Oakfields Preparatory School
Upminster, Essex · RM14 2YG
Oakfields is a day-only prep school in Upminster serving ages 2½–11 with a stated commitment to personalised learning through small class sizes and a 'dream big' ethos. The school emphasises character development alongside academic achievement, with sustainability integrated into daily life. It positions itself as a feeder to selective senior schools in the region, guided by Headteacher Matthew Booth.
- →Small class sizes enabling individualised attention and tailored learning pathways
- →Strong track record securing places at top senior schools for leavers
- →Integrated pastoral care and wellbeing focus alongside academic rigour
- →Breadth of co-curricular offer including sport, music, drama, and sustainability initiatives
Who thrives here
Curious, moderately ambitious pupils who respond well to personalised attention and benefit from a nurturing, close-knit community. Families seeking a pre-prep and prep continuum without boarding.
Strengths at a glance
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At a glance
Contact & visit
Harwood Hall, Harwood Hall Lane, Corbets Tey
Upminster, Essex
RM14 2YG
Nearest stations
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Oakfields Preparatory School?
Day fees at Oakfields Preparatory School are approximately £18,000 per year (2026/27).
How do you get into Oakfields Preparatory School?
Oakfields Preparatory School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Oakfields Preparatory School a boarding school?
Oakfields Preparatory School is a day school in Upminster and does not offer boarding.
What is Oakfields Preparatory School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Oakfields Preparatory School “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Small class sizes and individualised attention
✓Strong pastoral care and wellbeing ethos
✓Effective progression to selective senior schools
✓Broad, balanced curriculum with emphasis on character development
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted-inspected, so no independent inspection data available to families
!Limited publicly available detail on facilities, SEND provision, or co-curricular specifics