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The Study Preparatory School[1]

Independent · ages 4–11

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Headline results

No headline results are published for this school in the latest two years.

Results

No published data for this school.

Ofsted

Inspected by
Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI)[2]

Inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), not Ofsted. ISI publishes its reports on its own website (isi.net), not as open data, so they aren't shown here.

Competition to get in

Admissions

Sibling priority
Yes, provided a place is available and the admissions process and relevant deadlines have been met. 2026-10-14[3]
Sibling policy
Do siblings automatically get a place? Yes, provided a place is available and the admissions process and relevant deadlines have been met. 2026-10-14[3]

Character & practicalities

Type
Other independent school[1]
Ages
4–11[1]
Boys / girls
Girls[1]
Admissions
Non-selective[1]
Sixth form
No[1]
Boarding
No boarders[1]
Capacity
336[1]
Local authority
Merton[1]
Website
www.thestudyprep.co.uk[1]
Nursery classes
No Nursery Classes[2]
Special classes
No Special Classes[2]
Section 41 (can be named in an EHC plan)
Not approved[2]
District
Merton[4]
Postcode
SW19 4UN[1]
URN
102689[1]

School details as recorded in Get Information About Schools on 14 Oct 2026.

Pupils

Number on roll
303 2024/25[5]
SEN support
14.2% 2024/25[5]
EHC plan
0.3% 2024/25[5]
Free school meals in the last 6 years
0% 2024/25[5]

Practicalities

Admissions contact
The school provides an email address for admissions inquiries, but no phone number is stated. 2026-10-14[6]
Bursaries
'Means-tested bursary scheme, which provides for any amount up to 100% of fees.' Application reviewed by independent bursary consultants who meet parents and report; Finance Committee sets level based on available places, funding and assessment. Contact bursar. Threshold, deadline, entry points not stated. 2026-10-14[7]
Sibling discount
10% where three or more children attend 2026-10-14[3]
English as an additional language
107 2024-03-07[8]
Occasional places
The school has occasional places available in Years 1 to 6, and parents are encouraged to contact the admissions team to check availability. 2026-10-14[6]
SEND provision
51 2024-03-07[8]

Routes to senior schools

Assured place at 11+: GDST senior schools (e.g. Wimbledon High, Putney High, Sutton High, Croydon High)
assured place at a GDST school, not a chosen one; details probably mirror Kensington Prep's (assured if 3+ GDST London schools chosen) but the Study's terms are not yet published For girls starting senior school in September 2027, the introduction of the GDST 11+ pathway will offer an assured place at a GDST school and the prospect of a through, all-girls education. 2026-10-14[9]

In the inspectors' and the school's words

Academic
Pupils’ attainment in English and mathematics is above the national average Pupils are confident and competent in the application of their numeracy skills through an emphasis on complex problem-solving.[8]
Warmth
The warm and positive relationships displayed between pupils and staff create an environment where pupils can take risks in their learning[8]
Pastoral care
a wide range of effective pastoral support mechanisms such as friendship support groups, access to counsellors, different types of therapy Pastoral leads implement a highly effective support network among the pupil body[8]
Behaviour
Pupils’ behaviour is highly positive. Staff provide a calm learning environment in lessons and activities[8]
Learning support
As a result of comprehensive pupil support plans and effective teaching, pupils who have SEND make good progress. effective support for pupils through the deployment of specialist teachers on both sites.[8]
Enrichment
The school implement an appropriate extra-curricular programme offering pupils the opportunity to take part in physical, creative and thinking activities[8]
Pupil voice
Staff oversee an active school council who meet weekly to impact positively on the running of the school. Pupils actively contribute towards the formulation of the school rules[8]
Independence
Staff create a positive learning environment that allows pupils to take risks in their learning, developing resilience and self-confidence.[8]
Collaboration
Teaching encourages peer collaboration in lessons which draws out pupils’ subject understanding.[8]
Structure
Leaders and staff have high expectation of pupils’ behaviour. they promote the positive actions of pupils through the celebration assemblies, house points and circle time.[8]
Diversity
English is an additional language for 107 pupils. Initiatives such as diversity week, discussions on different religions, and events to celebrate occasions such as International Women’s Day further celebrate diversity[8]
Sport
Older pupils represent the school in inter-school fixtures and tournaments. Pupils show much enthusiasm to participate in different sporting activities[8]
Performing arts
Pupils actively engage in the creative arts and develop their self-confidence through the extensive opportunities provided to perform. Pupils achieve a high level of success in external music examinations and scholarships to senior schools.[8]
Visual arts
Pupils exhibit secure skills and knowledge in design and technology, and art.[8]

