Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # St Wystan's School Independent Preparatory School for Boys and Girls aged 4 to 11 years ## News - [News](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/news/) - Stay up-to-date with all of the latest news and events at St Wystans here. - [Roaring Success: St Wystan’s Wins RHS Britain in Bloom Award](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2025/10/02/roaring-success-st-wystans-wins-rhs-britain-in-bloom-award/) - [St Wystan’s School Wins ‘Independent Prep School of the Year – East Midlands’](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2025/08/15/st-wystans-school-wins-independent-prep-school-of-the-year-east-midlands/) - [Exciting Easter Holiday Activities for Families](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2025/04/10/exciting-easter-holiday-activities-for-families/) - This Easter, St Wystan’s families can enjoy meaningful time together through fun, creative activities that inspire learning, imagination, and community spirit. - [The Importance of Teaching Remembrance in Our Schools](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2023/11/12/the-importance-of-teaching-remembrance-in-our-schools/) - Our future leaders are our children, and in learning about Remembrance we hope they will both understand the past and work to shape a peaceful future. - [Black History Month](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2023/10/02/black-history-month/) - Black History Month is taught in schools across the globe, but many question why is it needed? Read more about how and why we choose to celebrate it. - [Why Language Learning in Primary School is an Essential Tool for Tomorrow’s Generation](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2023/09/25/why-language-learning-in-primary-school-is-an-essential-tool-for-tomorrows-generation/) - Speech is no doubt our most powerful tool for communication. Read more about how language is integrated into a St Wystan's education. - [The Power of Pets in School](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2023/09/14/the-power-of-pets-in-school/) - Derbyshire's award-winning independent prep school, St Wystan's has introduced a new member to the Pastoral Care and Wellbeing team - Tiny the Tortoise. - [St Wystan’s earns the title of Derbyshire’s Most Nurturing Independent Prep School 2023](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2023/07/21/st-wystans-earns-the-title-of-derbyshires-most-nurturing-independent-prep-school-2023/) - St Wystan's Prep School in Repton has been crowned winner as the most nurturing prep school, in Derbyshire in the annual LuxLife Private Education Awards 2023. - [Reception Readiness](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2023/05/12/reception-readiness/) - St Wystan's is here to help get your child ready for their educational journey. A nurturing, small independent Prep School in Repton, South Derbyshire, - [Thinking of moving into the independent sector? Answering your questions about affordability.](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2023/02/23/thinking-of-moving-into-the-independent-sector-answering-your-questions-about-affordability/) - [St Wystan's Pupil Cast in Lion King UK Tour](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2023/01/06/st-wystans-pupil-cast-in-lion-king-uk-tour/) - [Headteacher's End of Year Reflections for the 2021-22 Academic Year](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2022/07/08/heads-end-of-year-reflections-for-the-2021-22-academic-year/) - [Introducing Stay and Play Forest School sessions](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2022/03/15/introducing-stay-and-play-forest-school-sessions/) - [Spanish at St Wystan's](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2022/03/10/spanish-at-st-wystans/) - [Children's Mental Health Week at St Wystan's](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2022/02/11/childrens-mental-health-week-at-st-wystans/) - [ISA Success for St Wystan's Swimmers](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2021/12/06/isa-success-for-st-wystans-swimmers/) - [St Wystan’s swimmers to compete in the Independent Schools Association National Finals](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2021/11/19/st-wystans-swimmers-to-compete-in-the-independent-schools-association-national-finals/) - [Scholarship Success for St Wystan's Pupils](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2021/06/04/scholarship-success-for-st-wystans-pupils/) - St Wystan’s School is a stand-alone Prep School; we are proud of the strong relationships we hold with both state and independent schools across Derbyshire. - [Book a Tour or FREE Taster Day at St Wystan's](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/03/22/book-a-tour-or-free-taster-day-at-st-wystans/) - If you are looking for a school for your son or daughter aged 2 1/2 to 11 years of age, we have places available in all year groups - [Swimming is back at St Wystan’s](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2021/05/17/swimming-is-back-at-st-wystans/) - School sport and in particular swimming, is a hugely important and integral part of the physical education curriculum and school life at St Wystan’s. - [Tennis Success for Eisha](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2021/04/28/tennis-success-for-eisha/) - Congratulations to Eisha who represented Derbyshire in the County Cup competition over the weekend. St Wystans support pupils to