Wimbledon Common Preparatory School
Wimbledon Common Preparatory School—affectionately known as Squirrels—is a warm and nurturing school for children aged 4 to 7 located in the heart of Wimbledon.
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Our take
Independent co-ed school in Merton for ages 4–7. Non-selective intake.
- Children aged 4–7.
- 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 | 31 Mar 2026 | TBC | Closed |
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“Industry with Cheerfulness”
WCPS is proud of its inclusive environment and strong pastoral care, fostering pupil wellbeing, self-awareness, and resilience in a supportive and stimulating setting.
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Recent coverage
Wimbledon Common Preparatory School received an "Area of Significant Strength" rating in its March 2025 Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) inspection, recognizing exceptional pupil wellbeing support, inclusive environment, and effective leadership. The school is planning to become fully co-educational by 2027, a move that follows the successful inspection and aims to enrich its diverse community. An Open Morning is scheduled for June 10, 2026, to showcase the school and its transition to co-education.
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wellbeing, achieved through a well-integrated curriculum, strong pastoral care, and a focus on fostering self-awareness and resilience. Inspectors praised the inclusive environment and the effective leadership that enables pupils to confidently seek help and take responsibility for their learning. Read the full report here. Visit Us Registration About Us ## Life at WCPS - \\ \\ Meet Our Head** \\ \\ Co-education** \\ \\ Admissions** > Our historic move to co-education closely follows our successful ISI inspection where our inclusivity and diversity as a community were highlighted as strengths. Bringing girls into our community will further enrich these aspects of our school, preparing all our pupils for their futures. Andrew Forbes
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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What kind of child is Wimbledon Common Preparatory School best for?+
Wimbledon Common Preparatory School suits: Children aged 4–7; 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?+
2 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at info@wcps.org.uk or phone on 02089461001. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much are the fees at Wimbledon Common Preparatory School?
- Day fees at Wimbledon Common Preparatory School are around £23,622 per year.
- What ages does Wimbledon Common Preparatory School take?
- Wimbledon Common Preparatory School takes pupils from age 4 to 7.
- Is Wimbledon Common Preparatory School a day or boarding school?
- Wimbledon Common Preparatory School is a day school.
- Is Wimbledon Common Preparatory School co-educational or single-sex?
- Wimbledon Common Preparatory School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
- Where is Wimbledon Common Preparatory School?
- Wimbledon Common Preparatory School is in Merton, SW19 4TA.
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