Woodford Green Preparatory School

About Woodford Green Preparatory School

Woodford Green Preparatory School is a independent, co-educational preparatory establishment based in Woodford Green, Redbridge.  Pupils are taught from 3 - 11 years.

Known locally as the "Red School" because of the scarlet uniforms, Woodford Green Preparatory School was founded in 1932 to provide a non- denominational Christian education for boys and girls, a tradition that has been maintained throughout our history and expansion to some 384 pupils. We aim to provide a learning environment that empowers children to reach their educational and personal potential whilst nurturing their self-confidence and self-esteem; hence our motto "Let Each Flame Burn Brighter".

We are heavily oversubscribed and highly successful with a strong and consistent emphasis on the needs of individual pupils that focuses on enabling pupils to challenge, question and develop. Our 11+ examination results speak for themselves.

Head

Miss Lisa McDonald

Our Aims:

We are committed to:

• Ensuring each child is provided with care and nurture, so that they can demonstrate kindness, honesty and good manners to others.
• Encouraging curiosity in the children's learning, seeking ways to explore their ideas.
• Promoting creativity and imaginative thinking, for children to eagerly welcome new challenges.
• Fostering a sense of pride and excellence in all areas of school life, with a commitment to always giving our best and celebrating each other's successes.

ISI Report 2023 -  rated 'excellent in all areas'

The quality of the pupils’ academic and other achievements is excellent.

• Pupils of all abilities make excellent progress over time.

• Pupils’ performance in entrance examinations to senior schools with competitive entry requirements is excellent.

• Throughout the school, pupils exhibit outstanding communication skills when writing and speaking. They are highly articulate and express themselves confidently in a range of contexts.

• Pupils’ attitudes to learning are highly positive; they demonstrate extremely good concentration and are willing to take risks with their learning.

The quality of the pupils’ personal development is excellent.

• The development of pupils’ self-knowledge, self-esteem, self-confidence, self-discipline and resilience is excellent. Pupils confidently develop in a way that suits their personalities and strengths. • Respect for diversity and cultural understanding is excellent. Pupils view the school’s diversity in a highly positive way and help create a climate of respect for all.

• The social development and collaboration of pupils is excellent. There is a profound culture of care and kindness across the whole community and relationships are warm and mutually supportive.

To see a copy of our recent 2023 ISI report can be found here:

https://www.wgprep.co.uk/373/isi-report