Oakfields Preparatory School

Thank you for taking the time to find out more about us. We are immensely proud of our school, our staff and more particularly our children because they are our greatest ambassadors. They are curious, enthusiastic, respectful, articulate, hard-working and fun-loving. They have the confidence to fulfil their dreams and ambitions.

Harwood Hall is a Grade II-listed building set in seven acres of beautiful grounds, with exceptional sporting facilities including a heated swimming pool. Our school has a friendly and secure atmosphere with small class sizes, which not only contributes towards our children’s academic success but the feeling of family and community, which is cherished by all.

We are immensely proud of our school, our staff and more particularly our children because they are our greatest ambassadors. They are enthusiastic, respectful, articulate, hard-working and fun-loving.They have the confidence to fulfil their dreams and ambitions.

Harwood Hall is a Grade II-listed building set in seven acres of beautiful grounds, with a dedicated ICT suite and heated swimming pool.Our school has a friendly and secure atmosphere with small class sizes, which not only contributes towards our children’s academic success but the feeling of family and community, which is cherished by all.

Our pupils go on to record highly impressive results in tests and exams for entry into Senior Schools,both competitive 11+ Grammar Schools and a wide variety of excellent Secondary Independent Schools. Many of our children attain scholarships through their musical and sporting achievements.

Our people make Oakfields the friendly and nurturing school that it is; everyone who works here is known, valued and part of our school family.We combine a friendly and nurturing environment, with a commitment to excellence to make it an exciting and dynamic place for all.There is excellent camaraderie amongst our staff, who share ideas and learning.All staff are offered on-going professional training and development.

We inspire and empower our pupils with a passion for learning within a safe environment full of enthusiasm and purpose.Our mission statement sums up our collective ambition to seek, develop and nurture every child’s individual abilities and talents, instilling a love of learning in an environment that nurtures the well-being of the child to the full.

At Oakfields Montessori School, we aim

• To create a safe and happy environment that promotes learning and a positive attitude to work, where children are valued and proud of their achievements.
• To know each child as an individual and identify, develop and nurture his or her talents and strengths, so they can grow in confidence and self-esteem.
• To help children reach their full intellectual potential, through a wide range of educational experiences and rich learning opportunities, that broadens their knowledge, skills and understanding.
• To provide a holistic approach, with a balanced focus on the intellectual, moral, spiritual, physical and emotional development of every child.
• To foster a culture based on empathy, co-operation and respect, where pupils are aware of their behaviour and responsibilities towards home, school and the wider community.
• To ensure we meet the needs of 21st Century children and their families, supporting their development for long-term success.
• To differentiate work through inspirational and forward-thinking teaching, using flexible approaches and exciting facilities and resources.
• To foster excellent relationships with parents and the local communities.
• To offer maximum opportunity for the professional development of our staff.