Notting Hill Prep School

TO THINK
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An Independent school for
boys and girls aged 4 to 13.

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Promoting academic excellence while
protecting the joy of childhood.

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It’s a true sign of an ‘incredible’ school when children ‘cry if they have to take the day off’– and that’s as much to do with Notting Hill Prep’s ‘warm and loving environment’ as it is its unique way of ‘cultivating curiosity and a love of learning’, without compromising on academic results.
Tatler Schools Guide

Full of energy and happiness, NHP is unique. Its philosophy won’t align with everyone, but from those it does, the message is clear. ‘We are so lucky to be part of the warmest, smartest, most interesting, silliest, most energetic and fun school there is,’ says one parent. ‘The children say NHP stands for No Happier Place – and that’s pretty much spot on.’
Talk Education

Impressive and creative. Underpinning the curriculum are De Bono’s thinking hats. These metacognitive tools encourage the kids to learn problem solving and critical thinking from a young age. Add the school’s four values – wonder, challenge, self-knowledge and community – into the mix and you get a teaching style that encourages pupils to deep dive into topics, consider wider implications and ask lots of questions.
Muddy Stilletos

You won’t find many schools that nurture children’s minds by following the principles of Edward de Bono’s theory of Six Thinking Hats, but Notting Hill Prep likes to do things differently….Head Maxine Scully…is committed to the prep’s Thinking School status, believing it creates academic rigour while preserving the joy of childhood. It’s certainly no slouch on academics, with pupils leaving for the likes of Westminster, Eton and St Paul’s Girls.
Tatler Schools Guide

Life skills and mindfulness are just as important as passing exams – but these pupils are certainly no slouches on that front. Specialist teachers make learning fun, with loads of practical activities like ‘kung-fu maths’ and hands-on science experiments in the school’s superlabs. Everyone is prepped for 11+, when a few girls peel off to London day schools; the rest stay on till 13 and bag places at top spots including The Harrodian, Bradfield, Francis Holland and Brighton College.
Talk Education

…slap bang in the middle of the hustle and bustle of W11 life, although once inside things are very different. Notting Hill Prep (NHP) is in a soundproofed bubble with a state-of-the-art air-filtration system, resident hens, rooftop beehives, and a woodland style adventure playground. When you add in the small class sizes – capped at 22, rather fabulous.
Muddy Stilletos

LATEST NEWS

15th September 2026

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A co-educational prep school where pupils are encouraged to question and explore on their journey to becoming life-long learners.

After half a term at the helm I finally managed to get my seat at the desk… although I did get quite tired…🐾😴

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After half a term at the helm I finally managed to get my seat at the desk… although I did get quite tired…🐾😴

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🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ What a fantastic effort from our Year 3-5 runners at the JCB Cross Country on Monday! 👏

They all showed great determination, teamwork and spirit.💚

Now we’re all looking forward to the PGB Cross Country on Thursday! 🏅

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🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ What a fantastic effort from our Year 3-5 runners at the JCB Cross Country on Monday! 👏

They all showed great determination, teamwork and spirit.💚

Now we’re all looking forward to the PGB Cross Country on Thursday! 🏅

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On World Mental Health Day, four of our amazing NHP staff team (along with Freddie, one of our school dogs) took on a 20km walk along the Thames in aid of @mentalhealthuk. 💚
Charlie Shaw, Emma Kalis, Samira Hamdan and Souad Dahmani have raised over £1,200 so far! Wow, what a great achievement for a great cause! 👏

A HUGE THANK YOU 🙏 to everyone who has donated. If you would still like to give, the NHP team link is in our bio.
#worldmentalhealthday #mentalhealthuk #sponsoredwalk

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On World Mental Health Day, four of our amazing NHP staff team (along with Freddie, one of our school dogs) took on a 20km walk along the Thames in aid of @mentalhealthuk. 💚
Charlie Shaw, Emma Kalis, Samira Hamdan and Souad Dahmani have raised over £1,200 so far! Wow, what a great achievement for a great cause! 👏

A HUGE THANK YOU 🙏 to everyone who has donated. If you would still like to give, the NHP team link is in our bio.
#worldmentalhealthday #mentalhealthuk #sponsoredwalk

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On Friday, the “other Ms Swales” popped in to talk to Year 8 about the power of saying “yes”.

Since being diagnosed with stage 4 cancer at 32, she has made it her mission not to wait for the “right time”: to take opportunities, do things that scare her and see where saying “yes” might lead. Most recently, that took her all the way to the Great Wall of China as vice-captain of a CoppaFeel! trek.

Her message to Year 8 was simple: you don’t have to wait until you feel ready. Be brave enough to try something new and, above all, don’t be a passenger in your own life.

The pupils asked really thoughtful questions and were quick to share what they’ll be saying “yes” to in the near future.

Thank you, Ms Swales, for giving up your time to speak to our pupils. It was an inspiring session and a message we won’t forget. 💛

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On Friday, the “other Ms Swales” popped in to talk to Year 8 about the power of saying “yes”.

Since being diagnosed with stage 4 cancer at 32, she has made it her mission not to wait for the “right time”: to take opportunities, do things that scare her and see where saying “yes” might lead. Most recently, that took her all the way to the Great Wall of China as vice-captain of a CoppaFeel! trek.

Her message to Year 8 was simple: you don’t have to wait until you feel ready. Be brave enough to try something new and, above all, don’t be a passenger in your own life.

The pupils asked really thoughtful questions and were quick to share what they’ll be saying “yes” to in the near future.

Thank you, Ms Swales, for giving up your time to speak to our pupils. It was an inspiring session and a message we won’t forget. 💛

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Our NHP adventure trip to Bryanston last weekend 🐴🌲🔥

Horse riding, forest school, arts and crafts, exploring the grounds, and s’mores round the campfire. A brilliant weekend. 🩷💙

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Our NHP adventure trip to Bryanston last weekend 🐴🌲🔥

Horse riding, forest school, arts and crafts, exploring the grounds, and s’mores round the campfire. A brilliant weekend. 🩷💙

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🧅 Shrek the Musical JR is coming to NHP in May 2027! 🐉

Assemblies were full of excitement yesterday as pupils worked out the clues: an air freshener, a dragon, a “keep out” sign, a gingerbread man and a fairytale book. 📖

We can’t wait to see it on stage. 🎭💚

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🧅 Shrek the Musical JR is coming to NHP in May 2027! 🐉

Assemblies were full of excitement yesterday as pupils worked out the clues: an air freshener, a dragon, a “keep out” sign, a gingerbread man and a fairytale book. 📖

We can’t wait to see it on stage. 🎭💚

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Year 1 have been working on number bonds to 10 in Maths, writing number sentences to show all the ways to make it. 🔟

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Year 1 have been working on number bonds to 10 in Maths, writing number sentences to show all the ways to make it. 🔟

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Year 6 had a brilliant Oppidan Team Day on Wednesday! 🌟 From team-building games and challenges in the morning to a Dragons’ Den-style challenge in the afternoon, pupils showed off their teamwork, problem-solving and entrepreneurial flair. They pitched some wonderfully imaginative ideas for making our school even better! 🐉💡
@oppidaneducation

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Year 6 had a brilliant Oppidan Team Day on Wednesday! 🌟 From team-building games and challenges in the morning to a Dragons’ Den-style challenge in the afternoon, pupils showed off their teamwork, problem-solving and entrepreneurial flair. They pitched some wonderfully imaginative ideas for making our school even better! 🐉💡
@oppidaneducation

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