West Lodge School
West Lodge School is a co-educational day school for children aged 3 to 11, offering a strong academic foundation with a focus on character development, growth mindset, and 21st century skills.
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Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Bexley for ages 3–11. Non-selective intake.
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
- 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.
Application timeline
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 15 Jan 2026 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
About the head
Education is a three-way partnership between parent, teacher and pupil; the school fosters confidence, resilience, character development, and readiness for future challenges through growth mindset and specialist teaching.
Distinctive features
small classes with max 22 pupils
one class per year group
specialist teaching in computing, Spanish, music, Latin, PE, science, food technology
growth mindset school
broad curriculum including 21st century skills
new well-resourced outdoor learning area
not-for-profit, child centric operational model
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
Leavers consistently gain places and scholarships at selective senior schools, achieving above average standardised test scores in mathematics and English by Year 6. The school's quality of pupil achievement and progress is rated excellent by ISI.
Recent coverage
West Lodge Preparatory School received an 'excellent' rating in all sixteen areas of its 2022 ISI inspection and maintained strong academic results in 2025, with the majority of Year 6 pupils attaining above average scores in standardized tests and securing places at selective senior schools, often with scholarships. The school emphasizes preparation for 21st-century careers through advanced coding skills and sophisticated ICT projects, including 3D printing, supported by specialist teaching in modern foreign languages, engineering, and computing.
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Pupils are organised into houses for pastoral and competitive life.
Inspection
Isi — 11 Mar 2025
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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Questions parents ask
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What kind of child is West Lodge School best for?+
West Lodge School suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; 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?+
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 office@westlodge.org.uk or phone on 02083002489. 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 West Lodge School — see the "Schools like West Lodge 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 West Lodge School?
- Day fees at West Lodge School range from £2,400 to £14,728 per year.
- What ages does West Lodge School take?
- West Lodge School takes pupils from age 3 to 11.
- Is West Lodge School a day or boarding school?
- West Lodge School is a day school.
- Is West Lodge School co-educational or single-sex?
- West Lodge School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
- Where is West Lodge School?
- West Lodge School is in Bexley, DA15 7DU.
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