Wetherby Preparatory School
School summary
A boys' preparatory school in Westminster, Wetherby educates around 350 pupils from age 7 through to 13, preparing them for senior school entry along the way. Its size places it among the smaller independent preps, which lends a close community feel. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded the school its top grade of 'excellent', both for the quality of education and for pupils' personal development, and found it fully compliant with regulatory standards. Under Head Paul David, it offers an 11+ entry point as well as taking boys from age 7.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 26 November 2024
Teaching & academics
The ISI's 'excellent' rating spans both academic outcomes and the school's wider work in developing each boy, a strong endorsement of the teaching across the prep years. Notably, almost 28 per cent of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a school well practised in identifying and meeting a range of learning needs. As an all-through prep to 13, it is geared towards readying boys for competitive senior school places.
Head · Paul David
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 27.92%
- EHC plans
- 0.28%
Mobile phone policy
Mobile phones should never be used on school premises. Boys may bring them to school (at their own risk) if travelling independently to and from school or their bus stop, but must be switched off during the school day and stored in lockers at the front desk
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £30,360
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Wetherby Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.