Bancroft's Preparatory School
The co-educational preparatory school of Bancroft's, for children aged 7-11
Key facts
About Bancroft's Preparatory School
At Bancroft's, we nurture bright, curious minds, fostering a community where academic excellence, personal growth, and kindness flourish together.
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Redbridge for ages 7–11. Selective entry, top-tier London fees.
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 7–11.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
- Fees sit at the top of the London market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Application timeline
- TBCOpen dayTo be confirmedUpcoming open daysJoin us for an upcoming open day
- TBCRegistration closesTo be confirmedLast year: 1 Dec 2026
Not yet published: registration opens, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees
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Quick answers about Bancroft's Preparatory School
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Bursaries & Scholarships
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Activities & co-curricular
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Wellbeing
"Bancroft's provides a broad and ambitious curriculum that prioritises both academic achievement and pupils’ wellbeing." We are proudly devoted to scholarship and intellectual inquiry, and we believe that each child will truly flourish by combining academic endeavour with enthusiastic engagement in the wide range of co-curricular opportunities that we provide, while being supported and nurtured by our first-class pastoral care. “The school provides a broad and ambitious curriculum that prioritises both academic achievement and pupils’ wellbeing.”
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Term dates 2026/27
GovernancePolicies & documents
Policies & documents
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FAQQuestions parents ask
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Bancroft's Preparatory School best for?+
Bancroft's Preparatory School suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 7–11; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school; Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
How much are the fees at Bancroft's Preparatory School?+
Day fees at Bancroft's Preparatory School are £8,722 a term in 2026-27 (£26,166 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Bancroft's Preparatory School?+
No dates are listed yet. Save Bancroft's Preparatory School and we'll email you when booking opens.
How does admissions work?+
Bancroft's Preparatory School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Bancroft's Preparatory School support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for Bancroft's Preparatory School. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does Bancroft's Preparatory School take?+
Bancroft's Preparatory School takes pupils from age 7 to 11.
Is Bancroft's Preparatory School a day or boarding school?+
Bancroft's Preparatory School is a day school.
Is Bancroft's Preparatory School co-educational or single-sex?+
Bancroft's Preparatory School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Bancroft's Preparatory School?+
Bancroft's Preparatory School is in Redbridge, IG8 0RF.
How do I contact admissions at Bancroft's Preparatory School?+
Contact Bancroft's Preparatory School by email at prepoffice@bancrofts.org or phone on 02085066751.