Banstead Preparatory School
Banstead, Surrey, South East · SM7 3RA
A small co-educational prep school in Banstead, Banstead Preparatory takes children from the early years right through to the end of Year 6, with around 249 on roll. Its compact size sits at the heart of its appeal, allowing staff under Head Mr Jon Chesworth to know each child well. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its most recent inspection the top grade of 'excellent', with compliance requirements fully met. Notably, just over a fifth of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a school accustomed to accommodating a range of learning needs.
249
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£18,208
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-11
- Pupils
- 249
- Location
- Banstead, Surrey, South East
- Website
- https://www.bansteadprep.com/
- Telephone
- 01737 363601
Headteacher
Head Mr Jon Chesworth
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Teaching & academics
The ISI judged the school 'excellent' for the quality of pupils' achievement, the highest available rating. With a SEN support figure approaching 21 per cent, the school appears geared towards individual attention rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. For an ages 2-11 setting, the focus is on building strong foundations ahead of the transition to senior school.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 20.88%
- EHC plans
- 0.8%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £13,894 - £18,208
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 19 November 2024
The last word
A small, top-rated prep where the size is the point: families wanting close attention through to age 11 will find much to like, fees from £13,894 to £18,208 a year notwithstanding.
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Banstead Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Banstead Preparatory School located?
Banstead Preparatory School is located at Sutton Lane, Banstead, Banstead, SM7 3RA.
What type of school is Banstead Preparatory School?
Banstead Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Banstead Preparatory School?
Banstead Preparatory School has approximately 249 pupils on roll.
What is Banstead Preparatory School's inspection rating?
Banstead Preparatory School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 19 November 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.