teaching
Teaching across the board is described as excellent. Independent learning is encouraged, as is a can-do attitude.
Data profile
Kew Green Preparatory School
Independent co-ed prep school in Richmond upon Thames for ages 2–11. Selective entry.
- Rank #129
- ISI Excellent
- Fees £26.4k/yr
- co-ed
- Richmond upon Thames
Entry points & fees
| Entry | Year | Places | Assessment | Day fee (max) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3+ | Nursery | — | Observation | £26.4k |
| 4+ | Reception | — | Interview · Observation | £26.4k |
| NurseryMAIN | Nursery | — | Non-selective | £26.4k |
| ReceptionMAIN | Reception | — | Non-selective | £26.4k |
Houseroom Index
Our composite score, broken down by pillar.
Index score
87
/ 100
National rank #129
Academic70
Destinations60
Future-ready62
Pastoral95
Value-add60
Access & breadth75
External consensus70
Inspections
ISI
Excellent
Inspected 2023-02-07
The latest inspection for Kew Green Preparatory School was conducted in 2023 covering both Focused Compliance and Educational Quality. Detailed ratings and overall judgements are available in the linked full report.
Read full ISI report →Editorial verdict
facilities
The school is located at Layton House, Ferry Lane, Richmond, with Kew Green used for games lessons at the front and the Royal Botanical Gardens adjacent. The setting backs onto the Thames.
overview
Kew Green Preparatory School is immensely popular with the Barnes/Chiswick/Richmond set. It has an idyllic setting backing onto the Thames, with Kew Green at the front for games lessons and the Royal Botanical Gardens next door. The school caters for 274 pupils aged 4–11 and is a mixed, day prep located in Richmond, Surrey.
Open days, bursaries and how to apply: Kew Green Preparatory School profile →