Welcome from the Head

Chard is in many ways a traditional prep school but it also has a unique atmosphere, partly due to the fact that our children learn in a beautiful building rich in historical background, but also the high staff to pupil ratio means we bring out the best in every child.

Our aim at Chard Prep School is to prepare boys and girls not only for their next school at 11 but also for a rapidly changing world and the many challenges that lie ahead. The care and attention that each child receives during their time with us, allied with the breadth of experiences both academic and extra-curricular, ensures children leave us with a sense of achievement, purpose, self-confidence and respect, both for themselves and all those around them. Some of these young people will go on to have careers in fields that are only just opening up, so right from the start we have to be mindful of the need to foster a sense of curiosity to enable these children to make the most of what will be on offer in the not too distant future.

We hope that your visit to our website gives you a flavour of what life is like here at Chard Prep School. Open Days take place regularly each term and we would be delighted to show you our school should you choose to book a tour. You can then see for yourselves what a very special place Chard Prep School is to start or continue your child’s educational journey. We look forward to meeting you.

Katie Hill
Headteacher 

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Chard School Head Teacher Katie Hill