PrepCo-educationalBoardingISI · Excellent
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Beaudesert Park School

Stroud, Gloucestershire · GL6 9AF

Pupils

397

Day fees

£27k

Inspection

Excellent

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Beaudesert Park is a co-educational day and boarding prep school set on an expansive Cotswolds estate, serving pupils aged 3–13. The school emphasises outdoor learning, nature immersion, and childhood enjoyment alongside structured academics, with substantial woodland and grounds enabling forest school and environmental education. Children can board flexibly from Year 4, and the school positions itself as a developmentally grounded, holistic alternative to academically pressurised prep culture.

  • Extensive grounds and forest school ethos offering outdoor learning and nature immersion
  • Flexible weekly and flexi-boarding options from Year 4, with emphasis on wellbeing and pastoral care
  • Balanced academics combined with strong co-curricular provision in sport, music, drama, and equestrian activities
  • Small, family-like community feel with pastoral focus rather than league-table-driven ethos

Who thrives here

Pupils who thrive in nature-based, outdoor-focused learning environments and families seeking a less academically intense prep school culture. Children who benefit from flexible boarding and those with creative, sporty, or outdoor interests will flourish here.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSports50th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeing100th pct

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typePrep · Boarding
Founded1908
Number of pupils397
Day pupils307
Boarders143
Pupils with SEND61
Age range3–13
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£27.4k/yr
Boarding fees£33k/yr
Settingrural
LocationLocated in Stroud, Gloucestershire, with rail access via the Stonehouse/Stroud stations on the Great Western Main Line. School provides organised transport.

Contact & visit

Minchinhampton

Stroud, Gloucestershire

GL6 9AF

www.beaudesert.gloucs.sch.uk
01453832072
Mr C D Searson, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Stroud8 min
Stonehouse12 min

Recent investment

Performing Arts Centre
Expanded equestrian facilities

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Beaudesert Park School?

Day fees at Beaudesert Park School are approximately £27,420 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.

How do you get into Beaudesert Park School?

Beaudesert Park School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

Is Beaudesert Park School a boarding school?

Beaudesert Park School offers boarding as well as day places.

What is Beaudesert Park School's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated Beaudesert Park School “Excellent” (2017).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Happy, settled children who enjoy coming to school

Nature-based, outdoor-learning ethos that supports healthy development and engagement

Flexible boarding provision allowing families to balance school and home life

Strong pastoral care and wellbeing focus

Broad co-curricular programme with excellent sport, music, and equestrian facilities

Small, family atmosphere with accessible staff and leadership

Common concerns

!Not yet Ofsted-inspected, limiting independent external validation of quality and safeguarding

!Limited published data on senior school destinations and entrance outcomes

!Fewer league-table metrics and competitive entrance coaching may concern families pursuing selective senior schools