Wycombe Prep Website Introduction

Explore Wycombe Prep

Welcome to Wycombe Prep We are delighted to welcome you to Wycombe Preparatory School, a coeducational independent school, located opposite the Rye and a few minutes’ walk outside the town centre. Our approach to education is unashamedly academic. It is our job to nurture and support your child with tailored learning to achieve their true potential, And we are determined to make this feel effortless and enjoyable too!

Your child will feel part of a supportive community of likeminded individuals who celebrate and encourage one another through a broad, modern and creative curriculum. Our intention is to equip each child with the skills, knowledge and confidence that will prepare them for life in an ever-changing world.

It is always a privilege to watch children grow in confidence and ambition as their individual gifts and talents develop.

Our work is complete when we bid farewell to articulate young people and watch them move successfully forwards towards their next schools and new adventures.

We warmly invite you to come and see Wycombe Prep for yourselves.

Ben Kenyon, Headmaster

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The school is everything we expected and more, our daughter is extremely happy and comes home smiling every day.

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Form II Parent

Our History Wycombe Prep began in response to a surge of demand from parents in the area who wanted a first-class academic education for their children within a nurturing, family-orientated environment.

Our team of sought-after teachers have an incredible reputation for their teaching expertise and methods.

They are truly dedicated to providing each child with a first-class and rounded education. Secondary schools of first choice are a key part of the equation too!

Whilst Wycombe Prep is a newcomer, its team has a long history of exceptional prep school education in Buckinghamshire. The school is part of the Alpha Schools group, one of the leading independent schools groups in the country. As such, it can draw on decades of experience, resources and inspirational ideas from the very best in the education business.

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I am delighted to be setting the foundations of Wycombe Prep and establishing new traditions with our founding families. This is truly only the beginning.

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Mr Ali Khan Chair of Governors of Wycombe Prep

Fees & Term Dates Prep Fees Per Term 2022/2023

Term Dates 2022/2023

Reception to Form II: Form III to Form VI:

Autumn Term: 5th September - 14th December Half Term: 24th October - 28th October

£3,000 £3,500

Sibling Discounts

Sibling Discounts will be 10% for the first sibling; 15% for the second; and 20% for the third.

Fees are inclusive of lunch Wraparound care will be available at an additional cost

Spring Term: 4th January - 5th April Half Term: 13th February - 17th February Summer Term: 25th April - 12th July Half Term: 29th May - 2nd June

Pre-School Fees We offer 15 and 30 hours Government Early Years Funding in pre-school.

Children are eligible to receive the free 15 or 30 hours funding applied the term after their third birthday. Each option to the right has had the funding amount applied.

Children are required to attend a minimum of 5 morning sessions, or 3 full days a week. Morning sessions will run from 8:30am - 12:00pm.

Pre-School Fees Per Term 2022/2023 5 Mornings £718 N/A

4 Full Days 15 Hours: 30 Hours:

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15 Hours: 30 Hours:

£1,018 £862

5 Full Days £1,618 £1,149

15 Hours: 30 Hours:

£2,218 £1,436

Our son has really enjoyed coming into school, he is definitely making a lot of progress academically.

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15 Hours: 30 Hours:

3 Full Days

Pre-School Parent

Learning Beyond The Classroom We believe that extra-curricular activities are an essential part of a student’s educational experience. Our clubs are designed to support our pupil’s development towards becoming self-assured individuals helping them to achieve their full potential both inside and outside of the classroom.

Our school offers a variety of extra-curricular opportunities taught by specialists to suit the interests and skill levels of all of our pupils. Some of the most popular options include: • • • • • •

Music Lessons Football Art Multi Sports Crafts Musical Theatre

Our pupils also benefit from our school trips, where they experience culture, nature, and history first-hand through visits to places such as The London Science Museum and the Theatre.

At the end of their Prep School journey Form VI are provided with the option to attend annual residential trips, including our bi-annual Ski Trip to a French resort where the children have the opportunity to practice their language skills.

School Timetable Arrival: Registration: Lessons: Morning Break: Lessons: Lunch From: Lessons: School Ends:

8:30am - 8:45am 8:50am - 9:00am 9:00am - 10:30am 10:30am - 10:45am 10:45am - 12:30pm 12:30pm - 1:30pm 1:30pm - 3:45pm 3:45pm

Additional Information Breakfast Club: After school Clubs: Wraparound Care:

7:30am - 8:30am 4:00pm - 5:00pm 7:30am - 6:00pm

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My Daughter’s confidence has grown so much! she is now happy and eager to go to school every single day!

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Form IV Parent

What Next?

Do you want to find out more? Enquire today!

Email us at office@wycombeprep.co.uk, call us on 01494 978 000, or click here to enquire now!

A member of our admissions team will be in touch shortly to answer all of your questions!

01494 978 000 office@wycombeprep.co.uk