Welcome to

ALDENHAM PREP SCHOOL

“Discover The Difference”

Academic

Find out about the academic programme at Aldenham Prep.

Pastoral

Find out how Pastoral Care is at the heart of the Aldenham ethos.

Co-curricular

Find out how our co-curricular programme develops the whole child.

Admissions

Find out how your child could join us from age 3 to 18.

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DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE

Where Girls and Boys Love to Learn

Aldenham Prep School provides an exceptional day education for girls and boys aged 3 to 11, nurturing each child within a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment. Small class sizes and a caring ethos allow pupils to flourish both academically and personally, setting strong foundations for lifelong learning. Aldenham Prep is part of the Aldenham Foundation and children who attend are able to transition seamlessly into Aldenham School without additional assessment, providing security of outstanding education from age 3-18.

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Community & Learning

What Makes Us Unique?

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Forest School

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Co Curricular

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Academic

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Admissions

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Latest News

Revisit this section to see just some of what has been happening at Aldenham Prep.

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Oliver!

3rd July

Our Year 5 and 6 pupils delighted audiences with their wonderful production of Oliver!, bringing the much-loved musical to life…

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General News

Year 6 Leavers’ Assembly

26th June

Today’s Year 6 Leavers’ Assembly was a special moment to celebrate everything that has made their journey here so memorable….

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General News

New Head of Aldenham Foundation

19th June

Sarah Altman, Chair of Governors, has announced Mr Robert Garvey as the new Head of Aldenham Foundation. Click Here to…

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Summer Fair

18th June

Sunshine, smiles and so much fun at the Aldenham Prep ASPA Summer Fair!  From games and treats to laughter with…

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Music

Music Concert

12th June

Music is at the heart of life at Aldenham Prep, and there are opportunities for every pupil to get involved,…

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Co-Curricular

Play Leaders

5th June

On Tuesday, our Year 5 children led a brilliant Play Leader Festival for our younger years. They showed maturity, kindness…

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OUR HERITAGE

Explore Our Long History

Founded in 1597 by Richard Platt, (Master of the Brewers’ Company in 1576 and 1581). In 1596 he obtained Letters Patent to build “the Free Grammar School and Almshouses” at Aldenham from Queen Elizabeth 1 and the Foundation Stone was actually laid in 1597.

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Evolution And Adaptation

Throughout the centuries, Aldenham has continued to evolve, embracing new challenges and adapting to change. From increasing in size and updating its facilities to revising the academic timetable and expanding the curriculum, Aldenham has always stayed true to its core values.

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Co-educational, Boarding And Day

The school is now fully co-educational, with a balance of boarders (from age 11) and day students reflecting both social and historical shifts, yet the ethos remains rooted in the founder’s original intent: to promote “learning, knowledge, virtue.”

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Over 400 Years Of Exceptional Education

In recent years, Aldenham has expanded further with the opening of the Prep School for boys and girls in 2003. As the school enters its fifth century, with the largest number of students in its history, it remains committed to providing an exceptional 3-18 education while staying faithful to the values set by its founder.

AFFILIATIONS

Aldenham has the following awards and affiliations:

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