St Michael's Prep School
Otford · TN14 5RY
Pupils
484
Day fees
£19k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
St Michael's is a coeducational day prep school in Otford, Kent, serving ages 2–13 with a warm, family-oriented ethos emphasizing 'the joy and wonder of learning.' The school integrates early years (nursery from age 2) through to Year 8, with forest school sessions, structured transition pathways, and a stated commitment to knowing each child as a unique individual. Not yet inspected by Ofsted, the school operates with 484 pupils across a broad age range and offers wrap-around care and specialist provision including swimming and a school of sport.
- →Continuous pastoral care and strong individual attention from age 2 through Year 8, with a stated philosophy that children are 'known, valued and loved'
- →All-through prep model allows smooth transitions and early establishment of learning foundations through forest school and play-based early years
- →Specialist facilities including 25m swimming pool and dedicated sports programme, plus wrap-around care for working families
Who thrives here
Families seeking a nurturing, holistic prep education with strong pastoral foundations and continuity from nursery through to secondary transition; pupils who benefit from smaller-scale, relationship-based learning environments and outdoor exploration.
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Contact & visit
St Michael's Preparatory School, Otford Court, Row Dow
Otford
TN14 5RY
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at St Michael's Prep School?
Day fees at St Michael's Prep School are approximately £18,600 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into St Michael's Prep School?
St Michael's Prep 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 St Michael's Prep School a boarding school?
St Michael's Prep School is a day school in Otford and does not offer boarding.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Warm, individualized pastoral care with strong relationship focus
✓Integrated outdoor learning and forest school providing joyful, nature-based education
✓All-through model allowing smooth continuity and strong transitions from age 2
Common concerns
!No Ofsted inspection yet; parents may lack independent external validation of teaching quality and safeguarding