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Bowdon Preparatory School aims to provide a warm, nurturing community where pupils are known, valued and encouraged to reach their potential. The Head emphasizes high academic standards, pastoral care, specialist teaching, and a broad program of sport, arts and STEM. The school highlights progression to leading senior schools and opportunities for scholarships, while inviting families to visit and engage with the community.
Kindergarten: two classes; no entrance assessment when joining in Kindergarten. Stay and Play sessions are offered. Pre-Prep (Reception, Year 1, Year 2): limited places in Reception at age 4; no specific entrance assessment. Prep (Years 3–6): formal entrance assessment and a request for a comprehensive report from the current school. Buddies are paired in Kindergarten; a typical adoptions process includes tours, tasters, and visits depending on age. For Prep, a formal entrance assessment and a current school report are requested.
Kindergarten (VAT exempt): First child £3,438; Second & subsequent children £3,094; Lunch (optional) £264; Mornings only (with lunch) £2,499; Mornings only (without lunch) £2,235. Reception – Year 6 (Fees include VAT): First child £4,056; Second & subsequent children £3,650; Lunch (optional) £264. Sibling Discount Kindergarten – Year 6: 5% discount for families with a child at Altrincham Preparatory School.
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