Willington School
Willington Prep is a co-educational school for children aged 3 to 11, dedicated to providing an exceptional childhood rich with opportunities and experiences.
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Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Merton for ages 3–11. Selective entry.
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
About the head
“Kindness, honesty, respect, and humility”
To cherish and elevate every moment of childhood, nurturing confident, compassionate, and culturally aware individuals through kindness, honesty, respect, and humility.
Distinctive features
Co-educational 3-11
Family-oriented environment
Celebration of childhood
Multinational, multi-faith and multi-talented pupils
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
academic club
other
Facilities
academic
Recent coverage
Willington Prep, celebrating 140 years in 2025, continues to thrive as a co-educational school for ages 3 to 11 since embracing co-education in 2020. In 2026, the school achieved notable success with its Year 5 team winning first place in the Maths Wizard Competition among 20 local prep schools. Additionally, Year 6 pupils led a successful Summer Fair as part of their Extended Project, showcasing skills across multiple disciplines while raising funds for Outward Bound UK. The school also hosted a memorable music workshop with the Orpheus Sinfonia, enhancing its commitment to creativity and performing arts.
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 31 Mar 2026 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Talks & tasters
| Sat, 14 Nov 2026 | Open Morning | Open Morning |
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Excerpts
“While some independent schools choose to sit SATs, they are not required to do so and the UK government does not collect or publish their results.”
Latest resultsThis is an independent school and therefore does not have Key Stage 2 SATs results. While some independent schools choose to sit SATs, they are not required to do so and the UK government does not collect or publish their results. Find out more.
A clear mobile phone policy is a really important part of modern schooling. This school has provided us with their policy.
House system
Pupils are organised into houses for pastoral and competitive life.
Inspection
Isi — 7 Mar 2023
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025/26
Policies & documents
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about Willington School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Willington School best for?+
Independent co-ed prep school in Merton for ages 3–11. Selective entry.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
2 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@willingtonschool.co.uk or phone on 020 8971 0452. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Willington School — see the "Schools like Willington School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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