Ursuline Preparatory School
Brentwood, Essex · CM13 3HR
Ursuline Preparatory School is a small, Catholic independent prep school in Warley, Brentwood, rooted in the Ursuline tradition of educating the whole child within a faith-centred community. Named Sunday Times Independent Preparatory School of the Year 2021 by Parent Power, it punches well above its size in academic achievement and pastoral warmth. With just 164 pupils across Nursery to Year 6, the school offers an intimate, nurturing environment where Catholic values of inclusion, kindness and service underpin everyday school life.
- →Recognised as Sunday Times Prep School of the Year 2021, offering independent validation of quality
- →Strong Catholic ethos with genuine inclusion — praised by the Diocese of Brentwood for welcoming pupils of all abilities and backgrounds
- →Small school size means every child is known individually and pastoral care is highly personalised
- →ISI-rated 'excellent' for academic achievement and pupils' personal development
Who thrives here
Children who thrive in a close-knit, faith-based community where academic ambition is balanced with kindness and care for others. Particularly well-suited to families seeking a Catholic prep with a genuine commitment to inclusion and individual progress.
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Contact & visit
Great Ropers Lane,, Brentwood, Essex
Brentwood, Essex
CM13 3HR
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Ursuline Preparatory School?
Day fees at Ursuline Preparatory School are approximately £16,395 per year (2026/27).
How do you get into Ursuline Preparatory School?
Ursuline 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 Ursuline Preparatory School a boarding school?
Ursuline Preparatory School is a day school in Brentwood and does not offer boarding.
What is Ursuline Preparatory School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Ursuline Preparatory School “Excellent” (2019).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Exceptionally warm and caring atmosphere where every child is known and valued
✓Strong Catholic faith life that is genuine and inclusive rather than exclusive
✓High academic standards achieved without pressure — children are happy and motivated
✓Excellent communication and accessibility of staff including the Head Teacher
✓National recognition (Sunday Times 2021) gives parents confidence in the school's quality
Common concerns
!Small school means limited breadth of sports fixtures, specialist facilities and extra-curricular variety compared to larger preps
!Fees information not publicly listed, which can create uncertainty for prospective families
!No Ofsted inspection on record, so formal external quality assurance relies solely on ISI and diocesan reports