Benedict House Preparatory School At A Glance
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HEAD'S WELCOME
Welcome to Benedict House Preparatory School
Benedict House Preparatory School is a warm and inclusive school where children are supported to grow, achieve and succeed within a caring and purposeful environment. Catering for pupils from Pre-School to Year 6, we offer a well-rounded education that combines academic rigour with strong pastoral care and personal development. Our aim is to help every child reach their full potential and move confidently into the next stage of their education.
Rooted in our philosophy of “Towards the future as a family”, we place great importance on truly knowing each child as an individual. By understanding who they are, how they learn and what motivates them, we are able to provide a personalised educational experience built on trust, respect and empathy. This approach allows children to feel valued, confident and secure, enabling them to take risks in their learning and develop resilience.
Academic excellence sits at the heart of Benedict House. We set high expectations and promote integrity and responsibility in learning, ensuring pupils are well prepared for secondary school, including the 11+ and independent school entrance examinations. Alongside this, we teach children the importance of perseverance and self belief, helping them to approach challenge with confidence and determination.
Our broad and engaging curriculum encourages curiosity, creativity and problem solving. Through opportunities in the classroom and beyond, whether exploring the natural environment, using modern technology or performing on stage, pupils develop teamwork and communication skills that will serve them well throughout their lives.
We proudly celebrate the diversity of our school community, believing that learning alongside others with different experiences and perspectives strengthens understanding and empathy, enriching school life for all. Strong relationships between pupils, staff and families are central to our community and underpin everything we do.
At Benedict House, pastoral care is a priority. We work hard to create a safe, nurturing environment where children feel a strong sense of belonging and are encouraged to act with kindness, respect and integrity. Through this, pupils develop confidence, independence and a genuine care for others and the wider world.
Benedict House Preparatory School is more than a place of learning. It is a close-knit community where children are supported, challenged and inspired as they grow. I look forward to welcoming you to our school and sharing in the exciting journey of preparing children for a confident and successful future.
Laura Baker
Headteacher
Why Benedict House School?
We are proud of our excellent local reputation and our ability to unlock your child’s full potential, preparing them for the next stage in their academic life.
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We are proud of our excellent local reputation and our ability to unlock your child’s full potential, preparing them for the next stage in their academic life.
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What a wonderful Numbers Day in Year 1 Holly class here at @benedicthouseprepschool ! 🔢💙💛
Our children have been exploring numbers through games, activities and teamwork, showing confidence and lots of enthusiasm. We’re so proud of their hard work! #numbersday #sidcupmums #bexleymums #dartfordmums #bromleybusinessmums @chatsworthschls
Some amazing facts from our Year 1 Cherry class all about Animal Eggs! 🥚. Such great reading and speaking too! #sidcupmums #dartfordmums #bexleymums #bromleymums #keystage1 @chatsworthschls
What a fantastic LAMDA assembly this morning here at @benedicthouseprepschool 🌟 Our wonderful Year 4 and Year 5 children performed brilliantly for their parents and carers, showcasing confidence, creativity, and so much talent. We are incredibly proud of them all! #lamda #sidcupmums #bexleymums #bromleymums #dartfordmums @chatsworthschls
Last week our Year 1 Holly class created beautiful Papel Piccardo banners, learning about this traditional Mexican art form and enjoying the opportunity to be creative and use fine motor skills. This was part of Art Around the World, where each class in the school has explored an art style or technique inspired by a different culture to create a piece of artwork.🌎 Great work Year 1! 👏 #sidcupmums #bexleymums #dartfordmums #bromleymums @chatsworthschls
A rainy Sidcup day? No problem! ☔️ At @benedicthouseprepschool , Our Year 3 children turned their P.E. lesson into a lively game of ping pong big smiles, quick reflexes and lots of fun! 🏓✨ #prepschoollife #sidcupmums #bexleymums #dartfordmums @chatsworthschls
What an afternoon! 🎉 Our cultural food tasting at @benedicthouseprepschool was a huge success. A heartfelt thank you to our brilliant parents for attending and for sharing so many amazing dishes the flavours, the generosity, and the community spirit were outstanding. #celebratingculture #sidcupmums #bexleymums #dartfordmums @chatsworthschls
So proud of our Year 1 Holly Class 🌟
Huge congratulations to these brilliant children who received well deserved Headteacher’s Awards for their fantastic written work as part of their English project.
What a wonderful achievement we couldn’t be prouder of you all at Benedict House Prep School 💙📚 #sidcupmums #bexleymums #dartfordmums #sidcupparents @chatsworthschls
What a fantastic Cultural Day at Benedict House Prep School! 🌍✨
Elm Class had a fun and enriching morning with our special visitor, Mumma Aka, as we learned all about Zimbabwe. From exploring traditional food and dress to enjoying some lively dancing, the children were fully immersed. We ended the session by learning about the meanings and origins of the children’s names such a lovely way to celebrate culture and identity. A truly memorable morning! 💛💙 #bexleymums #dartfordmums #sidcupmums #orpingtonmums #bromleybusinessmums @chatsworthschls
