One great future, one great start
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Wrekin Prep Education
The first stage of the Wrekin College journey providing exceptional, educational experiences
Established in 1845, Wrekin Prep takes great pride in its rich history and renowned reputation for delivering exceptional all-round education.
A confident start
Laying the Foundations for Lifelong Learning at Wrekin Prep
In choosing Wrekin Prep, you elect to educate your child in a school that has, at its core, the aim of enabling every child to be the very best they can be.
At Wrekin Prep, your child will be given education without boundaries or ceilings, where children can learn and grow in a happy safe environment.
With a broad and balanced forward-thinking and innovative curriculum, we aim to build the foundations upon which all learning will be built. It is these foundations, as children start their Wrekin journey, that will ensure the strength and direction of their educational pathway for the rest of their lives.
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Leadership
Welcoming our new Head from January 2026 - Craig Williams
Craig Williams will become the new Head of Wrekin Prep from January 2026 having been Head of the highly successful Abingdon Prep School in Oxfordshire for the past eight years, and having taught in a number of the country’s top schools during his career.
After attending Bradfield College as a pupil, he went on to gain his degree in Geography from Oxford University, and has since taught at prep schools in Sussex, Somerset, Berkshire, and Oxfordshire.
A keen cricketer, Craig also enjoys teaching sport alongside academic subjects and will be moving to the Wrekin Prep community with his wife Hannah, young son Quinn, and yellow labrador Wicket.
Alison Hartland-Griffiths, Head of Early Years and current member of Wrekin Prep’s Senior Leadership Team, will act as interim Head from September until January.
Prep life
A learning adventure
We offer a challenging and stimulating environment where every child is known as an individual and is well supported to fulfil their full potential. High standards of academic achievement are realised within a broad and balanced curriculum which embraces creativity, the arts and sport.
Pastoral care
WELLBEING AT OUR HEART
We are a forward-thinking independent primary school, evolving our educational offering to ensure that we are equipping our pupils with the right mindset and skill set to enable them to thrive both today and tomorrow.
school life
a learning adventure
Wrekin Prep offers a warm, vibrant and forward-thinking education rooted in a proud history of excellence. Every child is known, supported and challenged to fulfil their potential through a rich curriculum balancing academic rigour with creativity, sport and the arts.
Academic
An enhanced curriculum
Our outstanding prep curriculum is a vibrant adventure in learning within a challenging and stimulating environment. It embraces the academic and allows connections between subjects to be made, for learning to be themed with ‘hooks’ for learning and topics closing with a ‘fantastic finish’. It is a curriculum structure to enable children to meet or exceed age-related expectations at a prep school expected level.
co-curricular
BROADENING HORIZONS
At Wrekin Prep, creativity and exploration are at the heart of our co-curricular offer. From creative arts to sport, innovation to life skills, our co-curricular curriculum and after-school Horizons programme provide a rich mix of activities that extend learning well beyond the classroom.
Costs
what does it cost?
Choosing Wrekin Prep means choosing a high-quality independent education that empowers your child to grow, achieve, and shape their own future. We focus on developing confident, well-rounded individuals who are ready to thrive in a competitive world. Learn what it costs, and what’s included, by exploring our fees and the value behind them.
admissions
begin the journey
Choosing the right school is a big step, and at Wrekin, we’re here to make that journey easy and personal for your family. Our experienced Admissions Team is ready to guide you through the whole process, with expert support from your first enquiry to your first day. Whether you're joining in Reception or Sixth Form, we’ll be with you every step of the way.
Events
Open days and more at wrekin
Up Next
See the wealth of exceptional, educational experiences at Wrekin Prep
Wrekin Prep Open Morning 2026
Wrekin Prep Open Morning – Saturday 24th January 2026
Join us for our next Wrekin Prep Open Morning and discover wrekin prep's exceptional, educational experiences.
At Wrekin Prep, we believe education should be transformative, helping every child to discover and become their best self. Our combination of small class sizes, outstanding pastoral care, and specialist teaching across subjects such as Science, Music, Drama, Digital Technology, Sport, Spanish, and Art creates an environment where every pupil is inspired to thrive.
During your visit you will have the opportunity to tour our welcoming school and beautiful grounds, meet our new Head Craig Williams and our team of dedicated staff, take part in lots of fun, educational activities and ask any admissions questions that you may have. There will also be the opportunity to book onto our Stay and Play experiences (especially for new Reception pupils) and enjoy delicious refreshments.
Whether you’re exploring options for your child’s first school experience or preparing for the next stage of their educational journey, our Open Morning offers the perfect chance to see The Wrekin Way in action.
Date: Saturday 24th January 2026
Time: 9am-11am
Location: Wrekin Prep
Book your place now using the form.
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