From September 2026, Woodford Green Preparatory School will join Bancroft’s and St Aubyn’s School to form the Bancroft’s Family of Schools in a charitable merger.
Prep school
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.
Day fees
£14,325 – £16,620
Entry
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Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Jenny Maslen
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
366
185 girls, 183 boys
Location
Woodford Green, Redbridge
Suburban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
3 to 11
Founded
1932
Entry points
3+, 7+
Wraparound care
Available
Scholarships
Academic, Music
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Redbridge for ages 3–11.
Best for
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
Watch-outs
- 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.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- Sep26Open dayPassed
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£14,325 – £16,620per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
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
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
academic
All Saints Church, Woodford Wells (off-site)Forest SchoolScience Hub
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
2026
Woodford Green Preparatory School held a Rights Respecting Assembly introducing an Article 12 student group for pupil leadership.
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Check fit for my childCalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn3 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring5 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer21 Apr 2027 → 7 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
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What kind of child is Woodford Green Preparatory School best for?+
Woodford Green Preparatory School suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
How much are the fees at Woodford Green Preparatory School?+
Day fees at Woodford Green Preparatory School are £4,775 to £5,540 a term in 2026-27 (£14,325 to £16,620 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Woodford Green Preparatory School?+
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How does admissions work?+
We don't hold full admissions details for Woodford Green Preparatory School. Ask the school directly.
Does Woodford Green Preparatory School support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for Woodford Green Preparatory School. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does Woodford Green Preparatory School take?+
Woodford Green Preparatory School takes pupils from age 3 to 11.
Is Woodford Green Preparatory School a day or boarding school?+
Woodford Green Preparatory School is a day school.
Is Woodford Green Preparatory School co-educational or single-sex?+
Woodford Green Preparatory School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Woodford Green Preparatory School?+
Woodford Green Preparatory School is in Redbridge, IG8 0BZ.
How do I contact admissions at Woodford Green Preparatory School?+
Contact Woodford Green Preparatory School by email at head@wgprep.co.uk or phone on 02085045045.
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