Dean Close Preparatory School is an international school in Cheltenham, United Kingdom. Founded in 1949. It serves 446 students for students aged 2–14.
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Scholarships Available
Foundation, Academic, Art, Drama and Sports scholarships at 11+. School also educates the Choristers of Schola Cantorum who sing Evensong at Tewkesbury Abbey.
Means-tested bursaries are available. Contact the school admissions office for details.
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
Dean Close Preparatory School meets all Independent School Standards across all areas inspected. The school provides a highly supportive and open ethos with high-quality teaching that enables pupils to make good progress, supported by skilful assessment and an engaging curriculum. Leaders have implemented a comprehensive future skills programme focusing on developing pupils' collaborative skills, critical thinking, communication, creativity, and compassion.
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About
Dean Close Preparatory School is a flourishing co-educational school sharing campus facilities with Dean Close School, renowned for its family feel and warm welcoming atmosphere. The school offers excellent facilities including a 25m swimming pool, 550-seat theatre, and extensive playing fields, with strong emphasis on pastoral care, academic achievement, and broad extracurricular experience for pupils aged 7-13.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
- Family feel and welcoming atmosphere
- Shared facilities with senior school
- Excellent sports and arts facilities
- Strong pastoral care
- House system with Georgian boarding houses
- Scholarships in academic, creative and sports areas
Student Life
Three elegant Georgian boarding houses organized by gender and age
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent
Church of England/Evangelical