Carleton House Preparatory School

SEND or medical information is considered in admissions to plan reasonable adjustments

“Any SEND or medical information provided, enabling the school to consider and plan for reasonable adjustments.”

School emphasizes a family-like atmosphere where every student is known and valued.

“At Carleton House, we are proud of our family-like atmosphere and small school environment, where every student is known and valued.”

Rich academic and pastoral curriculum with strong emphasis on creativity, independence and love of learning

“A rich academic and pastoral curriculum with a strong emphasis on creativity, independence and love of learning produces well rounded, articulate and confident young people who strive not only for their own benefit but for that of others.”

Class sizes limited to a maximum of 24 pupils from Reception to Year 6

“Class sizes from Reception to Year 6 are limited to a maximum of 24 pupils, ensuring every child receives individual attention and support.”

Year 1 and Year 2 class sizes are capped at a maximum of 23 pupils, with both a class teacher and teaching assistant per class.

“Each Year 1 and Year 2 class benefits from the expertise of both a class teacher and a teaching assistant, with class sizes limited to a maximum of 23 pupils.”

Pupils can join a range of clubs before, during, and after school.

“Pupils can join various clubs before school, during lunchtime, and after school, including Art Club, Music Club, Drama Club, and Sporting Clubs.”

Pupils in Years 3-6 take part in residential trips fostering independence and teamwork.

“From Year 3 to Year 6, pupils participate in enriching residential trips that foster independence, teamwork, and practical learning experiences.”

School describes itself as an inclusive Catholic school welcoming all denominations of pupils aged 3-11

“We are an inclusive Catholic school committed to our faith, welcoming all denominations of girls and boys aged 3-11.”

School motto emphasizes aspiration and achievement for every child

“Our school motto, 'They can because they think they can' reflects the aspirations and achievements of every child who comes to us.”

School holds an open morning for prospective families

“Our next open morning will be held on Saturday 7th November 2026 from 10am to 12noon .”

ISI June 2025 inspection highlighted exceptional quality of education and personal development

“Our most recent external Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) inspection in June 2025 highlighted the exceptional quality of education and personal development at Carleton House”

School claims consistently outstanding results in national and entrance examinations

“as evidenced in our consistently outstanding results both in national examinations and entrance examinations”