Lorenden Preparatory School
School summary
With just 106 pupils spanning ages three to eleven, Lorenden Preparatory School is a notably small, intimate setting where children are likely to be known as individuals. This independent, co-educational prep school in Kent has no religious affiliation and does not offer boarding. At its most recent inspection, the Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded the school its highest grade of "excellent", with compliance requirements fully met. The school is led by Head Mr Richard McIntosh.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 11 January 2024
Teaching & academics
The ISI judged Lorenden "excellent", its top rating, an outcome that points to strong teaching and pupil achievement across the prep years. With a small roll, classes are likely to be modest in size, allowing close attention as children are prepared for the move to senior schools at eleven.
Head · Mr Richard McIntosh
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
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