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Our next Stay & Play is on Friday 28th November. Book a place here

We’re hosting tours every day. Book your visit here

Fishers Lane has been added to our Chiswick minibus route. Find out more about getting to Kew College Prep here

Why choose Kew College Prep?

We are a co-educational Prep School and Nursery for girls and boys aged 3-11. We offer a perfect blend of highly nurturing, personalised education and outstanding academic results.
Why Kew College Prep?

Latest 11+ Results

100

of boys who applied for 11+ were offered a place at Hampton (for the second year running!)

97

of pupils received offers from 2 or more schools

75

of of girls who applied  received an offer from Lady Eleanor Holles

57

of children were awarded at least one scholarship

over 30 schools

Leavers Destinations

Come and visit us

We invite you to come and see our school in action! Our Registrar runs tours each week and we hold regular open mornings. Our Stay and Play sessions are also a lovely opportunity to get a feel for our school and meet some of our Early Years team.
Open Mornings & Tours

Pastoral Care

Our Pastoral Curriculum underpins everything we do at Kew College Prep school. We work as a team to ensure all children are listened to and feel valued. The strong sense of community at our school is enhanced by our governors and parents, all of whom are fully committed to the school’s ethos and values, and work tirelessly on its behalf.

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News and Events highlights

Kew College Prep ‘Together’

This morning we welcomed a lovely group of babies, toddlers and parents to our Stay & Play ✨ These sessions are a relaxed and informal way of getting to know our school with your child while they enjoy exploring the activities set out by our Early Years team. The sessions are free and all families with a child aged 0-3 are welcome to join! Keep an eye out for our next date which will be shared soon 👀 

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Why Outdoor Learning is at the Heart of a Great Nursery Education

Nov 27, 2025

At Kew College Prep Nursery in Kew, near Chiswick, we believe that some of the best lessons happen not inside a classroom, but under the open sky. Outdoor spaces are living classrooms where children explore, experiment, and connect with the world around them. For our Nursery and Reception children, outdoor... Read article

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Learning Through Play: The Foundation for Future Success

Nov 17, 2025

At Kew College Prep nursery in Kew, near Chiswick, we often talk about the power of play, but what does that really mean? For us, play is not just an activity for children to pass the time; it’s the most powerful form of learning there is. When children play, they... Read article

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Why High-Quality Early Years Education Matters

Nov 14, 2025

The early years are more than just the beginning of a child’s educational journey, they are the foundation for everything that follows. A high-quality nursery education nurtures curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. At Kew College Prep nursery, based in leafy Kew, near Chiswick in... Read article

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We’ve been reviewed!

Sep 8, 2025

At the end of last term, we were visited by an editor from the Muddy Stilettos Best Schools Guide who toured the school and met with Mrs Bond. Since this visit, we have been included in the Best Schools Guide, with a glowing review which highlights our outstanding 11+ results,... Read article

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Putting Young Minds to Work

May 2, 2025

As part of our post-11+ programme, our Year 6 children enjoy a fantastic Putting Young Minds to Work project. Putting Young Minds to Work introduces business concepts to the children, teaching them critical entrepreneurial skills through interactive sessions, where they get a chance to build a mini business, pitch their ideas... Read article

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