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Benedict House Preparatory School

Sidcup, Bexley, Greater London · DA15 7HD

Benedict House Preparatory School is a small, independent preparatory school in Sidcup, in the London borough of Bexley. With around 213 pupils, it offers a notably intimate setting where children are likely to be known as individuals rather than faces in a crowd. The school is co-educational and takes day pupils only. It is led by Head Mrs Laura Baker and inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.

213

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
213
Location
Sidcup, Bexley, Greater London
Website
https://benedicthouse.co.uk/

Headteacher

Head Mrs Laura Baker

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Teaching & academics

As an ISI-inspected preparatory school, Benedict House follows the independent route towards senior school transfer. A striking feature is that roughly a third of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a school well practised in tailoring help to individual learning needs. Its small size lends itself to close attention and a personal approach to each child's progress.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support
33.33%
EHC plans
1.41%

Ethos & heritage

Boarding
No

Inspection reports

Last inspected
27 November 2025
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The last word

A small Sidcup prep where individual attention is built into the scale, and where a sizeable proportion of pupils are supported with additional needs.

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Benedict House Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Benedict House Preparatory School located?

Benedict House Preparatory School is located at Sidcup, DA15 7HD.

What type of school is Benedict House Preparatory School?

Benedict House Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.

How many pupils attend Benedict House Preparatory School?

Benedict House Preparatory School has approximately 213 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.