What do children need from their education today?

Primary school is where they begin to discover their passions, build foundations for their future and find enjoyment in their learning. Alongside academic achievement, developing skills such as creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving is vital, and our innovative approach at St Edward’s Prep supports every child to be future-ready.

Join us for a morning during our Discovery Week for Years 1 to 6 and experience the exciting opportunities and value we offer.

Are you interested in Nursery or Reception? Find out more about our March Taster Events at the bottom of this page.

Join our Discovery Week

MONDAY 16 – FRIDAY 20 MARCH

Families are invited to spend a morning with us during Discovery Week to:

• Join in with a session full of interactive digital, STEM and creative activities, led by our pupils and specialist teaching staff.
• Have a taster lesson in class for your child, where they can experience our future-focused curriculum.
• Meet our Headteacher and explore our specialist facilities.
• Have lunch provided for your child as they get to know our friendly and welcoming community.

We can’t wait to welcome you and show you more. Click the button below to register your interest and our friendly admissions team will be in touch to confirm your booking.

About St Edward’s Prep

St Edward’s Prep School and Nursery is a friendly, welcoming school with a passion for discovery. Based in Reading, we provide children aged 2 to 11 with an exciting, future-ready curriculum and excellent teachers who give them a lifelong love for learning and challenge them to be the very best they can be. We put enjoyment at the heart of our education and are committed to giving all children their moment to shine.

The things that make us different

Small class sizes: every child is known, supported and challenged to reach their potential.

Little Griffins Nursery: inspiring confidence, curiosity and a love of learning.  

Thriving Reception class: a creative approach to starting learning in earnest.

Wrap-around care: from 7.45am – 6pm, including lots of extra-curricular clubs and activities.

Innovative and inspiring curriculum: connecting children’s learning to the world around them.

Inspirational subject-specialist teachers: building in-depth knowledge.

Digital learning: ensuring children have the skills they need for the future.

Excellent technology, sports, arts and outdoor learning: amazing opportunities across the curriculum and beyond.

Supportive exam preparation programme: helping children sit entrance exams with confidence.

Excellent outcomes: successful entry to both grammar and independent senior schools.

Friendly door-to-door bus service: serving the surrounding area.

“A school that has delivered real improvement for my child.” – Current Parent, 2025

Early Years events at St Edward’s Prep

If you are interested in our Nursery or Reception classes, we have taster mornings in March, providing an opportunity for you to spend time in the classroom with your child and learn more about our approach to Early Years education. Click the button below to find out more.