Woodford Green, United Kingdom Day only · Co-ed Age range 7–11 270 pupils Founded 1889Bancroft's Preparatory School
Bancroft's Preparatory School offers a nurturing environment where young minds are encouraged to explore their potential. With a strong emphasis on academi...
About Bancroft's Preparatory School
A warm welcome to Bancroft's. We are a long-established 7-18 independent school with an excellent reputation for academic success within a holistic and nurturing educational framework. At home on a magnificent greenfield site in Woodford since 1889, but still connected to inner London by the Central Line and our own bus network, we remain committed to welcoming girls and boys from a wide range of backgrounds to enjoy an excellent education as members of our warm, vibrant and supportive Bancroft’s School community.
Bancroft's School is registered as a company in England & Wales, No 3513962; registered charity No. 1068532
We are proudly devoted to scholarship and intellectual inquiry, and we believe that each child will truly flourish by combining academic endeavour with enthusiastic engagement in the wide range of co-curricular opportunities that we provide, while being supported and nurtured by our first-class pastoral care.
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Pupil breakdown
- Boys
- 139 (51%)
- Girls
- 131 (49%)
- SEN support
- 8 (3.0%)
Frequently asked questions
What type of school is Bancroft's Preparatory School?
Bancroft's Preparatory School is a co-educational independent mainstream school for pupils aged 7 to 11, located near Woodford Green in Essex. The school offers education from Pre-Prep through to Prep.
How do I apply to Bancroft's Preparatory School?
Most families apply to Bancroft's Preparatory School 1–2 years before entry, with a process that can include tests, interviews and school reports. See the private school admissions timeline for when to apply and what to expect. https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
What are the fees at Bancroft's Preparatory School?
Fees for Bancroft's Preparatory School vary by year group, with typical termly costs around £8,427.
Is Bancroft's Preparatory School a day or boarding school?
Bancroft's Preparatory School is a day school.
Is Bancroft's Preparatory School selective?
Admissions to Bancroft's Preparatory School are selective, with entry based on overall fit and, where relevant, academic assessment.