excel in their chosen sport. - [Form 6 Travel Back to Wartime Britain](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2021/04/09/form-6-travel-back-to-wartime-britain/) - History is an integral part of the creative curriculum at St Wystan's Prep. The pupils are immersed in topics that allow depth and breadth in subject areas. - [Effie continues her musical success by joining the National Children’s Orchestra of Great Britain.](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2021/04/07/effie-continues-her-musical-success-by-joining-the-national-childrens-orchestra-of-great-britain/) - Music is an intrinsic part of life at St Wystan’s Prep School, Repton. With specialist music teaching is available throughout the school from Nursery to Year 6. - [Multi Skills and Cross Country House Competitions](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2021/03/25/multi-skills-and-cross-country-house-competitions/) - School sport and community spirit are extremely important at St Wystan's. The House System allows healthy competition between pupils and promotes compassion. - [St Wystan Stars on Radio Repton](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2021/03/08/st-wystan-stars-on-radio-repton/) - St Wystan's pupils get involved in community initiative. Prep Pupils from Repton have discovered the perfect platform to explore and challenge their ability. - [World Book Day 2021](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2021/03/05/world-book-day-2021/) - [Virtual Half Term Hike House Competition](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2021/02/26/virtual-half-term-hike-house-competition/) - Small independent prep school in Repton, St Wystan's highlights the importance of the house system and how it promotes loyalty, pride and a sense of belonging. - [Eisha's Community Support Through National Lockdown](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2021/02/15/eishas-community-support-through-national-lockdown/) - Small private school located in Repton, South Derbyshire. Where we nuture confidence, resilience and a love of learning. - ['St Wystan's to Santa' Challenge](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/12/20/st-wystans-to-santa-challenge/) - As a School community we work to give back to those less fortunate, as well as working together to enhance the learning provisions for the pupils at St Wystan's School. - [Special Mentions W/E 27th November 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/11/27/special-mentions-w-e-27th-november-2020/) - St Wystan's recognises pupils’ achievements each week, no matter how big or small. See what the children have been getting up to in their small, nurturing class sizes. - [Special Mentions W/E 6th November 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/11/06/special-mentions-w-e-6th-november-2020/) - St Wystan's recognises pupils’ achievements each week, no matter how big or small. See what the children have been getting up to. - [Special Mentions W/E 20th November 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/11/20/special-mentions-w-e-20th-november-2020/) - St Wystan's recognises pupils’ achievements each week, no matter how big or small. See what the children have been getting up to. - [Special Mentions W/E 13th November 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/11/13/special-mentions-w-e-13th-november-2020/) - St Wystan's recognises pupils’ achievements each week, no matter how big or small. See what the children have been getting up to. - [Sleepout Superstars!](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/11/19/sleepout-superstars/) - Pupils at St Wystan's are extremely involved within the local community, with many supporting fantastic charitable causes. Hear about Effie and Seth's story. - [Form 1's Poetry Success](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/11/11/form-1s-poetry-success/) - Our Pre-prep class have now all become published authors. Each member of the class entered into The Young Writers Anthology competition and all were chosen to have their work published! - [Special Mentions W/E 11th September 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/09/11/special-mentions-w-e-11th-september-2020/) - St Wystan's recognises pupils’ achievements each week, no matter how big or small. See what the children have been getting up to. - [Special Mentions W/E 9th October 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/10/09/special-mentions-w-e-9th-october-2020/) - St Wystan's recognises pupils’ achievements each week, no matter how big or small. See what the children have been getting up to. - [Golden Cup Winners!](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/10/16/golden-cup-winners/) - Each Half Term we recognise the successes and progress of pupils across the School. Supporting those where even the smallest win, is their biggest achievement. - [Form 5's Groovy Greek Day!](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/10/16/form-5s-groovy-greek-day/) - Each half term, children get to bring their topic to life. St Wystans helps to nurture that love of learning within their academic curriculum. - [Special Mentions W/E 2nd October 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/10/02/special-mentions-w-e-2nd-october-2020/) - St Wystan's recognises pupils’ achievements each week, no matter how big or small. See what the children have been getting up to. - [Special Mentions W/E 25th September 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/09/25/special-mentions-w-e-25th-september-2020/) - St