Herries Preparatory School
Maidenhead, Windsor and Maidenhead, South East · SL6 9BD
With just 121 pupils across an age range that runs from toddlers at two through to leavers at eleven, Herries Preparatory School is a notably small, close-knit independent in Maidenhead. Its modest size allows children to be known individually as they move from the earliest years up to the 11+ stage. The school is co-educational and has no religious affiliation, drawing families who value a personal, intimate setting. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of 'excellent' at the most recent inspection, with compliance requirements fully met.
121
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-11
- Pupils
- 121
- Location
- Maidenhead, Windsor and Maidenhead, South East
- Website
- https://www.herries.org.uk/
- Telephone
- 01628 483350
Headteacher
Head Mr Robert Grosse
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Teaching & academics
The ISI judged Herries 'excellent', its top rating, which reflects strong standards across the prep school years. Education is delivered in a small-school environment where individual progress can be closely tracked from early years to Year 6. With pupils preparing for transfer at eleven, the focus is on building solid foundations within an attentive, low-numbers setting.
Beyond the classroom
Personal development was also rated 'excellent' by inspectors, pointing to a school that nurtures character and confidence alongside academic work.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 11 March 2025
The last word
A small, warm prep school in Maidenhead with the inspectorate's highest marks for both education and personal development. It suits families seeking individual attention from the nursery years through to 11+.
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Herries Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Herries Preparatory School located?
Herries Preparatory School is located at Dean Lane, Cookham Dean, Maidenhead, Maidenhead, SL6 9BD.
What type of school is Herries Preparatory School?
Herries Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Herries Preparatory School?
Herries Preparatory School has approximately 121 pupils on roll.
What is Herries Preparatory School's inspection rating?
Herries Preparatory School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 11 March 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.