Inspection Reports
We take immense pride in our recognition from educational bodies, parents, and the wider community.
These accolades reflect our unwavering commitment to providing a nurturing and enriching environment for our pupils. We are deeply grateful for the trust and support of our families and the community. These recognitions inspire us to continue fostering a joyful and stimulating learning environment for every child at Barfield Prep School.
Independent Schools Inspectorate Report & Feedback:
In June 2023, the Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded us the highest rating of “Excellent” across all eight inspection areas. This prestigious accolade underscores our dedication to delivering outstanding education and pastoral care.
Esteemed publications have also highlighted our unique qualities:
“A small co-ed prep school with a big family feel and very good results – all set on an idyllic 12 acres with a high-ropes course, zip-wire, and a quad-biking track.”
Muddy Stilettos: see full review here
“With its warm, family atmosphere and exceptional outdoor-pursuits department, Barfield Prep School is hard to beat.”
Talk Education: see full review here
“We saw warm relationships between pupils and their teachers who infused lessons with interaction and humour. A school where pupils thrive in the nurturing environment and where staff know every child. Great focus on the outdoors too.”
Good Schools Guide: see full review here
The heartfelt feedback from our parents speaks volumes about the Barfield experience:
“We have two very different children personality wise and Barfield has managed to bring the best out in each of them. I would say it is a school that creates an environment all children can thrive in.“
Current Parent
“I just wanted to say an enormous thank you to the incredible team at Barfield for making our son feel so welcome. The moment I saw Barfield, I saw a place where he could have the potential to thrive, but I didn’t think it would take him only seven weeks to feel so at home, so happy, and so confident. That is thanks to you all.”
Mrs Tulloch – Former Parent
“We love the facilities, the passionate staff and the feel you get when you walk around the School.”
Current Parent
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Beyond Barfield
Pupils embark on exciting new journeys at the end of Year 6, heading to a diverse range of top senior schools, both day and boarding.