Wystan's recognises pupils achievements each week, no matter how big or small. See what the children have been getting up to. - [Special Mentions W/E 18th September 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/09/18/special-mentions-w-e-18th-september-2020/) - St Wystan's recognises pupils achievements each week, no matter how big or small. See what the children have been getting up to. - [Jeans for Genes!](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/09/24/jeans-for-genes/) - It is an important part of St Wystan's School life to give back to those around us. As part of the wider curriculum, the prep school pupils take part in many fundraising activities. - [Returning to School](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/08/28/returning-to-school/) - We want children to be happy, feel safe and able to be engaged in their learning. Everyone’s health and safety is our priority and we are taking every possible measure to create a happy, healthy and safe learning environment for all our community. - [International Music Success for Effie](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/08/27/international-music-success-for-effie/) - Congratulations to Effie, aged 7, who gained a silver award for playing her harp in the British International Music Competition. Music is an integral part of the school curriculum at St Wystan's Prep School. - [Eisha is now ranked 3rd in the UK LTA rankings for girls 10 years and under](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/08/21/eisha-is-now-ranked-3rd-in-the-uk-lta-rankings-for-girls-10-years-and-under/) - Eisha is now ranked 3rd in the UK LTA rankings for girls 10U. St Wystans supports those children with talent achieve their true potential. - [Head Boy & Head Girl Announcement 2020-2021](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/07/10/head-boy-head-girl-announcement-2020-2021/) - It is a long tradition that at the end of each academic the Head Boy and Head Girl position gets passed on, find out who will take on the role. - [Mrs Hopkinson's End of Term Message](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/07/10/mrs-hopkinsons-end-of-term-message/) - Mrs Hopkinson adresses the school community at the end of the school term, as well as expressing her thanks to parents, teachers and the children. - [We say farewell to our Year 6!](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/07/10/we-say-farewell-to-our-year-6/) - We say goodbye to our Year 6 leavers, hear what they have to say about St Wystan's and their future ambitions. - [Special Mentions W/E 3rd July 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/07/07/special-mentions-w-e-3rd-july-2020/) - St Wystan's recognises pupils achievements each week, no matter how big or small. See what the children have been getting up to. - [Hadrian's Wall Lockdown Challenge!](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/07/02/hadrians-wall-lockdown-challenge/) - Giving back to the community is a vital lesson learnt at St Wystan's School. See what out pupils have got up to during lockdown! - [Global Canvas 2021](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/07/01/global-canvas-2021/) - St Wystan's likes to create as many educational opportunities for pupils and the Global Canvas art competition highlights the creative strengths of our pupils. - [Special Mentions W/E 26th June 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/06/29/special-mentions-w-e-26th-june-2020/) - Special mentions highlight the individual achievements of pupils at St Wystan's, find out this week what sort of things the children have worked towards. - [Annie 'Happy Little Hero' reaches her goal!!](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/06/30/annie-happy-little-hero-reaches-her-goal/) - St Wystan's pupils always aim to give back to the community, and Annie has raised money for Burton and Derby Hospitals, find out how she got on! - [Returning To Nursery](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/06/26/returning-to-nursery/) - We are excited to welcome back our nursery children, here we explain the new systems in place during the Covid-19 pandemic. - [Operation Bletchley!](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/06/26/operation-bletchley/) - It is important to keep busy over the summer holidays, and what better activity than keeping active for a good cause - find out more! - [Special Mentions W/E 19th June 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/06/22/special-mentions-w-e-19th-june-2020/) - Each individual child is celebrated at St Wystan's School and Nursery, read about their achievements here. - [Miles in May!](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/06/18/miles-in-may/) - Keeping a healthy heart and mind is of the up most importance to St Wystan's, see what remote learning provisions we have provided for our pupils. - [Special Mentions W/E 12th June 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/06/16/special-mentions-w-e-12th-june-2020/) - At St Wystan's it is important to nurture pupils qualities and celebrate them as individuals. Have a look at what our students have been up to this week. - [Hold Still 2020, Photography Competition](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/06/15/hold-still-2020-photography-competition/) - St Wystan's pupils are always keen to give back to their community and being involved in the Hold Still initiative brings them together during the