Copthorne Prep School is a leading independent school for boys and girls aged 2-11 years and part of the award-winning Caterham Family of Schools.
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Why Is Water Important? Year 5 Investigate
“Why is water important?” It’s one of our big Global questions for Year 5! As part their studies, the pupils headed out to find some answers first-hand at the Flow…
Run, Run Reception! Meet Our Gingerbread Characters
This week in English, our Reception pupils have been getting to know the Gingerbread Man a little better. What is he like? Is he cheeky, speedy, brave, or just a…
The Big Bad Wolf Takes the Year 2 Hot Seat
Year 2 had a very special visitor this week, and he was not at all what they expected. Mrs Richardson took her place at the front of the classroom as…
Building Friendships One Brick at a Time
The children are loving their Lego club! Every week, our Lego builders gather around a big pile of bricks and the first thing you notice is the conversation. Children who…
Supporting Crawley Open House
Last week, the whole school celebrated Harvest Festival. During the week, we discussed where our food comes from, how it is grown, the importance of helping others, and being thankful…
EYFS Bean Soup and Beanstalks
Every week, Pre-School and Reception participate in a series of activities as part of our transition programme from Bumblebees to Reception. This also provides an opportunity for Reception children to…
Very Hungry Caterpillars Munch Through the Week
This week in Nursery, our book and theme of the week has been The Very Hungry Caterpillar. We have had lots of fun making our very own caterpillars using potato…
Quick Facts Programme Builds Fluency in Maths
As part of our homework approach from Year 1 to Year 6, all pupils take part in our bespoke Quick Facts programme. Each week, children will be asked to practise…
Children can begin their education with us from age 2 in our Flying Start Nursery and continue through to Year 6 before moving on to senior school.
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Why Choose Copthorne Prep?
Ensuring that our pupils have the skills and knowledge to thrive in a fast-changing world, alongside a first class academic education, is one of our core priorities.
Our Global curriculum adopts an enquiry led approach to learning so that our pupils can explore and apply knowledge and skills in context to real life situations, giving them a better understanding of their place in the world.
We believe that when children are happy, inspired, and supported, they thrive; not only in their learning, but in their growth as confident, curious, and compassionate individuals. Our aim is to create an environment where every pupil is empowered to explore their potential, embrace challenges, and develop the skills and character needed to flourish in an ever-changing world.
At Copthorne Prep, we are proud to lead the way in educational excellence as part of an award-winning approach to learning and teaching. We are ambitious for our pupils, but above all ensure learning is fun. Our teachers aim to kindle a passion for learning, for self-reflection and self-challenge, creating a holistic learning environment where children feel comfortable and hungry to extend their learning.
As part of the Caterham Family of Schools, pupils in Year 5 benefit from early offers to Caterham School. The Early Offer pathway at Copthorne Prep strengthens and smooths the transition for pupils who would thrive at Caterham School.
This removes the hurdle of the 11+ entry exam, with offers awarded in the Summer Term of Year 5.
Come and experience for yourself what makes a Copthorne education unique.
We would love to welcome you our School at an upcoming visitor morning or private tour.
Our daughter is really enjoying her time at Copthorne. I’m so proud of her and blown away by the education your school offers. The transformation in both our children has been incredible to see. I am extremely grateful to you all.
Year 5 parent
