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Edge Grove Preparatory School

Independent school · Aldenham Village, WD25 8NL
  • Primary/prep
  • Co-ed
  • Ages 3-13
  • From £18,930 pa
  • 493 pupils
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Edge Grove’s strapline is ‘Integrity, independence and inspiration’ and we found the school lives up to its words. This is a friendly, dynamic and thriving prep, looking to the future in good heart. A very attractive option for local and north London families.

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Overview & data

Pupil numbers
493 ·
Religion
None
Fees
£18,930 - £25,338 pa
Local authority
Hertfordshire County Council
Area guides

Headteacher

Headmaster

Richard Stanley

Since 2024, Richard Stanley. Born and raised in South Africa, where he lived until 2022 when he emigrated with his wife, Lucinda, to be closer to their three adult children who all live and work in England. BA (Ed) from Wits University, LDP from Wits

Entrance

Into the popular nursery at rising 3 following an informal assessment via play and learning activities. Vast majority (all but three in the year we reviewed the school) move up to reception at the main school. Reception is the next key entry point,

Open days
3rd October 2025

Exit

Around half of the boys and the majority of girls (although this does fluctuate) leave at the end of year 6 for independents including St Albans High, St Margaret’s (the two favourites in 2025), Aldenham and St Albans Boys, as well as selective (or

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Learning support & SEN

0.76 %
Students with a SEN EHCP
20.45 %
Students with SEN support

Pupils

493
Number of pupils

Money matters

Bursaries available for current families who experience a change in circumstances and to new families from year 3. Scholarships into years 7 and 8 (internal and external), which can carry fee remittance.

Fee information
£18,930 - £25,338 pa

Our view

Surrounded by 60 acres of parkland adjacent to Aldenham village, Edge Grove’s semi-rural setting cushions it from the nearby network of main roads and major motorways. While grazing farm animals, majestic trees and walled gardens may or may not be

The last word

Edge Grove’s strapline is ‘Integrity, independence and inspiration’ and we found the school lives up to its words. This is a friendly, dynamic and thriving prep, looking to the future in good heart. A very attractive option for local and north London

Inspection reports

What the school says

Edge Grove is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 3-13, characterised by a genuine commitment to the pursuit of excellence. Located in 48 acres of Hertfordshire countryside, and conveniently located close to the M1 and M25 motorways, its wonderful setting and facilities ensure pupils are exposed to a wide range of experiences and develop confidence in a challenging, fun and inspirational environment. Its first class teaching and strong academic approach allow pupils to progress individually and reach their full potential in all spheres of school life.

Contact the school

Address

Edge Grove
Aldenham Village
Hertfordshire
WD25 8NL
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Telephone: 01923 855724

Email: admissions@edgegrove.com

Website: https://www.edgegrove.com

Local authority: Hertfordshire County Council

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School data & information Edge Grove Preparatory School Edge Grove , Aldenham Village, Hertfordshire, WD25 8NL
493 Pupil numbers

This is an independent school and therefore does not have Key Stage 2 SATs results. While some independent schools choose to sit SATs, they are not required to do so and the UK government does not collect or publish their results. Find out more.

Entry and exit data

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SEN overview

Edge Grove Preparatory School is a mainstream school. The school may provide support for students with special educational needs as detailed below. If you require more information on conditions the school can support, we encourage you to contact the school directly.

SEN statement

Provided by the school and not part of our review

The Learning Success department covers both SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and EAL (English as an Additional Language) and is made up of an outstanding team of highly qualified individuals:

Our SENDCO, Dr Neil Alexander-Passe, is an academic and published author in the area of dyslexia, school-based trauma, and post-school success. He is a strong advocate in removing barriers to learning, and making use of technology and other resources to reduce the barriers to learning, so students can shine and demonstrate their potential. Edge Grove Prep has an EAL Teacher who has worked in both European and UK schools supporting learners new to English, with a range of Learning Support Assistants in the Pre-Prep, Lower-Prep and Upper School; many are qualified teachers and have training in dyslexia. At Edge Grove, we value the fact that pupils bring to school different experiences and strengths that influence the way they learn. We are committed to identifying each pupil’s individual learning needs and we offer provision that is flexible and varied to ensure that children work at age-related expectations or above and achieve their personal potential, whatever their needs and abilities.

There is frequent SEND/EAL-based training for staff, and the SENDCO spends time in classes to support teachers to offer outstanding differentiated/adapted learning, and to better understand the needs of their pupils.The SENDCO also works closely with parents to ensure children are supported both at home and at school.

Updated Aug 2022
0.76 %
Students with a SEN EHCP UK mainstream school avg. 3%
20.45 %
Students with SEN support UK mainstream school avg. 14.1%

SEN conditons supported

Schools report the conditions they might be able to support. Please note, this may not be a complete list. Find out more.

Conditions (Might cover/be referred to as) Provision
ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder Aspergers, Autism, High functioning autism, Neurodivergent, Neurodiversity, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), Social skills
HI - Hearing Impairment
MLD - Moderate Learning Difficulty Learning needs Yes
MSI - Multi-Sensory Impairment Sensory processing
OTH - Other Difficulty/Disability Downs Syndrome, Epilepsy, Genetic, Tics, Tourettes
PD - Physical Disability
PMLD - Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulty Complex needs, Global delay, Global developmental delay
SEMH - Social, Emotional and Mental Health Anxiety, Complex needs, Emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), Mental Health Yes
SLCN - Speech, Language and Communication Selective mutism
SLD - Severe Learning Difficulty Complex needs
SpLD - Specific Learning Difficulty Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Auditory processing, Developmental Co-ordination Difficulties (DCD), Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Handwriting
VI - Visual Impairment Special facilities for Visually Impaired
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