Sources

  1. Department for Education: Get Information About Schools: all establishments. Period 2026-10-14, published 2026-10-14. Publication page. Data file. Licence: OGL-3.0.
  2. Department for Education: Get Information About Schools: all establishments (independent schools' inspectorate and provision). Period 2026-10-17, published 2026-10-17. Publication page. Data file. Licence: OGL-3.0.
  3. thestudyprep.co.uk: thestudyprep.co.uk — Admissions faqs. Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quotes (3)
    Yes, provided a place is available and the admissions process and relevant deadlines have been met. (p. 1)
    Do siblings automatically get a place? Yes, provided a place is available and the admissions process and relevant deadlines have been met. (p. 1)
    Yes, we offer a 10% discount where three or more children attend the school. (p. 1)
  4. Office for National Statistics: Parish to Ward to Local Authority District (May 2026) Lookup in EW. Period 2026-05-01. Publication page. Data file. Licence: OGL-3.0.
  5. Department for Education: Compare School Performance download: School census. Period 2024/25, final. Publication page. Data file. Licence: OGL-3.0.
  6. thestudyprep.co.uk: thestudyprep.co.uk — Process. Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quotes (3)
    If you're interested in an occasional place, please do get in touch to find out about availability - fill in our contact form above or send an email to admissions@thestudyprep.co.uk (p. 1)
    Either fill in our contact form below or send an email to admissions@thestudyprep.co.uk. (p. 1)
    We do have places available in Years 1 to 6 from time to time. (p. 1)
  7. thestudyprep.co.uk: thestudyprep.co.uk — Our fees. Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quotes (3)
    The Study operates a means-tested bursary scheme, which provides for any amount up to 100% of fees for pupils. The process is as follows: (p. 1)
    Parents complete an application, which is reviewed by The Study's independent bursary consultants (p. 1)
    The level of bursary is decided by the Finance Committee having regard for the availability of places, the funding required and the consultants' report. (p. 1)
  8. thestudyprep.co.uk: thestudyprep.co.uk — Preparatory ISI Report 2024 (PDF). Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quotes (25)
    English is an additional language for 107 pupils. (p. 14)
    The school has identified 51 pupils as having special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). No pupil in the school has an education, health and care (EHC) plan. (p. 14)
    Older pupils represent the school in inter-school fixtures and tournaments (p. 8)
    Pupils show much enthusiasm to participate in different sporting activities (p. 8)
    The warm and positive relationships displayed between pupils and staff create an environment where pupils can take risks in their learning (p. 8)
    Pupils' attainment in English and mathematics is above the national average (p. 3)
    Pupils are confident and competent in the application of their numeracy skills through an emphasis on complex problem-solving (p. 6)
    a wide range of effective pastoral support mechanisms such as friendship support groups, access to counsellors, different types of therapy (p. 8)
    Pastoral leads implement a highly effective support network among the pupil body (p. 8)
    Pupils' behaviour is highly positive (p. 3)
    Staff provide a calm learning environment in lessons and activities (p. 8)
    English is an additional language for 107 pupils (p. 14)
    Initiatives such as diversity week, discussions on different religions, and events to celebrate occasions such as International Women's Day further celebrate diversity (p. 10)
    Leaders and staff have high expectation of pupils' behaviour (p. 8)
    they promote the positive actions of pupils through the celebration assemblies, house points and circle time (p. 8)
    The school implement an appropriate extra-curricular programme offering pupils the opportunity to take part in physical, creative and thinking activities (p. 7)
    Staff oversee an active school council who meet weekly to impact positively on the running of the school (p. 10)
    Pupils actively contribute towards the formulation of the school rules (p. 10)
    Pupils exhibit secure skills and knowledge in design and technology, and art (p. 6)
    Staff create a positive learning environment that allows pupils to take risks in their learning, developing resilience and self-confidence (p. 3)
    Teaching encourages peer collaboration in lessons which draws out pupils' subject understanding (p. 6)
    Pupils actively engage in the creative arts and develop their self-confidence through the extensive opportunities provided to perform (p. 7)
    Pupils achieve a high level of success in external music examinations and scholarships to senior schools (p. 7)
    As a result of comprehensive pupil support plans and effective teaching, pupils who have SEND make good progress (p. 7)
    effective support for pupils through the deployment of specialist teachers on both sites (p. 6)
  9. thestudyprep.co.uk: thestudyprep.co.uk — A shared future in girls education. Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quote
    For girls starting senior school in September 2027, the introduction of the GDST 11+ pathway will offer an assured place at a GDST school and the prospect of a through, all-girls education (p. 1)