King Edward VI Preparatory School
Set in Romsey, Hampshire, King Edward VI Preparatory School is a small independent day school taking boys and girls from the early years at age three through to 13. With around 269 pupils on roll, it offers an intimate setting where children are likely to be well known to staff. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school 'excellent' for both the quality of pupils' achievements and their personal development, and confirmed that all regulatory standards are met. Led by Mrs Rebecca Smith, it provides a clear preparation route, with formal 11+ entry available for families considering the next stage.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 6 February 2024
Teaching & academics
The ISI's top grade of 'excellent' across academic achievement signals consistently strong outcomes for a school of this size. Around 15 per cent of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting the school is set up to identify and assist a meaningful number of children with additional needs. The combination of an excellent personal development judgement and full compliance points to a settled, well-run environment.
Head · Mrs Rebecca Smith
Beyond the classroom
Sport is varied for a small prep, ranging from football, cricket and tennis to swimming and riding. The inclusion of riding alongside more familiar team games gives the programme an unusual breadth.
Main sports
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 14.86%
- EHC plans
- 0.36%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £13,080 - £21,681
Schools nearby
Brook School
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Embley Prep
Romsey, South East
Embley
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Sherborne House School
Eastleigh, South East
King Edward VI School
Southampton, South East
GLADE School
South East
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A small, well-regarded prep school with ISI 'excellent' marks across the board and a clear 11+ pathway. Best suited to families wanting a close-knit setting from the early years through to 13.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.