Coronavirus. - [Special Mentions W/E 5th June 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/06/11/special-mentions-w-e-5th-june-2020/) - We take pride in our pupils achievements each week through our special mentions. - [Returning back to School & Nursery](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/06/10/returning-back-to-school-nursery/) - Guidance for both pupils and parents when returning back to school following Covid-19 lockdown. - [Empathy Day - 9th June 2020](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/06/09/empathy-day-9th-june-2020/) - Empathy Day 2020, empathy is a vital human force and right now it is needed more than ever! - [St Wystan's Day Art Gallery](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/06/09/st-wystans-day-gallery/) - Pupils created artwork from home to celebrate St Wystan's Day, come and have a look at their work. - [St Wystan's very own 'Happy Little Hero'](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/06/08/st-wystans-very-own-happy-little-hero/) - Lockdown fundraising efforts, year 1 pupil of St Wystan's Prep School covers 75 miles for NHS. - [Repton Family of Schools](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/02/12/repton-family-of-schools/) - We are delighted to share the fantastic news that we are currently working towards joining the Repton family of schools with effect from September 2020. - [Y5 head back in time to the Black Country History Museum](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/01/30/y5-head-back-in-time-to-the-black-country-history-museum/) - St Wystan's School offers children outside of the classroom learning, through educational trips. Specific history topics are taught alongside traditional subjects. - [Bulls Head Pizza Lunch!](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2020/01/09/bulls-head-pizza-lunch/) - St Wystan's School is a family orientated independent preparatory school based in Repton, South Derbyshire. Proud of their small class sizes and supported environment. - [Molly swims in the Olympic Pool at ISA National Championships](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/12/12/molly-swims-in-the-olympic-pool-at-isa-national-championships/) - Molly, Year 4 pupil competed in the ISA National Championship at the Olympic Swimming Pool in London. Sport is a very important element of a St Wystan's education and we give our pupils many opportunities to compete. - [Eisha on a winning streak in not just one, but two sports!](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/12/12/eisha-on-a-winning-streak-in-not-just-one-but-two-sports/) - Eisha is a rising tennis superstar who has reached the LTA National Finals in Sunderland. Sport is an extremely important part of a child's education at St Wystan's School and there are many opportunities for children to compete. - [Effie performs on BBC Radio Derby](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/12/12/effie-performs-on-bbc-radio-derby/) - Effie, Year 3 pupil was invited to perform Christmas songs on her harp on BBC Radio Derby. Music is a very important element of a St Wystan's education and we give our pupils many opportunities to perform. - [Den making at Forest School with Pre-prep](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/11/21/den-making-at-forest-school-with-pre-prep/) - St Wystan's School has introduced forest school sessions into their curriculum from Nursery up to Year 6. It is a great way to expand their thought process and spend time outside of the classroom. - [Prep Choir Celebrate Success at Lichfield Music Festival](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/11/21/prep-choir-celebrate-success-at-lichfield-music-festival/) - St Wystan's Prep Choir are celebrating success after singing in the Lichfield Festival of Music, they gave a fantastic musical performance. Part of St Wystan's schools extra curricular activities on offer. - [Y1 to Y6 compete in Ockbrook Cross Country Competition](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/11/21/y1-to-y6-compete-in-ockbrook-cross-country-competition/) - Whole school sporting achievement. Y1-6 competed in the Ockbrook School Cross Country competition and performed extremely well. St Wystan's offers a range of sporting activities from curriculum lessons to extra curricular activities. - [Prep's Superb Performance of Rock Bottom](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/07/10/preps-superb-performance-of-rock-bottom/) - St Wystan’s Prep gave a superb performance of “Rock Bottom” at Beldham Hall (Repton School) as we approach the end of the school year. - [Speech Day 2019](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/07/15/speech-day-2019/) - St Wystan’s marked the end of the academic year with their annual speech day and prize giving ceremony at Pears School, Repton. - [Fisayo gets Silver and Personal Best at the ISA National Athletics Championships](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/06/19/fisayo-gets-silver-and-personal-best-at-the-isa-national-athletics-championships/) - Huge congratulations to Fisayo who got silver in the Year 6 boys long jump at the ISA National Athletics Championships today and achieved a personal best of 4.37m! - [Derby Arts Success for Year 1 Harpist](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/05/03/derby-arts-success-for-year-1-harpist/) - Huge congratulations to our very talented Year 1 pupil Effie who achieved first place harp (second overall strings), 2nd place duet with her teacher