Blackheath Prep

Partner school

4 St German's Place, London, Greater London, SE3 0NJ

Key facts

Ms Vikki Lloyd Headteacher

Co-ed Gender

388 Total Pupils

Town Location

Day Type

3 - 11 Age Range

Mainstream Mainstream/Special

None Religious Ethos

About Blackheath Prep

Blackheath Prep is an outstanding Nursery and Prep school for children aged 3 - 11 years old. Located in leafy Blackheath, the school is set on a 5 acre site with superb facilities, including a Library, 2.5 acre playing field, purpose-built Science Lab, Art Studio and DT and 3 Forest Schools on-site. The education offered at Blackheath Prep is deliberately broad, and offers teaching excellence in the academic subjects and languages, the creative arts and sport. By the time pupils reach Year 6, they are achieving outstanding results in their 11+ and senior school entrance exams. Typically 80% achieve scholarship offers from the leading senior schools in London and Kent.

Pupil information

Roll size, gender split and SEN provision.

Total Pupils

388 pupils

The total number of pupils enrolled at the school.

Boys

191 / 49.23%

Girls

197 / 50.77%

With SEN Support

39 / 10.05%

With SEN EHCP

0 / 0.00%

Open days

2 upcoming

Sep

Open Day

Date & Time

19/09/2026, 09:00

Sep

Open Day

Date & Time

19/09/2026, 9:00 AM

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Fees per term

Indicative termly fees including VAT where shown.

Day Fees

£7,037 – £7,284 (inc. VAT)

Blackheath Prep, London, Greater London, SE3 0NJ

Academic subjects

Core and specialist subjects offered at Blackheath Prep.

Core subjects

Art & Design

Biology

Chemistry

English Language

English Literature

French

Geography

German

History

Mathematics

Physics

Religious Studies

Spanish

Specialist subjects

Computer Science

Design Technology

Music

Facilities

Sports, arts and support facilities at Blackheath Prep.

Campus size: 5 acres

Tennis

Gym

Popular leavers’ destinations

Senior schools and universities leavers commonly progress to

Alleyn's School

Dulwich College

JAGS

City of London School for Girls

City of London School for Boys

Eltham College

Sevenoaks School

Colfe's School

Blackheath High School for Girls

Dartford Grammar School for Boys

Bexley Grammar School

Brighton College

Mobile phone policy

Approach to mobile phone use at Blackheath Prep.

No mobile phones on site during the school day

Inspection report

Read the latest report from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI).

Inspected by ISI. Independent schools in England are regulated through statutory inspection.

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Frequently asked questions about Blackheath Prep

What type of school is Blackheath Prep?

Blackheath Prep is a co-educational independent mainstream school for pupils aged 3 to 11, located near London in Greater London. The school offers education from Nursery through to Prep.

How do I apply to Blackheath Prep?

Most families apply to Blackheath Prep 1–2 years before entry, with a process that can include tests, interviews and school reports. See the private school admissions timeline for when to apply and what to expect.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

What are the fees at Blackheath Prep?

Fees for Blackheath Prep vary by year group, with typical termly costs around £7,037–£7,284.

Is Blackheath Prep a day or boarding school?

Blackheath Prep is a day school.

Is Blackheath Prep selective?

Blackheath Prep follows a selective admissions process, which may include interviews or entrance assessments.