Radlett Preparatory School Ltd
Herts · WD7 7LY
Radlett Preparatory School is a coeducational day prep serving ages 4–11 in Hertfordshire with a stated emphasis on 'family feel' and balanced nurture alongside academic excellence. The school occupies 14 acres including woodland and serves 307 pupils across EYFS through Upper School. It reports a 75% grammar school pass rate and has placed 43 pupils into senior school scholarships, positioning itself as academically ambitious yet child-centred.
- →Strong grammar school outcomes (75% pass rate) and scholarship success without apparent excessive pressure
- →Intimate, family-oriented ethos in a 307-pupil setting emphasising individual recognition and emotional wellbeing
- →Generous green space (14 acres), outdoor education curriculum, and woodland provision rare among suburban preps
Who thrives here
Pupils who respond well to personalised attention and thrive in smaller, nurturing communities; families valuing balanced development (academic, social, emotional) over relentless academic intensity. Well-suited to children entering at 4+ or 7+ who settle into a continuous, progressive environment.
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At a glance
Contact & visit
Kendal Hall, Watling Street, Radlett
Herts
WD7 7LY
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Radlett Preparatory School Ltd?
Day fees at Radlett Preparatory School Ltd are approximately £17,634 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Radlett Preparatory School Ltd?
Radlett Preparatory School Ltd 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 Radlett Preparatory School Ltd a boarding school?
Radlett Preparatory School Ltd is a day school in Herts and does not offer boarding.
What is Radlett Preparatory School Ltd's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Radlett Preparatory School Ltd “Good” (2019).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Family ethos and approachable community; happiness evident in pupils
✓Individual recognition: school nurtures each child's unique strengths and abilities
✓Strong pastoral care and emotional wellbehaviour; children described as well-behaved, independent, and resilient for senior school transition
✓Effective foundation for diverse senior school pathways without excessive academic pressure
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted-inspected; limited independent external validation of claims
!Fee structure not publicly stated, limiting transparency on value proposition