and 3rd place ensemble at the Derby Arts Festival. - [Derby Arts Award Merits to Year 3 Girls](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/05/09/derby-arts-award-merits-to-year-3-girls/) - Congratulations to Year 3 girls Molly and Dulcie who were awarded merits in the 10 year olds and under. - [Year 4 Awarded Merits from Derby Arts Festival](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/05/10/year-4-awarded-merits-from-derby-arts-festival/) - Well done to our very talented Year 4 pupils Ava and Haris who were both awarded Merits in the Verse Speaking category of the Derby Arts Festival. Congratulations to you both. - [Eisha meets Judy Murray](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/05/22/eisha-meets-judy-murray/) - St Wystan’s rising tennis star Eisha, was fortunate to meet Judy Murray! - [Our Inspirational Pupil Audrina to be Mascot at Wembley Final](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/05/24/kindergarten-pupil-audrina-to-be-mascot-at-wembley-final/) - Our Inspirational Pupil Audrina to be Mascot at Wembley Final. - [7 Scholarships awarded to our Year 6 Pupils!](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/03/26/7-scholarships-awarded-to-our-year-6-pupils/) - It has been a very busy term for everyone, but especially our Year 6 pupils and we are pleased that we can now announce the Senior School results for this academic year. - [New! Music Time Sessions for Pre-School](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/03/05/new-music-time-sessions-for-pre-school/) - We are delighted to announce we will be hosting sessions from Tracey at Music Time; magical music and movement classes. - [Further Tennis Success for Eisha!](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2019/02/06/further-tennis-success-for-eisha/) - Congratulations and very well done to Eisha, Y4 pupil who won the Midlands Winter County Tour for David Lloyd Derby Girls 9U. - [Eisha is the David Lloyds U8 National Champion](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/12/05/eisha-is-the-david-lloyds-u8-national-champion/) - [Singing Success for Sophia](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/12/05/singing-success-for-sophia/) - [Clevertouch boards - St Wystan's embrace technology in the classroom](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/11/07/st-wystans-embrace-technology-in-the-classroom-with-clevertouch-boards/) - [Congratulations to Eisha](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/10/08/congratulations-to-eisha/) - [Welcome to our Kindergarten Class of 2018](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/09/07/welcome-to-our-kindergarten-class-of-2018/) - [St Wystan's Achieve the School Games Gold Mark Award](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/09/06/st-wystans-achieve-the-school-games-gold-mark-award/) - [A fantastic day for the Tennis team at Mount St. Mary's College for the Derbyshire School Games County Finals](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/07/11/a-fantastic-day-for-the-tennis-team-at-mount-st-marys-college-for-the-derbyshire-school-games-county-finals/) - [Terrific Scientific - St Wystan's awarded ‘School of Excellence’ status.](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/07/09/terrific-scientific-st-wystans-awarded-school-of-excellence-status/) - [A stunning open air performance of Midsummer Night’s Dream by the Uppers' Drama Club](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/06/29/a-stunning-open-air-performance-of-midsummer-nights-dream-by-the-uppers-drama-club/) - [Year 1 & Year 2 take part in the South Derbyshire Active Schools Partnership Mini Olympics](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/06/21/year-1-y2-take-part-in-the-south-derbyshire-active-schools-partnership-mini-olympics/) - [Year 6 are invited to a Science Masterclass with Repton’s Head of Science](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/06/15/year-6-spend-the-afternoon-at-repton-school-science-department/) - [Phonics Information Evening](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/06/20/phonics-information-evening/) - [Fisayo represents St Wystan's in ISA National Athletics at Alexander Stadium](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/06/19/fisayo-represents-st-wystans-in-isa-national-athletics-at-alexander-stadium/) - [Fisayo to represent the Midlands Team in the ISA National Athletics](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/06/15/fisayo-to-represent-the-midlands-team-in-the-isa-national-athletics/) - [Royal Wedding Celebrations](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/05/18/royal-wedding-celebrations/) - [St Wystan’s Day Service](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/05/25/st-wystans-day-service/) - [Peter & Dylan’s 10k Run](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/2018/05/29/peter-dylans-10k-run/) ## Pages - [Home](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/) - Independent Preparatory School for Boys and Girls aged 4 to 11 years. - [Safeguarding at St Wystan's School](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/safeguarding-at-st-wystans-school/) - At St Wystan's School, safeguarding is of paramount importance to us and our staff are fully committed to offering strong pastoral care. - [Staff & Governors](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/about-us/staff-governors/) - Find out more about the staff employed at St Wystans and our Governors here. - [Employment