Wellesley Prep School
Hook, Hampshire, South East · RG27 0AR
Set in Hook, Hampshire, Wellesley Prep School is an independent, co-educational school that takes children from the early years at age 3 right through to 13. With around 291 pupils on roll, it sits firmly in the small-school band, where staff are likely to know each child as an individual. The school is non-denominational and does not offer boarding, making it a day school geared to families settled in the surrounding area. Its most recent ISI inspection awarded the top grade of 'excellent', and the head is Mr Angus McDonald.
291
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-13
- Pupils
- 291
- Location
- Hook, Hampshire, South East
- Website
- https://www.wellesleyprepschool.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01256 882707
Headteacher
Head Mr Angus McDonald
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Teaching & academics
The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated Wellesley 'excellent', its highest judgement, reflecting strong outcomes across the prep years. As a school spanning ages 3 to 13, it carries pupils through the full preparatory phase towards senior school transfer. Its small size allows for close attention to individual progress.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 6 February 2025
The last word
A small, all-through prep with an 'excellent' ISI verdict for both education and personal development - well suited to families wanting a close-knit setting from nursery to 13.
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Wellesley Prep School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Wellesley Prep School located?
Wellesley Prep School is located at Stratfield Turgis, Hook, Hook, RG27 0AR.
What type of school is Wellesley Prep School?
Wellesley Prep School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Wellesley Prep School?
Wellesley Prep School has approximately 291 pupils on roll.
What is Wellesley Prep School's inspection rating?
Wellesley Prep School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 6 February 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.