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Willington School

Willington Prep is a co-educational school for children aged 3 to 11, dedicated to providing an exceptional childhood rich with opportunities and experiences.

Day fees
£15,375 – £23,508
Entry
Non Selective + InterviewSelective
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance

Key facts

Head
Mr Keith Brown
Mr
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
225
45 girls, 172 boys
Location
Wimbledon, Merton
Urban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
3 to 11
Founded
1885
Entry points
3+, 4+, 7+
ISI inspection
Inspected 2023
Nearest station
Wimbledon
School buses
No
School day
8.20am to 3.15pm
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Saturday school
No
Wraparound care
Available
Bursaries
Available
Scholarships
Drama, Art, Music +3
Overview

About Willington School

Willington Prep, celebrating 140 years in 2025, is a co-educational haven for children aged 3 to 11 in Wimbledon. The school focuses on happiness, self-assurance, and lifelong learning, guided by values of kindness, honesty, respect, and humility. It offers a broad curriculum and rich co-curricular activities in a family-oriented environment, embracing multinational, multi-faith, and multi-talented pupils.

Our take

Independent co-ed prep school in Merton for ages 3–11. Selective entry.

Best for
  • Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
Watch-outs
  • Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
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Application timeline

  1. TBC
    AssessmentTo be confirmed
    March prior to September of joining
    Nursery Session (pre-entry assessment)
  2. TBC
    InterviewTo be confirmed
    Midweek visits by appointment
    Individual Visits - Meet the Headmaster and Tour

Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, offers, acceptance deadline.

Open events

Open Morning6 weeks away
Willington School

Private tours by arrangement with admissions.

Fees

£15,375 – £23,508per year · Day · 2026-27
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Bursaries & Scholarships

Means-tested
Yes
Scholarships
9
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Distinctive features

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Co-educational 3-11

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Family-oriented environment

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Celebration of childhood

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Multinational, multi-faith and multi-talented pupils

Activities & co-curricular

sport

PE (specialist lessons)

music

Orpheus Sinfonia music workshop (collaboration with Cranleigh School)Music (specialist lessons)

academic club

Willington Extended Project (post-11+ Year 6 curriculum)Maths Wizard CompetitionFrench (specialist lessons)

other

Art (specialist lessons)Outdoor learningFree enrichment (Nursery–Year 2, Tues & Thurs to 3:55pm)Year 6 Summer Fair (pupil-led enterprise project)Clubs programme (Nursery–Year 6)

Facilities

academic

Nursery (newly refurbished environment)

Qualifications offered

11+
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House system

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Inspection

ISI inspection, 7 Mar 2023

Standards met
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Term dates 2026/27

Autumn3 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring4 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer12 Apr 2027 → 7 Jul 2027Half-term 1 Jun 2027–4 Jun 2027

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Questions parents ask

What kind of child is Willington School best for?+

Willington School suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.

How much are the fees at Willington School?+

Day fees at Willington School are £5,125 to £7,836 a term in 2026-27 (£15,375 to £23,508 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.

When is the next open day at Willington School?+

The next open morning at Willington School is on 14 November 2026. Booking is usually required.

How does admissions work?+

Willington School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.

Does Willington School support SEND?+

Willington School offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.

What ages does Willington School take?+

Willington School takes pupils from age 3 to 11.

Is Willington School a day or boarding school?+

Willington School is a day school.

Is Willington School co-educational or single-sex?+

Willington School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.

Where is Willington School?+

Willington School is in Merton, SW19 7QQ.

How do I contact admissions at Willington School?+

Contact Willington School by email at admissions@willingtonschool.co.uk or phone on 02089447020.

Updated 11 May 2026. Sources: school website, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, Sunday Times Parent Power and Wikipedia.