Plumtree School
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire · NG12 5ND
Plumtree is a small, family-run day prep school in Nottingham serving ages 3–11 with a personalized, nurturing approach. The school emphasises individual attention through low pupil-to-staff ratios and small classes, positioning itself as a close-knit community where children are 'known, nurtured and celebrated.' Its curriculum is described as diverse and enriched with life-enhancing opportunities, underpinned by the ROOTS values (Resilient, Original, Outstanding, Thoughtful, Supportive).
- →Small class sizes and high staff-to-pupil ratios enabling personalised education
- →Strong pastoral care ethos with emphasis on knowing each child as an individual
- →Recent ISI 'Excellent' rating (2023, 2026) and all standards met
- →Vibrant enrichment including music festivals, art projects, and diverse co-curricular offer
Who thrives here
Families seeking a supportive, relationship-based prep education where children are treated as individuals rather than processed through a large system. Suits children who thrive with close attention, creative enrichment, and a strong sense of community.
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Contact & visit
Church Hill, Plumtree
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
NG12 5ND
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Plumtree School?
Day fees at Plumtree School are approximately £11,400 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Plumtree School?
Plumtree 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 Plumtree School a boarding school?
Plumtree School is a day school in Nottingham and does not offer boarding.
What is Plumtree School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Plumtree School “Excellent” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Personalised, individual attention and knowing each child well
✓Small, close-knit community with strong pastoral care
✓Vibrant, creative enrichment (music, art, drama)
✓Low pupil-to-staff ratios enabling differentiated support
✓Strong values-based ethos (ROOTS) reflected in daily culture
Common concerns
!Very small cohort size (104 pupils across EYFS–Y6) limits peer diversity and breadth of external competition in sport/academics
!No on-site secondary provision; transition to secondary school at Y6/7 represents significant change
!Limited published detail on scholarships, bursaries and precise fee levels