Welcome to Kingscourt Prep School

At Kingscourt Prep School, we ignite a lifelong passion for learning, adventure, and purposeful discovery, while providing children with strong academic foundations for successful futures.

We believe in harnessing a spirit of curiosity, resilience, and adaptability through hands-on experiences, outdoor exploration, and an engaging academic programme.

Our children develop a strong ethical framework and a commitment to making a positive impact on local and wider communities. We empower children with the skills, knowledge and character needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

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EXCELLENT

Inspection Report 2023

Kingscourt Prep School has been awarded the highest possible grade: double EXCELLENT in recent ISI Inspection.

As well as being fully compliant in every aspect of the Regulatory Compliance Inspection, it was determined that the children’s Achievement at Kingscourt Prep School is "Excellent" and the children’s Personal Development is "Excellent".

Inspection Report

AIM HIGH

We provide children with the opportunity for challenge and to reach for the next stage of learning with eagerness and desire to excel.

Our strong work ethic and academic rigour means our children frequently go on to their first choice of senior school often with academic or sports scholarships.

Academic Excellence

ADVENTURES AWAIT

It is never too early to invest in your child’s education.

We are privileged to have the most fantastic outdoor environment, of which all our children, from Nursery upwards, are keen to explore and make new discoveries every day.

Outdoor Adventures

CHERISHED CHILDHOOD

We know the important role nursery and school plays in creating a magical childhood.

Our school exudes a special kind of energy and provide opportunities to develop confidence, be comfortable in their own skin and be the best versions of themselves.

Your child's journey

Our Nursery provides an exceptional start:

Specialist sessions include Spanish and Music, alongside Outdoor Learning, Maths, Phonics, Dough Disco, and Squiggle.
Daily individualized feedback provided to parents via Tapestry.
Optional dance lessons offered by an external provider.
Daily exploration of extensive grounds, including the Community Garden, Meadow, Woodland, and fields.
Ranked among the Top 20 Day Nurseries in the South East by daynurseries.co.uk
15 hours of Early Years Education funding available.

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"Here at Kingscourt, we are dedicated to delivering the strong foundations and sense of aspiration that a preparatory education will give your child. We are a forward-thinking school. We instil in our pupils a sense of purpose, both in their immediate endeavours and in their future direction in life.”

- Mrs Kerrie Daunter

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This isn’t just a nursery party—this is a vibrant session of Dough Disco and Squiggle Time! The children dive into exciting activities designed to combine fun and learning, using pom poms to form letters and shapes, sparking their creativity while building essential fine motor skills. Every moment is an opportunity to strengthen their little hands and prepare them for writing. Laughter, and joy as the children explore, engage, and grow during this lively and interactive lesson of the day!✨💜
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This isn’t just a nursery party—this is a vibrant session of Dough Disco and Squiggle Time! The children dive into exciting activities designed to combine fun and learning, using pom poms to form letters and shapes, sparking their creativity while building essential fine motor skills. Every moment is an opportunity to strengthen their little hands and prepare them for writing. Laughter, and joy as the children explore, engage, and grow during this lively and interactive lesson of the day!✨💜
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Final chance to book onto our storytime next week! Looking for a Reception place for September 2025? Join us for a magical storytime adventure on Wednesday, 27th November. 9:00-10:30. This session offers a wonderful insight into the beginning of your child`s educational journey and the love of learning that will be fostered.

To attend, please complete the following form https://forms.office.com/e/UBcf0XG3Fx or email admissions@kingscourt.org.uk for more information.

We look forward to welcoming you!
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Final chance to book onto our storytime next week! Looking for a Reception place for September 2025? Join us for a magical storytime adventure on Wednesday, 27th November. 9:00-10:30. This session offers a wonderful insight into the beginning of your child's educational journey and the love of learning that will be fostered.

To attend, please complete the following form https://forms.office.com/e/UBcf0XG3Fx or email admissions@kingscourt.org.uk for more information.

We look forward to welcoming you!
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Today, we came together for Children in Need. The Caernarfon house captains encouraged everyone to show up in their home clothes and creative, crazy hair to raise funds for this incredible cause. 💛 The Year 6 children also organised a Pudsey-themed scavenger hunt that brought smiles and a wonderful team spirit. 🐻✨
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Today, we came together for Children in Need. The Caernarfon house captains encouraged everyone to show up in their home clothes and creative, crazy hair to raise funds for this incredible cause. 💛 The Year 6 children also organised a Pudsey-themed scavenger hunt that brought smiles and a wonderful team spirit. 🐻✨
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Across various year groups, children have been collecting leaves during their lunchtime and creating piles of them. Year 5 have been pressing the leaves in their old math books, so that Year 2 could decorate them and create beautiful leaf animals during their outdoor learning lessons. What a beautiful result! 🍁✨

Across various year groups, children have been collecting leaves during their lunchtime and creating piles of them. Year 5 have been pressing the leaves in their old math books, so that Year 2 could decorate them and create beautiful leaf animals during their outdoor learning lessons. What a beautiful result! 🍁✨

To support Anti-Bullying Week, we’re celebrating what makes each of us unique and encouraging inclusivity throughout our school community. ✨🌼👣

To support Anti-Bullying Week, we’re celebrating what makes each of us unique and encouraging inclusivity throughout our school community. ✨🌼👣

A huge congratulations to our Year 5 & 6 children who participated in the @portsmouthhighuk swimming gala! They all performed exceptionally well, and we couldn’t be prouder of them! 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️

A huge congratulations to our Year 5 & 6 children who participated in the @portsmouthhighuk swimming gala! They all performed exceptionally well, and we couldn’t be prouder of them! 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️

✨ Now open for bookings: the Christmas Holiday Club and New Year Special hosted by @creativekidzltd at Kingscourt. ✨
Times: Flexible slots available between 8am and 6pm
Ages: 2.5 to 11 years

Take advantage of early bird, sibling, and multibuy discounts when booking early. Save up to 45% using childcare vouchers or tax-free childcare. Reserve your child’s spot at https://creativekidz.org.uk/.

A perfect way to bring Christmas magic to life! 🎄

✨ Now open for bookings: the Christmas Holiday Club and New Year Special hosted by @creativekidzltd at Kingscourt. ✨
Times: Flexible slots available between 8am and 6pm
Ages: 2.5 to 11 years

Take advantage of early bird, sibling, and multibuy discounts when booking early. Save up to 45% using childcare vouchers or tax-free childcare. Reserve your child’s spot at https://creativekidz.org.uk/.

A perfect way to bring Christmas magic to life! 🎄

Lest we forget ❤

Lest we forget ❤

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Kingscourt is a wonderful school. Its location, its teachers and its community are all the best that you could hope for; for your children and for us as parents.

– Parent, Kingscourt Prep School

FACILITIES & LOCATION

Located in the idyllic Hampshire countryside

Our school is housed in a beautiful Georgian building nestled within a serene woodland environment, surrounded by 25 acres of private playing fields and walled gardens – the perfect setting for children to thrive.

Our Nursery is a very special place, based in a bespoke, beautiful eco-conscious building, with floor to ceiling windows where the children feel surrounded by our incredible natural environment. With its own entrance and direct access out into our glorious garden and grounds - we can’t wait to show you around.

Embark on a journey of educational excellence

At Kingscourt, we go above and beyond to provide an outstanding educational journey. Discover the unparalleled opportunities and academic excellence that await your child.

Your child's learning journey

Nursery

2 - 4 yrs old

Pre-Prep

4 - 7 yrs old

Prep

7 - 11 yrs old

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OPEN DAYS & VISITS

FACILITIES & LOCATION

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