Opportunities](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/about-us/employment-opportunities/) - St Wystan’s School is an independent day school for boys and girls aged 4 to 11 and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. - [Fees & Funding](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/admissions/fees-funding/) - Our fees include all academic tuition, snacks and most extra curricular activities. - [School Policies](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/about-us/policies/) - St Wystan’s School regularly reviews its extensive programme of policy documents. Our school community are aware of changes and follow procedures accordingly. - [Contact Us](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/contact-us/) - If you would like more information about the school or would like to arrange a personal tour, please do not hesitate to contact us. St Wystan’s School & Nursery, Main Street, Repton, Derbyshire, DE65 6GE - [Friends of St Wystan's](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/about-us/friends-of-st-wystans/) - The Friends of St Wystan’s are a group of parents and staff fuelled by enthusiasm and cake! The events and initiatives organised help to raise funds. - [Uniform](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/school-life/uniform/) - St Wystan’s Prep upholds its strong reputation for pupils’ good manners and smart appearance. For more information, please read the uniform and equipment guide. - [Scholarships & Bursaries](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/admissions/scholarships-bursaries/) - Children who demonstrate exceptional ability, either academically or in a specific area such as Sport or Music will be considered for a scholarship. - [Assessment & Reporting](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/school-life/assessment-reporting/) - At St Wystan’s, our curriculum is focused upon the children and our assessments help support our teachers in providing individualised support for each child. Our skilled teachers utilise assessments to check each child’s progress and inform teaching and learning. This ensures that each child is receiving the support or challenge that they need to reach their full potential. - [Term Dates](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/school-life/term-dates/) - Full term dates for the academic year 2025/2026 at St Wystan's School, Repton can be found here. - [Pastoral Care](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/school-life/pastoral-care/) - An outstanding aspect of our school is pastoral care. Our staff take pride in the supportive and respectful relationship we enjoy with our pupils and parents. - [The School Day](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/prep-school-day/) - St Wystan’s school day is designed to provide maximum opportunity for pupils to explore, discover and be challenged in academic and extra curricular pursuits. - [St Wystan's School Life](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/school-life/) - St Wystan’s aim to give children the knowledge, skills and understanding they need to lead confident, healthy and independent lives. It helps them understand how they are developing physically, emotionally and socially, in a safe environment with a positive and supportive ethos. - [The Wider Curriculum](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/beyond-the-classroom/the-wider-curriculum/) - The School visits galleries, museums and theatres, as well as rural field centres and residential trips, including the Year 5/6 trip to France. - [School Sport](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/academic-curriculum/sports/) - High-quality PE and sport are central to life at St Wystan’s Prep, boosting achievement, developing communication, and promoting healthy, active lifestyles. - [Beyond the Classroom](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/beyond-the-classroom/) - Here at St Wystan’s we firmly believe that extending teaching beyond the classroom enriches your child's education, making it more interesting and meaningful. Our extensive range of activities ensures that the unique and natural talents of every child are recognised and encouraged. - [Academic Success](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/the-educational-journey/academic-success/) - We have strong relationships with senior schools from independent to state, and children are exceptionally well prepared to continue their educational journey. - [Academic Curriculum](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/academic-curriculum/) - At St Wystan’s, learning is fun, child-centred and engaging. Maths and English are taught on a daily basis to ensure core skills are consolidated and extended. - [Reception](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/reception/) - St Wystan’s Reception is a warm, friendly and welcoming environment, perfect for nurturing the youngest members of our main school. - [Our History](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/about-us/our-history/) - St Wystan’s is steeped in history. Founded by Lady Fisher in 1926, wife of the then Headmaster of Repton School, who later became the Archbishop of Canterbury. - [Headteacher's Welcome](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/about-us/headteachers-welcome/) - All our pupils have the opportunity to shine in small classes, enjoy and gain the most from their formative years with laughter and encouragement. - [Our Aims & Ethos](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/about-us/aims-ethos/) - Our aims and ethos underpin all that we do at St Wystan's, we offer pupils a calm, secure, happy family environment, encouraging pupils to think for themselves. - [Admissions Process](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/admissions/admissions-procedures/) - Thank you for visiting our website. We would be delighted to speak to you about the steps you need to take in order to find out more about our wonderful school. - [Admissions](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/admissions/) - St Wystan's School is a non-selective school, priding itself on a pupil population of wide-ranging abilities and backgrounds. - [Open Days & Events](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/admissions/open-days-events/) - See what a St Wystan’s education can offer. It is more affordable than you may think and is certainly an investment in your child’s future. - [Inspection Reports](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/about-us/inspection-reports/) - We are delighted that the Independent Schools Inspection (ISI) awarded us “Excellent” for the quality of pupils’ personal development. - [Sample Page](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/sample-page/) - [About Us](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/about-us/) - At St Wystan’s, every child is recognised and cherished for their individual strengths and characteristics, in an inspiring teaching and learning environment. - [Request a Prospectus](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/admissions/request-a-prospectus/) - The first steps in your admissions journey with St Wystan's is to request our prospectus. This offers you a true sense of the School and our values - [Privacy Policy](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/cookie-policy/) - The policy sets out the different areas where user privacy is concerned and outlines the obligations & requirements of the users, the website and website owners. Furthermore the way this website processes, stores and protects user data and information will also be detailed within this policy. - [The Educational Journey](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/the-educational-journey/) - St Wystan's School is a small independent prep school for children aged 4 to 11 years old. Located in Repton, pupils start at St Wystan's in Reception. - [Lunch Menus](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/school-life/lunch-menus/) - All meals are freshly prepared and cooked on the premises by our very own experienced cooks in our on-site kitchen. Pupils are offered a balanced diet which includes hot and cold meals, a salad bar and a vegetarian choice. - [Pre School and After School Care](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/school-life/pre-school-and-after-school-care/) - 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. - [Reception Topic Web](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/kindergarten-topic-web/) - [Reception Timetable](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/kindergarten-timetable/) - [Form 1 Topic Web](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/form-1-topic-web/) - [Form 4 Topic Web](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/form-4-topic-web/) - [Form 5 Topic Web](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/form-5-topic-web/) - [Form 1 Timetable](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/form-1-timetable/) - [Form 6 Timetable](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/form-6-timetable/) - [Form 5 Timetable](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/form-5-timetable/) - [Form 4 Timetable](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/form-4-timetable/) - [Form 3 Timetable](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/form-3-timetable/) - [Form 2 Timetable](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/form-2-timetable/) - [Form 6 Topic Web](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/form-6-topic-web/) - [Nursery Timetable](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/nursery-timetable/) - [Form 3 Topic Web](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/form-3-topic-web/) - [Form 2 Topic Web](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/form-2-topic-web/) - [Nursery Topic Web](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/parents/nursery-topic-web/) - [Nursery School Day](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/nursery/nursery-day/) - We offer flexible patterns of attendance to ensure that we can meet parents’ needs, together with wrap-around care for those people who require it. - [Prospectus](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/admissions/prospectus/) - [The Repton Family of Schools](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/the-repton-family-of-schools/) - St Wystan’s and Repton School have always enjoyed a very close relationship and in September 2020, St Wystan’s became a part of the Repton family of schools. - [SWS @ Home](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/about-us/sws-home/) - New remote learning provisions for St Wystan's School, including parental guidance for how to maintain family wellbeing. - [School Facilities](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/about-us/facilities/) - The facilities at St Wystan’s include a specialist computer suite, library and expansive music teaching room. Whilst