Benedict House Preparatory School At A Glance
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HEADMISTRESS' WELCOME
Welcome to Benedict House Preparatory School
Benedict House is a warm and inclusive school where children are encouraged to flourish in a supportive environment. Catering for pupils from Pre-School to Year 6, we offer a well-rounded education that blends academic rigour with personal development. Our focus is on helping every child achieve their full potential, preparing them for the next stage of their educational journey with confidence and enthusiasm.
Rooted in the philosophy of “Towards the future as a family,” we believe in truly understanding each child as an individual. By getting to the heart of who they are, both in their personality and how they learn, we create a personalised educational experience that builds confidence and inspires excellence. This holistic approach is complemented by our commitment to academic rigour, ensuring pupils are fully prepared for secondary school, including success in the 11+ and independent school entrance examinations.
Our vibrant and diverse curriculum fosters curiosity, creativity and resilience, equipping pupils with the skills they need to thrive in an ever-changing world. Whether exploring the natural environment, engaging with the latest technologies or performing on stage, children at Benedict House grow into confident and capable learners ready for future challenges.
As a proud member of the Chatsworth Schools group, we celebrate the richness of diversity within our school community. We welcome children from all walks of life, knowing that this variety of experiences enhances the fabric of our school and the learning journey. Alongside our strong academic foundations, we emphasise vital skills such as teamwork, innovative thinking and problem-solving.
At Benedict House, we place great value on fostering a sense of belonging. Through outstanding pastoral care, we create a safe and caring environment where every child feels valued and supported. We promote kindness, respect and individuality, encouraging pupils to build meaningful relationships and develop a strong sense of responsibility towards 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 inspired to succeed and thrive. We look forward to welcoming you to our school and sharing in the exciting journey of preparing children to step confidently into the future.
Laura Baker
Headmistress
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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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🦉💙 Our lovely Owl Pre-School Class enjoyed a wonderful art activity this week at @benedicthouseprepschool, creating their very own jellyfish! 🪼✨
Using colourful tissue paper, shiny gems and bubble wrap, our children explored different textures and let their imaginations shine as they crafted their beautiful underwater creations.
It is a joy to see their creativity, concentration and excitement throughout the session and we are so proud of all their hard work and the gorgeous jellyfish they made! 🎨🌊
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Join us for our final Open Morning of the school year here at @benedicthouseprepschool
There’s still time to discover what makes Benedict House Prep School such a special place to learn and grow.
We have limited places available for September 2026, and we warmly invite prospective families to join us at our final Open Morning of the year. Come and experience our warm, inclusive and vibrant school community, meet our dedicated staff and see our children thriving in a nurturing environment.
To find out more or book your visit:
📍 Visit our website: https://benedicthouse.co.uk/
📞 Call the School Office: 0208 300 7206
💬 WhatsApp us: 07564 576305
We look forward to welcoming you and helping you discover all that Benedict House has to offer!
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Our brilliant Year 3 artists have completed their moving pictures project! We are so proud of their creativity, perseverance and wonderful outcomes! Fantastic work Year 3 👏. #sidcupmums #bexleymums #dartfordmums #orpingtonmums #bromleymums @chatsworthschls
👑Our Year 4 Birch class became history detectives this week as they investigated the mysterious death of Tutankhamun. After sorting facts from opinions and examining evidence for the theories of illness, accident and murder, the class debated their ideas and justified their reasoning using cause-and-effect conjunctions. By a narrow margin, Birch concluded that an accident was the most likely cause of the young pharaoh’s death! 📜🔎
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🎾 What a special day for some our lucky Year 6 children here at Benedict House Prep School! They’ve headed off on an exciting trip to watch the prestigious Queen’s Tennis Championships, soaking up the atmosphere and seeing world-class tennis in action. We hope they have an unforgettable experience full of inspiration, teamwork and sporting spirit! ✨ #QueensTennis #sidcupmums #bexleymums #dartfordmums #chislehurstmums #kentmums @chatsworthschls
You may remember that our wonderful Year 2 Elm class sent a letter to King Charles a few weeks ago. We were absolutely delighted and amazed when our postman arrived with a very special delivery — a reply from His Majesty’s office!
The children were thrilled to receive a response and couldn`t wait to read it together. What an exciting and memorable experience for our young writers! 👑✉️
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🎢🌟 Our wonderful Year 1 and Year 2 children are having an amazing day at Chessington World of Adventures! From exciting rides to incredible animal encounters, our children are enjoying a fun-filled day of adventure, discovery and memorable experiences.
We are so proud of their enthusiasm and excellent behaviour. What a fantastic enriching trip! 🦁🐯 #ChessingtonWorldOfAdventures #sidcupmums #dartfordmums #bromleymums #bexleymums @chatsworthschls
☀️ Our Year 5 children had a fantastic outdoor learning morning at Benedict House, making the most of the beautiful sunshine while exploring, discovering and learning together. From hands-on activities to teamwork and problem-solving, it was wonderful to see everyone engaged, enthusiastic and enjoying learning in the great outdoors. A memorable morning filled with smiles, fresh air and new experiences! 🌿😊 #OutdoorLearning #sidcupmums #dartfordmums #bexleymums #kentmums @chatsworthschls
