*New* Pre-School

An exceptional start for girls age 3, 8am-4pm, term-time (extended care available until 6pm).

The benefits of Pre-School are many.  We provide a nurturing environment in which your daughter can play, learn, grow and develop with all the benefits of our outstanding Prep School.

  • Literacy and Numeracy play-based learning following the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.
  • A focus on problem-solving and investigative skills through STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) activities.
  • Support for your daughter’s social, emotional and personal development.
  • Specialist teachers in ballet, computing, music and PE.
  • The chance to be part of our vibrant School community of girls aged 3 to 11.
  • Pre-Prep garden and green spaces for playtimes and outdoor learning, including our popular ‘Little Woods.’
  • On-site breakfast and home cooked lunch.

Highly experienced early years team -  Head of Pre-Prep, Emily Jefford has a wealth of experience caring for and educating young children. She first trained as a Norland Nanny and has over 20 years’ experience in Early Years education. She is joined by experienced and enthusiastic early years practitioners with a passion for giving girls the very best start.

To view our Pre-School timetable, click here. For more details on the Admissions process - click here. To check St Catherine's term dates - click here. 

Contact us now - call Sarah Waller, Prep School Registrar on 01483 899665 or email prepadmissions@stcatherines.info to find out more and book your 1-2-1 visit and tour of our Pre-School.  Places are limited so to secure your space now, call now.