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Together we’re extraordinary

Notting Hill Prep is part of the Dukes Education family of schools and educators, brought together by a common purpose: to give children the foundations for an extraordinary life.

About Dukes Education

Dukes Education is a family of schools, teachers, learners, and parents connected by our pursuit of an extraordinary life for every member of our community.

Our philosophy is to support each individual to live with purpose, to encourage a love of learning, and to act as a team. All of this is underpinned by a quality standard that runs through everything we do.

We believe that education is a journey to be enjoyed and shared at every stage of life, unlocking possibilities for every student.

To learn more about the Dukes Education family, visit dukeseducation.com

The Dukes Village

We create clusters of nurseries and schools in village locations to ensure that families can enjoy the option of an all-through education journey with Dukes Education within their local area.

Continuity and Confidence

As students prepare to transition from prep school to senior school, our guaranteed entry policy offers a seamless progression within the Dukes family of senior schools, subject only to the availability of a place and a child’s ability to thrive in the ethos and curriculum, and without the need to sit traditional school entrance exams such as the 11+ or 13+.

Guaranteed Placement, Tailored Support

Dukes Education supports each child’s journey to senior school, working with families to find the right school; one that matches their unique strengths and aspirations.

Our commitment to providing a guaranteed place at a Dukes Education senior school allows students to focus on their personal and academic development instead of spending precious time preparing for school entrance exams and the added pressure that entails.

For families applying to selective senior schools, our prep schools provide thorough guidance, tailored 11+ and 13+ exam preparation and exceptional pastoral support to ensure that every student is ready to perform at their best.

This approach ensures a confident and smooth transition to senior school for all children, nurturing lifelong learners within the supportive framework of Dukes Education.

Early acceptance

If a family decides their child will not sit the 11+ or 13+ entrance test, we are usually able to confirm acceptance to a Dukes senior school early, for example, in Year 5. Early acceptance offers families peace of mind, allowing children to enjoy their final years at prep school and focus on a positive transition to senior school.

Click here to find out more about the Dukes senior schools near you.

The Dukes Club

The Dukes Club is an extraordinary community of parents, pupils, staff and alumni that connects families across all the Dukes Education nurseries, schools and colleges. It is a space to learn, network, take advantage of exciting opportunities and amazing rewards, and make new friends. If you are a parent with a child at a Dukes Education school, college or nursery, we warmly invite you to join. As a growing family of education settings, our scale and scope enable us to provide you with exclusive access to a huge array of opportunities that would simply be beyond the reach of any single school.

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The Dukes Foundation

The Dukes Foundation was born out of the belief that a person’s early years are their most formative – the ones that shape us into who we’ll be. With our roots in education, we know how vital it is for young people to have the right support, encouragement, and opportunities during this important chapter in their lives.

We want to harness the powerful and uniting spirit of Dukes Education to make a meaningful difference in ways far beyond the boundaries of our organisation. To create a world of inspiration. To see through adversity, to see the potential in every person and to find opportunity in every corner of the world.

Through grant-making and partnerships, we proudly support life-changing charities and organisations who share our ambition. From education and financial assistance, to health, well-being and environmental causes, we can create sparks that can ignite brighter futures.

Find out more about the Dukes Foundation

Dukes Plus

Dukes Plus is a provider of university application support, life-changing career and university experiences, day camps, tuition, and summer schools.

We are here, so you can get there

By bringing together our exceptional brands under Dukes Plus, we can provide a complete range of industry-leading services that assist students throughout their educational path, nurturing their development and establishing a solid groundwork for a bright future.

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WE LEAD WITH HEART

No-one knows their school better than the Principal or Head who runs it. And no-one cares more about it than they do. So we make sure they lead on every decision, preserving the individual character and ethos of their schools. We look for leaders who are still children at heart; people who love the fun — as well as the fundamentals — of the classroom. These are the people who shaped the direction of Dukes from the very beginning, and continue to shape it to this day. And we do our very best to look after these people, because we know they’re the most important asset we have.

WE’RE A TEAM

Individually we can achieve amazing things, but together we’re extraordinary. So, while each of our schools is independent, they’re strengthened by being part of a family that shares resources and expertise. The best teams are made up of autonomous indidividuals. Our management structure has no more than four levels from our board of directors to the most junior members of our team. This means everyone knows where they fit in the bigger picture — and they have the freedom and flexibility to act quickly, and make decisions for their school.

WE DO IT WELL

We know that if we want to inspire excellence in young learners, then we need to achieve excellence in everything we do. One way we accomplish this is by working closely with regulatory authorities and inspection bodies to ensure everyone in the Dukes family delivers the highest possible standards. Additionally, the members of the Dukes Education Advisory Board come together regularly to discuss recent and future developments across the group. Their expert support and guidance not only helps us meet best-practice standards, it encourages us to set newer, higher standards for all.

WE LOVE LEARNING

We believe education should be exciting at any stage, whether you’re starting school, or you’re running one. So we’re driven to instil our lifelong love of learning in our students — through teaching inside the classroom and, outside, through our initiatives. We also provide extensive staff training, leadership and management programmes, so our teachers can continue their education too.

Welcome to the Dukes Club, an extraordinary community of parents, pupils, staff and alumni.

THE DUKES CLUB

The Dukes Club connects families across all the Dukes Education nurseries, schools and colleges. It is a space to learn, network, take advantage of exciting opportunities and amazing rewards, and make new friends. If you are a parent with a child at a Dukes Education school, college or nursery, we warmly invite you to join. As a growing family of schools, our scale and scope enables us to provide you with exclusive access to a huge array of opportunities that would simply be beyond the reach of any single school.