Vita Et Pax School
An outstanding independent prep school in Southgate, serving families across North London, Enfield and Barnet. Nurturing children aged 2–11 to reach their full potential in a warm, family environment.
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Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Enfield for ages 2–11. Selective entry.
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 2–11.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- 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.
About the head
“Vita et Pax (Life and Peace)”
Our ethos is grounded in respect, discipline and tradition, fostering character, kindness and resilience to prepare children for success in examinations, secondary school life, and leadership in later life.
Distinctive features
small class sizes
specialist teaching
11+ preparation
strong music, drama and sport programmes
traditional values with modern teaching
nurturing family environment
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
Pupils consistently achieve excellent academic results, with many securing places at top London day and boarding schools, including scholarships and leadership roles at senior schools.
Recent coverage
In 2026, Vita et Pax School hosted several engaging events including an International Evening celebrating cultural diversity and a community Easter Egg Hunt marking the end of term. Pupils participated in educational trips such as Year 4 and 5 visits to London Zoo and Year 6's trip to The Snow Centre. The school also held a successful Sports Day and took part in the Borough Athletics Championship, highlighting their commitment to both academic and extracurricular excellence.
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Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Inspection
Isi — 21 Nov 2023
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-2026
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Ranked by semantic similarity across curriculum, ethos, intake and admissions style. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
Questions parents ask
Common questions about Vita Et Pax School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Vita Et Pax School best for?+
Independent co-ed prep school in Enfield for ages 2–11. Selective entry.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has identified needs, contact admissions early to discuss capacity.
Are there open days?+
3 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at info@vitaetpax.co.uk or phone on 020 8449 8336. 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 Vita Et Pax School — see the "Schools like Vita Et Pax School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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