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Caversham Preparatory School

Reading, Reading, South East · RG4 8JZ

With just 61 pupils, Caversham Preparatory School offers an intimate setting where each child is genuinely known. This independent, co-educational school in Reading takes children from age 3 through to 11, providing a continuous early education without the disruption of an early move. It has no religious affiliation and does not offer boarding, focusing instead on day provision for local families. Led by Head Mr Andrew Lawson, the school earned an 'excellent' judgement from the Independent Schools Inspectorate.

61

Pupils

excellent

ISI

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Age range
3-11
Pupils
61
Location
Reading, Reading, South East
Website
https://www.cavershamschool.com/
Telephone
01189 478684

Headteacher

Head Mr Andrew Lawson

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Teaching & academics

The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated Caversham Preparatory 'excellent', its highest grade, and met all compliance requirements. The small roll allows for close attention to each pupil's progress as they prepare for the move to senior school at 11. A modest 1.64 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, reflecting the school's particular intake.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support
1.64%
EHC plans
0%

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

Inspection reports

ISI rating
excellent
ISI personal development
excellent
Last inspected
20 January 2026
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The last word

A small, warmly attentive prep school where an 'excellent' inspection rating meets the advantages of being one of barely sixty children.

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Caversham Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Caversham Preparatory School located?

Caversham Preparatory School is located at 16 Peppard Road, Caversham, Reading, Reading, RG4 8JZ.

What type of school is Caversham Preparatory School?

Caversham Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.

How many pupils attend Caversham Preparatory School?

Caversham Preparatory School has approximately 61 pupils on roll.

What is Caversham Preparatory School's inspection rating?

Caversham Preparatory School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 20 January 2026.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.