with the Highest Standards: Wetherby School will help you reach your most ambitious goals.

Become inspired by our notable former pupils, from William, Prince of Wales, and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, to established professionals across industries, including BAFTA-winning actor Hugh Grant, Olympic rower Constantine Louloudis MBE and musical-theatre giant Andrew Lloyd Webber.

What is your dream? Begin your journey to unlimited success at Wetherby School.

Two Locations in the Heart of London

Pupils at Wetherby School enjoy two exceptional locations, Wetherby Notting Hill and Wetherby Kensington. Ideally situated in the heart of central London, both locations feature excellent learning facilities, and our experienced and talented teachers give boys the best start to their education possible.

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Wetherby Notting Hill

 
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Why Choose Our Pre-Prep School in London?

Wetherby School is a benchmark of excellence in private education for a wealth of reasons. As evidenced by our ‘excellent’ ranking by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) with regards to pupils’ ‘Academic Achievements’ and ‘Personal Development’, we provide every boy with a first-class pre-prep education in an intellectually stimulating environment, encourage them to set high standards, and equip them with the skills and tools needed to pursue their dreams.

Wetherby School leavers secure places at some of the UK’s top boys’ schools, including Wetherby Prep, King’s College Junior School Wimbledon, St Paul’s Juniors and Westminster Under. Our forward-thinking curriculum and cutting-edge approach to learning, firmly underpinned by a values-based education, lays a strong foundation for future success. We focus on transferable skills and a portfolio of practical competencies that prepare boys to excel in the world beyond school.

Wetherby School teachers embody unparalleled quality in private education provision thanks to ongoing professional training via Inspired Education, ensuring boys achieve outstanding outcomes.

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Fostering Excellence at All Ability Levels

Every boy at Wetherby School is empowered to become the best version of themselves and stand out in their future endeavours.

Our generous and engaging extracurricular programme allows boys to develop their unique talents, explore new and existing interests, and become passionate, confident, multi-skilled individuals. We help pupils reach their full potential in sports, the arts and academics. Many go on to become trained professionals and compete at the highest levels in their fields, including Olympic athletics, professional football and music.

Top Pre-Prep Academic Results at London Schools

Best 7+ and 8+ Exam Results in London

Our tailored curriculum is accelerated and aspirational and, combined with exceptional personalised support, leads to unrivalled exam preparation.

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Admission to the Most Prestigious Prep Schools

Our pupils secure entry into elite prep schools, including St Paul’s Juniors and Westminster Under.

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The Perfect Environment for Maximising Boys’ Potential

Strategic individualised learning plans and an ideal setting help each pupil to find and excel in his unique interest with exceptional opportunities.

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A Solid Foundation for Future Success

Boys leave Wetherby School with the skills, mindset, preparation and values needed to flourish and achieve their dreams.

Academic Stages

Lower Schools with Education for Boys

Reception & Year 1
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Upper School at London's top independent boys school

Years 2 & 3
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Leaver Destinations

Wetherby School boys' excellence in the 7+ and 8+ assessments and prestigious prep school destinations are evidence of our expertise in getting the best out of every child. Over the last 5 years, our boys gained entry into some of the leading prep schools in the UK, including:

90

Learners admitted to St Paul’s Juniors

67

Learners admitted to Westminster Under

26

Learners admitted to Kings College Junior School

Preparing Leaders of the Future

Our boys’ pre-prep schools in London are part of Inspired Education, a leading group of 110+ premium schools educating 85,000+ students on 6 continents. As Inspired schools, we are proud to provide world-class early childhood education that is challenging, ambitious and child-oriented. By establishing a solid foundation at the beginning of his school career, Wetherby School offers your son a direct means to achieve lifelong success on a global scale. At our London pre-prep schools, we share Inspired’s core philosophy of providing a path to achievement for our students, both at school and in later education, with the long-term goal of allowing them to enrol in prestigious, highly selective universities.

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Guaranteed Entry to Inspired Boarding Schools

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Global Student Exchanges & Summer Camps

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Discover how our top boys’ pre-prep school in London can unlock your child’s full potential, offer unparalleled learning experiences, and prepare him for unlimited success in school and beyond.

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