outdoor learning is encouraged with our Forest School programme. - [Leavers' Destinations](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/the-educational-journey/academic-success/leavers-destinations/) - We are extremely proud of our record of success in independent senior entrance, with pupils gaining places at the school of their choice. - [Enquiry Form](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/admissions/admissions-procedures/enquiry-form/) - We love showing prospective families around our wonderful school. To arrange a visit please complete the form on this page or contact our school office on 01283 703258. - [Terms and Conditions - App](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/terms-and-conditions-app/) - [Calendar](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/school-life/calendar/) - Find out what's happening at St Wystan's School in the next few months! - [Pupils](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/pupils/) - Find out more about life as a pupil at St Wystans here. - [Contact](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/contact/) - Find out how you can contact our school here. - [Governors](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/governors/) - Find out more about our Governors here. ## Events - [Test Event](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/event/test-event/) - [St Wystan's Summer Fete](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/event/st-wystans-summer-fete/) - [St Wystan's Open Day](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/event/st-wystans-open-day/) - [Working Open Day](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/event/working-open-day/) ## Staff - [Mrs Madeleine Payne](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/miss-madeleine-whitten/) - [Mrs Danielle Lewis](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mrs-danielle-lewis/) - [Mrs Catherine Ralph](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/catherine-ralph/) - [Miss Jessica Watkins](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/miss-jessica-watkins/) - [Mr Laurence Penna](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mr-laurence-penna-2/) - [Mrs Emma Weston](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mrs-emma-weston-2/) - [Mr Laurence Penna](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mr-laurence-penna/) - [Mrs Emma Weston](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mrs-emma-weston/) - [Miss Nicole Dunn](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/miss-nicole-dunn/) - [Ms Anne-Marie Lawrence](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/ms-anne-marie-lawrence/) - [Mrs Lizzie Hairsine](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mrs-lizzie-hairsine/) - [Mr Kes James](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mr-kes-james/) - [Ms Emma Gray](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/ms-emma-gray/) - [Ms Kara Lebihan](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/ms-kara-lebihan/) - [Mr Richard Pickersgill](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mr-richard-pickersgill/) - [Mrs Beth Bennett](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mrs-beth-bennett/) - [Mrs Fabienne Jones](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mrs-fabienne-jones/) - [Mrs Andrea Pearce](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mrs-andrea-pearce/) - [Mrs Kathryn Bradley](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mrs-kathryn-bradley/) - [Mrs Vickie Barnatt](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mrs-vickie-barnatt/) - [Ms Natasha Lomas](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/ms-natasha-lomas/) - [Mr Paul Stone](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mr-paul-stone/) - [Mrs Rachel Dissington](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mrs-rachel-dissington/) - [Mrs Debra Gundel](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mrs-debra-gundel/) - [Mrs Bridget Kay](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/mrs-bridget-kay/) - [Miss Haley Crook](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/staff/miss-haley-crook/) ## Categories - [Uncategorised](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/category/uncategorised/) - [Sport](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/category/sport/) - [Pre Prep](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/category/pre-prep/) - [Prep](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/category/prep/) - [School](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/category/school/) - [Music](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/category/music/) - [Charity](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/category/school/charity/) - [Nursery](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/category/nursery/) ## Tags - [Audrina](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/tag/audrina/) ## Staff Groups - [Senior Leadership Team](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/department/senior-leadership-team/) - [Teaching Staff](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/department/teaching-staff/) - [Specialist Teachers](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/department/specialist-teachers/) - [Teaching Assistants](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/department/teaching-assistants/) - [Non-Teaching Staff](https://www.stwystans.org.uk/department/non-teaching-staff/)