Daffodil Preparatory School
Your Local Independent School with Islamic Ethos
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Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Tower Hamlets for ages 5–11. Non-selective intake, Muslim ethos.
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 5–11.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who value a Muslim ethos in school life.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
- The Muslim ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
Application timeline
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 31 Jan 2026 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
About the head
“Nobis Nitendum Est”
Our vision is to raise confident, knowledgeable, and morally upright individuals who embody the teachings of Islam while thriving in today’s multicultural society, combining the National Curriculum with a deeply rooted Islamic ethos.
Distinctive features
STEM based Islamic education
Quran & Fiqh Studies
Hifdh & Pre Hifdh programmes
Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning lessons
Small class sizes (maximum 15)
Tailored teaching for all ability levels including SEND
Safe and nurturing Islamic environment
Strong parental partnership and community involvement
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
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other
Facilities
arts
academic
Latest exam results
No specific exam results data provided, but the school emphasizes high academic and moral standards, preparing students well for secondary education with strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, STEM, and Islamic studies.
Recent coverage
In September 2025, Daffodil Preparatory School appointed Stephen Montford as Interim Headteacher and STEM Lead, alongside a new Deputy Headteacher. The school's most recent inspection, conducted from September 23 to 25, 2025, rated its overall effectiveness as "Requires Improvement," with "Behaviour and Attitudes" and "Personal Development" both rated as "Good," and safeguarding deemed effective. 67% boys. The school offers a curriculum that integrates Islamic ethos with the National Curriculum, including programs like Hifdh and Pre-Hifdh for Quran memorization.
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Safeguarding is paramount at Daffodil Prep, with regular staff training and behaviour policies that foster a calm, respectful and focused environment. Children are nurtured in a space that upholds both Islamic morals and British values of safety, tolerance and respect.
Inspection
Ofsted — Date TBC
2 inspection reports on file.
- Ofsted · Independent School Standard Inspection - First23 Sept 2025Requires improvement
Term dates 2024-2025
Policies & documents
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Questions parents ask
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What kind of child is Daffodil Preparatory School best for?+
Daffodil Preparatory School suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 5–11; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who value a Muslim ethos in school life; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are non-selective. Registration windows and required forms vary by entry point — check the admissions timeline above.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees section on this page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
2 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at info@daffodilprepschool.org.uk or phone on 02045399737. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Daffodil Preparatory School — see the "Schools like Daffodil Preparatory School" grid on this page. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much are the fees at Daffodil Preparatory School?
- Day fees at Daffodil Preparatory School range from £3,500 to £14,400 per year.
- What ages does Daffodil Preparatory School take?
- Daffodil Preparatory School takes pupils from age 3 to 11.
- Is Daffodil Preparatory School a day or boarding school?
- Daffodil Preparatory School is a day school.
- Is Daffodil Preparatory School co-educational or single-sex?
- Daffodil Preparatory School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
- Where is Daffodil Preparatory School?
- Daffodil Preparatory School is in Tower Hamlets, E1 2DA.
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