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Woodford Green Preparatory School

Woodford Green Preparatory School, known locally as the Red School, was founded in 1932 to provide a non-denominational Christian education for boys and girls, maintaining a diverse and inclusive community.

RedbridgePrepCo EdAges 3–11Day368 pupils
Day fees
£16,620
How competitive entry is
School Exam + ObservationCompetitive entry
Pupils
368
Founded
1932
Next deadline
No dates published
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Independent co-ed school in Essex for ages 3–11.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • Children aged 3–11.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
Watch-outs
Know before applying
  • Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
  • 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.
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About the head

We are a diverse community, inclusive of all faiths and none, providing a non-denominational Christian education based on principles of equality, dignity, respect, non-discrimination and participation.

Activities & co-curricular

sport

Cricket (Boys and Girls)NetballSwimming (Years 3 and 6 Intensive Swimming)

music

Brass GroupChoirGuitar EnsembleJazz BandMusic TuitionOrchestraSaxophone GroupSolo Performances in AssemblyString EnsembleTea-time Concert

academic club

SPaG Workshops

service

Sibling ClubTeatime Club

other

ArtForest SchoolOutdoor Learning Day (KS1 workshops)PTA Events

Facilities

academic

All Saints Church, Woodford Wells (off-site)Forest SchoolScience Hub

Recent coverage

Woodford Green Preparatory School will join the Bancroft's Family of Schools from September 2026, forming a charitable merger with Bancroft's and St. Aubyn's School. In 2025, the school expanded its Forest School program into Phase 1 and opened a newly refurbished Science Hub to enhance scientific learning. Additionally, the school actively promotes a Rights Respecting community, having engaged with the UNICEF UK Rights Respecting Schools Award initiative.

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Registration opensPassed
1 Sept 2025
Registration closesPassed
31 Mar 2026
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Registration windows
YearOpensClosesReply byStatus
2026-271 Sept 202531 Mar 2026TBCClosed

Open events

Open Day
Sat, 26 Sept 2026
10:00 am

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Fees

£16,620per year · Day · 2026-20 · est. (3 x term)
VAT-inclusive estimate £16,620VAT status TBCYear 7-13 projection £131,270
vs London avg (£24,000)31% below
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

Bursaries & Scholarships

Inspection

Isi 16 May 2023

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

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Term dates 2025-2026

autumn3 Sept 202512 Dec 2025Half-term 20 Oct 2025–31 Oct 2025
spring6 Jan 202627 Mar 2026Half-term 16 Feb 2026–20 Feb 2026
summer21 Apr 20263 Jul 2026Half-term 25 May 2026–29 May 2026
autumn3 Sept 202611 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
spring5 Jan 202725 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
summer21 Apr 20277 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027

Schools like Woodford Green Preparatory School

Ranked by semantic similarity across curriculum, ethos, intake and admissions style. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

79%

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£1,950 – £17,409
77%

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75%

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£4,500 – £15,171
74%

Eastcourt Independent School

Redbridge · All Through · Ages 3–11
Fees TBC
72%

Greenwich Waldorf School

Greenwich · All Through · Ages 3–18
£8,922 – £12,900

Questions parents ask

Common questions about Woodford Green Preparatory School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is Woodford Green Preparatory School best for?+

Independent co-ed school in Essex for ages 3–11.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions style isn't fully documented in our profile. Contact the school directly using the details in the contact card.

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?+

1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

email at head@wgprep.co.uk or phone on 020 8504 5045. 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 Woodford Green Preparatory School — see the "Schools like Woodford Green Preparatory School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 14 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

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