Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery
Romford, Havering, Greater London · RM2 5JR
Founded in 1917, Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery has educated young children in Romford for over a century. This small independent in the London borough of Havering takes mixed pupils from age two through to eleven, with around 168 currently on roll. Its modest size lends itself to a close-knit community where children are well known to staff. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school good overall in its most recent inspection, and judged personal development to be excellent.
168
Pupils
good
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-11
- Pupils
- 168
- Location
- Romford, Havering, Greater London
- Website
- https://gideaparkprep.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01708 740381
Headteacher
Head Mr Callum Douglas
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Teaching & academics
As an all-through preparatory school for ages 2 to 11, Gidea Park guides children from nursery to the end of their primary years. The ISI's overall judgement of good points to sound provision throughout. Around 7.7 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting the school is set up to help children who need a little extra.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 7.74%
- EHC plans
- 1.19%
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1917
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 12 November 2024
The last word
A small, long-established prep where personal development was rated excellent. Worth a look for Havering families seeking a nurturing start for children aged two to eleven.
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Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery located?
Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery is located at Gidea Park, Romford, Romford, RM2 5JR.
What type of school is Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery?
Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery?
Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery has approximately 168 pupils on roll.
What is Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery's inspection rating?
Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 12 November 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.