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We are excited to launch Pre-Prep at Westholme from September 2026.
Our new Pre-Prep year has been thoughtfully designed to provide the perfect bridge between Nursery and Prep Reception, giving children the confidence and strong foundations they need at the very start of their school journey.
The Pre-Prep year offers a seamless and reassuring transition into Prep Reception, with shared routines, familiar staff and continuity of ethos, all within one nurturing journey from ages 3–18 as part of the Westholme family.
We would be delighted to welcome you to visit and discover how Pre-Prep at Westholme can give your child the very best start. Please do get in touch with our Admissions Team, who will be happy to arrange a tour and answer any questions you may have.
With social and emotional readiness at the heart of everything we do, children are gently prepared for academic success through a balance of purposeful play and high-quality teaching. Specialist-led phonics, mathematics, sport, outdoor learning, swimming and the creative arts ensure that early academic and creative skills are developed in a joyful and engaging way, supported by small class sizes and exceptional pastoral care.
Our Pre-Prep children learn in bright, welcoming spaces designed to support early learning, creativity and confidence. Classrooms are thoughtfully arranged to encourage independence and purposeful play in a safe and nurturing environment.
Children also benefit from access to outstanding whole school facilities that enrich learning from an early age, including our swimming pool, recording studio, theatre, astroturf and woodland learning in Williams Wood. These inspiring spaces support specialist teaching, outdoor learning and exciting enrichment experiences that help children develop and are not usually available for children of this age.
Together, our facilities provide the perfect setting for children to grow, explore and develop a love of learning as they begin their Westholme journey.
Westholme is delighted to welcome Miss Hall into her new role as Pre-Prep Room Lead, bringing enthusiasm and a nurturing approach to the school’s youngest learners.
Miss Hall joined Westholme in 2022, initially working within the PE department. During this time, she worked across Lower Prep, Upper Prep and Seniors, building strong relationships with pupils and colleagues throughout the school. Her experience across multiple year groups has provided her with a valuable understanding of pupil development and the wider Westholme journey, making her ideally placed to support children at the very start of their education.
Taking on the role of Pre-Prep Room Lead marks an exciting new chapter for Miss Hall. She is particularly passionate about supporting children during these formative early years, helping them develop confidence and independence. With a strong belief in nurturing each child as an individual, Miss Hall is committed to creating a warm, supportive and engaging environment where children feel happy and secure.
The Pre-Prep plays a vital role in preparing children for school life, with a focus on learning through play, exploration and discovery. Miss Hall is excited to contribute to this approach, supporting school readiness while encouraging creativity, communication and a love of learning from the very beginning.