Wellington College Prep
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How to get into Wellington College Prep

Independent SchoolBracknell Forest, South EastISI: Excellent

Gender

Mixed

Age Range

3–13 years

Day Fees (per year)

£17,880 – £27,105

School Size

387 pupils

About Wellington College Prep

Eagle House School is a co-educational preparatory school for pupils aged 3 to 13, offering both day places and full, weekly, and occasional boarding. Founded in 1820, the school has been based on its current site near Crowthorne in Berkshire since 1886, set within 30 acres of grounds. Its Victorian buildings have been thoughtfully extended over the years, and recent improvements include a refurbished Nursery, upgraded wireless internet, developed outdoor learning areas and adventure playgrounds, and a new memorial garden beside the school chapel. The school is part of the same charitable trust as Wellington College, though it operates independently. Eagle House aims to provide a stimulating environment where pupils are encouraged to grow in confidence, develop a love of learning, and take on increasing independence and responsibility. Rooted in its Christian foundation, the school embraces both tradition and change, nurturing pupils of all backgrounds and faiths. The school welcomes pupils from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds, with day pupils typically living within 20 miles. Support is available for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, including dyslexia and dyspraxia, as well as for those for whom English is an additional language. More able pupils are prepared for a range of academic and non-academic scholarships through varied activities.

Fees

Day Fees (per year)

£17,880 – £27,105

Boarding Fees (per year)

£37,725

Leadership

Head

Mr Ed Venables

Chair of Governors

Mr Howard Veary

Ages & Pupils

313

Age range (years)

387

Total pupils

294

Day pupils

83

Boarders

Contact

Admissions

Main Entry Points

NurseryYear 3Year 5Year 7Year 8

Open Days

September

Scholarships & Bursaries

Bursary Support

Wellington College Prince Albert Foundation funds life-changing bursary places from year 7 for those going on to Wellington; means-tested support also available for others joining in years 7 and 8.

Linked Schools

Wellington College

ISI Inspection

Excellent

Academic achievement

Last inspected 25 June 2024

Routine Inspection

Personal Development

Excellent

Compliance

Met
Ratings above are from the Educational Quality Inspection on 5 December 2017. A lighter follow-up inspection has taken place since.

School Profile

School Size
387 pupilsSmall
Boarding
Boarding available
DfE Number
867/6002

Student Demographics

0.26%

EHCP

13.7%

SEN Support

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