Our leading pre-prep in Kensington, London, offers gold-standard private education for boys aged 4 to 8. As part of London’s most exclusive and academically intensive pre-prep, Wetherby School, we help boys to unlock their full potential with a world-class early education programme, underpinned by a vision and commitment to establishing unlimited possibilities for their growth.
Our boys’ record of achieving outstanding academic results in the 7+ and 8+ assessments and entry into the most renowned prep schools are evidence of our expertise in getting the best out of every child. By providing our pupils with an accelerated, aspirational school curriculum and individualised student support, both in class and with extraordinary extracurriculars, Wetherby School Kensington empowers each boy to discover and cultivate his distinct passions and interests, develop a resilient mindset and unleash his inner talents.
Wetherby School Kensington leavers go far in life: both in academics and well beyond, our alumni stand out in all they do, and their fascinating success stories fill us with pride.
Dream Big: Wetherby School will help you achieve your greatest aspirations.
Become inspired by the incredible success stories of our former pupils, from actor and filmmaker Damian Hurley to Olympic athlete Lawrence Clarke.
No dream is too big. Begin your journey to unlimited success at Wetherby School Kensington.
Wetherby School Kensington is conveniently situated in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Our beautiful terraced building overlooks Wetherby Gardens and boasts first-class, purpose-built preschool facilities across 5 storeys, offering the ideal backdrop for exceptional early childhood education. With idyllic parks right on our doorstep, including Hyde Park and Eel Brook Common, our boys enjoy plenty of outdoor time during daily excursions to these safe, spacious areas. A short walk away are Earl’s Court and Gloucester Road tube stations, affording direct access to and from central London.
Families in the Kensington area confidently choose our school to provide the best start to their boys' education, and form a welcoming, engaged parent community. As a more intimate campus with two-form entry, we offer a high staff to student ratio to ensure each boy receives individual attention and support, which empowers them to achieve the academic excellence for which Wetherby School is known. Families who live in our local area greatly benefit from a campus located on their doorstep.
The highly experienced staff at our Kensington pre-prep school act as role models and facilitate a wide variety of exciting activities, where pupils explore their unique talents, interests and skills in sports and the arts. This provides children with a solid foundation for their future and helps them gain in-demand skills, leading to thriving careers in professional sport, music, literature and many other industries. Every boy at our Kensington pre-prep school is encouraged to be the best he can be, and each staff member is committed to enabling all learners to fulfil their true potential and achieve their objectives.
A child’s early years are crucial for securing their success in later life; at Wetherby School Kensington, we see to it that each boy has a space to shine and leaves our school armed with robust, positive values, practical competencies and talents that will lead him to unlimited opportunities.
An Exceptional Foundation for Achieving All Your Aspirations
Our meticulously crafted school curriculum, shared by both Notting Hill and Kensington campuses, is designed to bring out the best in each student; as a result, Wetherby School Kensington pupils achieve extraordinary outcomes and secure coveted places at the most prestigious prep schools in London, including King’s College Junior School Wimbledon, St Paul’s Juniors and Westminster Under.
For boys that begin their educational journey at Wetherby School Kensington, transitions through our schools are seamless and provide educational security. Many boys make the transition to Wetherby Prep and on to Wetherby Senior School. Wetherby graduates continue to excel in prep school and beyond, with many gaining scholarships to senior school and entering top universities like Oxford and Cambridge.
A Word from Our Head
Welcome to Wetherby School Kensington! Behind the red doors of our Kensington pre-prep school, each day is filled with a variety of academic accomplishments. It is our aim to ensure that each boy has a happy and fulfilling experience during his time at Wetherby School Kensington. We are fully committed to creating an environment that is caring, friendly and safe, and where all boys can learn.
We firmly believe that, by exploring a range of exciting learning experiences, Wetherby School Kensington boys will be able to achieve their full potential. As experts in early childhood education for boys, we are proud to provide a school experience that is engaging and creative.
At Wetherby School Kensington, a strong emphasis is placed on our pastoral care of each and every boy. By creating a school where children love to learn, we are emphasising essential values for learning. Each of our boys strive to be a Wetherby Ambassador by making great choices each and every day in not only their behaviour but also in their learning.
At our pre-prep in Kensington, the school year is extremely busy, and a number of enriching activities take place internally and externally. Our large, spacious classrooms have high ceilings and are flooded with natural light, helping boys to feel comfortable in their learning environment. We utilise many of the local parks and sports grounds in the nearby community, and daily outdoor exercise is an essential part of school life. A variety of learning opportunities are available throughout the week at Wetherby School Kensington, ensuring that every boy finds something in which he will excel. High standards of academic excellence and pastoral care are maintained across all areas of school life.
We are all extremely proud to walk through the red doors each day and embrace everything that the school day has to offer.
I look forward to welcoming new families to our pre-preparatory in Kensington, and I hope to meet you soon.
Liz McLaughlin, Head of School
Academic Stages
At Wetherby School Kensington, all elements of school life are meticulously planned to maximise each pupil’s progress through our aspirational early education programme. Our children receive all the necessary guidance and support to develop their unique abilities and become confident, multi-skilled learners, well-equipped to pursue their dreams.
Pupils at Wetherby School Kensington enjoy access to exceptional on-site and off-site facilities that provide all the best resources for identifying and cultivating their distinct talents, along with the ideal backdrop for a nurturing, holistic early childhood education.
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