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A special thanks to our judging panel and consultants, including Sophie Oakes of Oakes Education and Louise Hitchen of 134marketing for their contributions.  \nCothill cricketers  \nBest of the best  \nGreat city prep  \n\n| Francis Holland Prep\u003Cbr>Set in the historic Chelsea Library just off London’s King’s Road, Francis Holland Prepo􀀞ers true city preparation. Weekly visits to the world-class Science Museum, the V&A and the Natural History Museum build pupils’ cultural literacy and confidence in professional metropolitan spaces. Its central location also gives children an outstanding programme of visiting speakers and workshops, from finance and fashion professionals to drama specialists, partner charities and even sessions with the London Metropolitan Police. Beyond lessons, children can take part in more than 80 clubs, the Foresters outdoor learning programme and hands-on charitable initiatives. A recent highlight was Chelsea in Bloom when the whole school transformed recycled uniforms into an amazing RHS Gold Award-winning floral display.\u003Cbr>[francishollandprep.org.uk](francishollandprep.org.uk)\u003Cbr>[Other contenders:](Other contenders:)\u003Cbr>New College School, Oxford\u003Cbr>Brighton College Prep, Kensington |\n| --- |\n| \u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>Brighton College Prep School |\n| Great for early years |\n\nBrighton College Prep School  \nLearning is brought to life at this seaside prep school through a rich programme. Children benefit from specialist teaching in French, Mandarin, sport, art, drama, dance and music, with plenty of hands-on experiences. Nursery highlights include creating British bird artwork, meeting Henry the Hedgehog from the local animal rescue centre, making bird-food balls and calming mindfulness sessions with Coco the therapy dog. Reception children explore the prehistoric world through Jaws, Claws & Dinosaurs – featuring a visit from Jam the T-Rex – and Dinosaur Day dress-up. Beach School allows children to explore while also learning. Whether practising mini-Pilates or taking part in beach cleans, children learn self-care and environmental responsibility at a young age.  \n[brightoncollege.org.uk](brightoncollege.org.uk)⁄prep-school  \nOther contenders:  \nBilton Grange Prep School  \nNotting Hill & Ealing High School, GDST  \nFrancis Holland Prep  \nGreat for innovation  \nArdingly Prep  \nArdingly Prep’s goal is to equip children with skills to thrive at senior school and beyond. The annual Enterprise and Employability festival combines workshops, trips, external speakers and entrepreneurial skills workshops, to explain how successful businesses are built. Its Discovering My World programme develops life skills such as budgeting and financial management, alongside entrepreneurial capabilities that cannot be replaced by AI. From Year 3, children enter Dragon’s Den, creating business plans and pitching to an external parent and alumni panel. In the £50 Business Challenge, Years 5 to 6 launch small ventures to grow seed capital. All year groups complete the award-winning Solar vehicle challenge, recently boosted by a solar-powered STEM double-decker bus.  \n[ardingly.com](ardingly.com)⁄prep  \nOther contenders:  \nBelhaven Hill School  \nDorset House Prep School  \nBest for pastoral care  Francis Holland Prep  \nThis London girls’ school prides itself on its warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe and valued, and happily run (or scoot!) into school each day. Outstanding pastoral care is delivered through high sta􀀞-to-pupil ratios, an integrated well-being programme and specialist-led personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education. Weekly PSHE lessons provide a trusted space for children to explore ","cbCaietztpk8Gv28","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaietztpk8Gv28","pdf",3134427,"English","# Schools Guide\n## Francis Holland Prep\n## Brighton College Prep School\n## Ardingly Prep\n## Best for pastoral care - Francis Holland Prep","[{\"question\":\"What makes Francis Holland Prep stand out in the guide?\",\"answer\":\"It emphasizes city preparation through weekly visits to major museums, visiting speakers and workshops, plus more than 80 clubs and outdoor learning, including charitable initiatives. 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