this is sherborne prep

Sherborne Preparatory School is a co-educational day and boarding school for children age 3-13 in the town of Sherborne, Dorset.

Tour & Explore Morning

Our Tour & Explore Morning on Saturday 7 September is the perfect opportunity for prospective families with children aged 4+ considering joining us in September 2025 or earlier to find out more about our lovely Pre-Prep and meet our current children and staff. Click here for more information.

Updated: 15/07/24 at 12:29 PM

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sherborne prep

We focus on providing a magical childhood experience. Our Sherborne Prep Dragon Values are a perfect guide that enable our children to become kind, thoughtful, courageous and intuitive young people well prepared to embrace their future.

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Our School

Education is a process of formation. It is about helping young people grow into themselves, fulfilling their potential and preparing for the next stage in their lives.

why

sherborne prep?

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PURSUIT OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCEEducation for tomorrow's world
We have an excellent record of academic success, with an average of 40% of our Year 8s gaining a range of scholarships to a variety of high-quality senior schools.
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HOLISTIC PASTORAL CAREIndividual care that brings a community together
Our focus at Sherborne Prep is on the whole child. We understand that these are precious days in a child’s development, where the habits formed will last a lifetime.
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BREADTH AND DEPTH OF OPPORTUNITYA voyage of discovery
Co-curricular activities bring enormous value in a school like ours. They provide a chance to step away from formal learning, garnering a rich variety of experiences that form character.
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UNIQUE LOCATIONThriving, well connected market town
Sherborne lies in the beautiful Dorset countryside, but is very easily accessible from London and other major cities.