Yes, we are taking registrations for both St Wystan’s School and the Nursery. You can find our registration form online here.

We now have a waiting list for entries into Kindergarten for September 2021, but are now taking registrations for entry in 2022.

We take children from the ages of 2½ to 11 years. Children are welcome to join in any year group where there is availability, and registrations are accepted throughout the year. Parents who are considering St Wystan’s School are invited to contact the admissions office, for further information – admissions@stwystans.org.uk.

Unfortunately, due to the current circumstances, we are unable to provide tours around the school. However, please visit our virtual admissions page, to get a holistic feel of the school. If you would like more information or to receive a prospectus information pack, then please fill out the form here.

Yes, Mrs Hopkinson is available for personal conversations about St Wystan’s and what it can offer your child. Please contact the admissions office, admissions@stwystans.org.uk to arrange the meeting.

Under normal circumstances parents would come for a personal tour around the school to see the school in action and to meet the Headteacher and Bursar. Following this, parents who wish to register their child will need to complete the registration form here and then pay the £100 non-refundable registration fee. Taster days are also offered to children under normal circumstances, so that they can spend time with their peer group and for teachers to get an understanding of their individual needs and abilities.

We are still taking registrations and further information can be found here.

Yes, we do offer annual means tested bursaries for children entering Kindergarten to Form 6. Bursaries are means-tested in accordance with the criteria published in the school’s Bursary Policy, which can be obtained by contacting the bursar, bursar@stwystans.org.uk. The level of support varies according to parental need. Further information can be found on our website here, or by contacting the bursar.

St Wystan’s School operates a scholarship scheme for pupils entering the school at the age of 7. Scholarships are awarded to pupils who enhance the musical, sporting, and academic life of St Wystan’s School. Academic Scholarships are offered to the top performing pupil in English and Maths. For further information please read our scholarships page here, or get in contact with our bursar, bursar@stwystans.org.uk.

Understanding individuals learning abilities is extremely important to us. We are committed to ensuring that all pupils reach their full potential, including those with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Our SENDCo works closely with the child’s class teacher to set individual targets and measure progress. Extra support and precision teaching interventions may be offered in class, in small groups or individually. For more information, please arrange a meeting with Mrs Hopkinson to discuss your child’s individual requirements.

One of the more outstanding aspects of our school is the Pastoral care that we provide. Our staff take great pride in the supportive and respectful relationship we enjoy with our pupils and parents. St Wystan’s provides an in-depth level of pastoral care through: a range of extra-curricular clubs to suit every individual; small class sizes means that each child receives a tailored nurturing learning environment and staff dedicated to teach the children to face the world with confidence, self-esteem and an understanding of respect for one another. Find out more.

We have a fantastic relationship with Repton School, which offers us the accessibility to facilities beyond the reach of most stand-alone prep schools. These include a 25m swimming pool, water based or sand based astro turfs, tennis courts, sports field, gymnasium, and woodland orchard for forest schools. On site we have a specialist computer suite, library, secure playground, and expansive music teaching room.

We are extremely proud of the extra opportunity’s pupils receive at St Wystan’s. This is integrated throughout the school curriculum with specialist teachers in music and French. A wide range of activities enriches the taught curriculum and includes includes school trips, assemblies, and clubs. We encourage children to be involved in a range of activities, helping to develop and nurture every child’s strengths and interests. Children are given the opportunity to participate in a wide and varied number of extra-curricular activities. We offer a variety of chargeable and non-chargeable clubs before, during and after school. Chargeable clubs include drama, dance, and individual music lessons. Find out more here.

During term-time additional care is provided from 7.30am – 6.30pm. St Wystan’s operates a very popular Pre School Care and After School Club run by our own staff and includes a light snack. Spaces can be booked on a full-time, regular, or casual basis by using the booking form. Find out more information.

PE and school sport are a hugely important and integral part of the curriculum and school life at St Wystan’s. We work with specialist sports teachers to provide the best possible training and experience for our pupils. It is our aim that all St Wystan’s children will have the chance to compete for their house and school in different sports. There are many Sports and Activity Clubs available throughout the school day. Examples of extra-curricular activities are: Netball, Football, Tag Rugby, Hockey, Cricket, Rounders, Boccia, Curling, Cycling, Goalball, Gymnastics and Athletics.

We are extremely proud of our record of success in independent senior entrance, with pupils gaining places at the school of their choice. St Wystan’s is not affiliated to any one senior school and a large part of our success is down to our relationship with a wide choice of destination schools and the understanding of the children’s requirements. The school is delighted of the range of scholarships it secures annually. Find out more here.