Ashbridge Independent School
Preston, Lancashire · PR4 4AQ
Ashbridge is a coeducational day prep school in Preston serving ages 4–11, built around a distinctive TAPESTRY curriculum emphasising outdoor learning, holistic development, and academic rigour. The school operates as part of a larger nursery-to-primary ecosystem, with four on-site or affiliated nurseries feeding into the main school. It positions itself as academically aspirational while prioritising well-rounded personal development, with extensive purpose-built facilities and a strong emphasis on outdoor education.
- →Integrated nursery-to-school pathway from 3 months through primary
- →TAPESTRY curriculum combining academics, outdoor learning, and personal development
- →State-of-the-art facilities and purpose-built outdoor learning environments
- →Holistic approach to education with emphasis on confidence-building alongside attainment
Who thrives here
Families seeking a nurturing yet academically rigorous independent prep education with strong outdoor learning emphasis; particularly suited to parents who value the continuity of early years transition into school and desire a non-selective, broad-based primary.
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Contact & visit
Lindle Lane, Hutton
Preston, Lancashire
PR4 4AQ
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Ashbridge Independent School?
Day fees at Ashbridge Independent School are approximately £10,500 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Ashbridge Independent School?
Ashbridge Independent School admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Ashbridge Independent School a boarding school?
Ashbridge Independent School is a day school in Preston and does not offer boarding.
What is Ashbridge Independent School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Ashbridge Independent School “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Holistic, well-rounded approach to child development
✓Strong emphasis on outdoor learning and experiential education
✓Purpose-built, high-quality facilities
✓Supportive, nurturing pastoral environment
✓Good transition pathway from integrated nurseries
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted-inspected (ISI reports available but no external regulatory inspection on record)
!Limited local reputation outside Preston area
!Fees structure and competitiveness not clearly communicated on website