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St Andrew’s Prep inspires modern minds

We aim to prepare our children for this fast-changing world by giving them lifelong-learning skills alongside leadership, enterprise and teamwork opportunities.

We try to stimulate the imagination, creativity and inventiveness of every pupil while equipping them with the essential qualities of self-discipline, resilience, honesty, kindness and compassion.

St Andrew’s Prep from the Air

Headmaster’s Welcome

Sport at St Andrew’s Prep

The St Andrew’s Prep Boarding House

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Unique Location

Nestled at the foot of the rolling South Downs and just a just a five minute walk to the sea, we have nature on our front door and offer unique Forest and Beach Schools – both providing opportunities to complement classroom study and outdoor learning.

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“Every teacher enjoys what they teach and we enjoy what we learn. The outdoor space in amazing.”

James, Year 7

“I made friends so quickly when I started at the school. The teachers and pupils really made me so welcome. I’ve especially enjoyed the many musical opportunities.”

Ed, Year 6

“The Housemaster and teachers teach us how to be ourselves and to live with our friends from all over the world. I have learnt so much about the cultures of other countries.”

Yan, Year 8 boarder

“Our whole family was made so welcome when our sons joined the school. This is a real community.”

Parent of Year 8 and Year 6 children

What's On

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St Andrew’s Prep in Top 50 Cricket Prep Schools for third consecutive year
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St Andrew’s Prep named finalist in 2020 Independent School of the Year Awards
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St Andrew’s shortlisted for 2020 Independent School of the Year award
View all news 06 Jul

A surprise thank you song from our pupils to their teachers

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raised by the Friends at last year’s summer ball which was split between Cystic Fibrosis UK and worthy projects around the school.

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