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A leading Hertfordshire independent prep school

Welcome to Beechwood, a leading Hertfordshire independent prep school and nursery, proudly welcoming boys and girls aged 3-13, offering both day and boarding (from Year 5) places. We hope this website provides you with a sense of how the School’s Mission to Nurture, Engage and Inspire develops confidence and independence in all of its pupils, establishing in them the skills which will prepare them for a future life and love of learning.

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Woodlands Nursery (from rising 3)
Junior Department (Reception to Year 2)
Middle Department Years 3 to 5
Senior Department Years 6 to 8
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Admissions
We would love to welcome you to Beechwood. Read more on our Admissions pages about how your child can join our school
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Pastoral Care
Beechwood is known for its commitment to exceptional pastoral care; we nurture pupils, encouraging them to adopt a growth mindset that anything is possible.
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Beyond the Classroom
Whilst academic focus and pastoral care are at our core, at Beechwood, we place great emphasis on helping children find what makes them "roar" . There are almost limitless opportunities for children to hone a talent, develop a new skill and have lots of fun as they do so.
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Bruce
Bruce, the Beechwood Wellbeing Dog, is a firm favourite with pupils and teachers alike. Always a calm presence, he can be found either in the Art Room, or visiting classrooms, bringing with him a sense of calm wherever he goes
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Cricket
Hollie Summerfield is a National Silver Medalist winner in the National BUCS finals, as well as, finalist in the outdoor BUCS championships for two years running. Having played since the age of 6, Hollie is imparting her wealth of knowledge and experience onto our Beechwood Park budding cricketers this summer term.