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Nurturing young minds since 1926 🌟 | Independent day school in Romsey for ages 2-11 | Where curiosity meets excellence in our Preparatory and Nursery settings | Proudly part of the KES family

07/09/2026

Tiddlers is back this Wednesday!

After the long summer holiday, we’re excited to welcome everyone back to the KES Prep Nursery for Tiddlers, our original free weekly Stay & Play.

Designed for children aged one and above and their grownups, Tiddlers includes time for purposeful play, fun activities, and a magical music session led by one of our specialist teachers. This is a relaxed and engaging opportunity to play, explore and enjoy our nursery environment. Whether you are a parent, grandparent or childminder, all are very welcome!

🗓️Wednesday (during term time)
⏰9.15am to 10.15am
📍King Edward VI Preparatory School & Nursery, Romsey

📢Look out for our Forest Tiddlers session coming soon! Visit our website for more information: https://ow.ly/iqK650ZJvjC

05/09/2026

You’ll understand when you visit our school…

How we make the most of our beautiful 22-acre site, creating opportunities for children to learn and grow beyond the classroom. How we nurture independent thinkers with curiosity, kindness and determination. How we prepare young people not only for their next steps, but for their Boundless Futures.

Join us at King Edward VI Preparatory School and Nursery for our Open Morning on Friday 16 October and experience our Whole School in Action.

Reserve your place today at: https://ow.ly/jCHB50ZIExJ

🗓️ Friday 16 October
⏰9.30am to 11.00am
📍King Edward VI Preparatory School & Nursery, Romsey

Meet our Headmistress and teaching staff, and see how our children flourish in a nurturing and inspiring environment. Experience the values, traditions and sense of community that have been at the heart of our school for 100 years.

03/09/2026

Shaping futures since 1926!

As we welcome the children back for the start of the autumn term, we proudly celebrate 100 years of our school's history. This significant milestone gives us the opportunity to reflect on a century of inspiring young minds, nurturing talents and shaping boundless futures.

Our original proprietorial school was founded at Stroud House, Grayswood, Surrey, in 1926. It was a small day school with around 25 boys. In 1946, the school moved to Zeals House, near Mere in Wiltshire, before settling at its present location between Romsey and Wi******er in 1953.

After more than fifty years of stewardship by the Sanger-Davies family, the school became part of the King Edward VI family of schools in 2012. This marked the start of an exciting new era while preserving the values and spirit that had long defined Stroud. This evolution continued with our transition to King Edward VI Preparatory School in September 2024 and the formation of the KES Group in 2026.

At our recent centenary celebration launch event, our Head, Mrs Rebecca Smith said, "We are incredibly proud of our past. We are deeply grateful for our present community. And we are hugely excited for the future we are building together."

Slide 1 & 2: Paton’s List of Schools and Tutors 1961
Slide 3: Schools (Truman & Knightley) 1965
Slide 4: John Porter, Grayswood 1943

19/08/2026

Come and see us at The Romsey Show!

We are pleased to announce that King Edward VI Preparatory School & Nursery is returning to The Romsey Show as Livestock Class Sponsors this September.

Visit us opposite the main entrance to collect your free child ID wristbands and learn more about our wonderful school. With flexible bus routes, an extensive range of co-curricular clubs, free nursery stay-and-play sessions, and year-round holiday club provision, we provide a nurturing and enriching environment that offers something for everyone in our community.

👉The Romsey Show
📍Broadlands Park Romsey
📅Saturday 12 September
🚸 Under 12s go free (no ticket required)

Romsey Show

17/08/2026

There’s still so much to enjoy at KES Holiday Camp this summer! 🌞

This week's trips 🚍✨
On Tuesday 18 August we’ll be taking our YR - YR3 group to Longdown Activity Farm, and on Wednesday 19 August we’ll be taking the Y4+ group to Aero Trek at Calshot Activities Centre.

Next week: Into the wild 🌳🧭
We’re adding an adventurous twist to the end of summer! Join us from Wednesday 26 August to Friday 28 August, as we introduce a special themed programme: Into the Wild! The children will explore everything from shelter building and catapult making to tracking and trip-wire challenges in three fun-packed final days!

👉 Book now at https://bit.ly/4wXUYHA

All activities have been designed to be age appropriate, with younger and older children following slightly different versions of the programme. The days will still include the familiar ingredients of KES Holiday Camp, including plenty of play, time outdoors, swimming and opportunities to relax between activities. Come and join us!

12/08/2026

Our Year 6 pupils had a fantastic time in Normandy on what was a wonderful final residential trip before moving on to Senior School.

During the visit, they explored Pegasus Bridge, experienced the Circular Cinema, and paid their respects at the British Normandy Memorial, learning more about the history of the D-Day landings. Another highlight was ordering lunch in Arromanches independently and putting their language skills into practice in a real-life setting.

They spent an action-packed day at Bayeux Aventure Parc, where fun, teamwork, and adventure were the order of the day, before finishing with delicious ice cream at 'La Hazerie'. Most importantly, this trip was about making memories. Together, the children shared new experiences, strengthened friendships, and enjoyed special moments with their teachers. The laughter, enthusiasm, and camaraderie made this a truly unforgettable adventure.

As they prepare to take the next exciting step into Senior School, this trip was the perfect final hurrah for our Year 6 pupils—a celebration of friendship, independence, and all they have achieved together.

Merci, Normandie, for the memories!

10/08/2026

What a brilliant residential trip Year 4 have had at Hooke Court! From the moment they arrived, the children embraced every opportunity with enthusiasm, curiosity and a positive attitude!

The adventure began with an exciting exploration of forces, culminating in the launch of their own rockets. Throughout the residential, the children immersed themselves in a range of Viking-themed activities, including making runes, preparing food, building structures and learning about Viking life through hands-on experiences.

From start to finish, the children represented the school brilliantly, showing resilience, kindness, enthusiasm and excellent behaviour. The whole trip was full of learning, laughter, friendship and unforgettable memories, making it a truly wonderful experience for everyone involved.

Hooke Court

08/08/2026

Happy International Cat Day! 😺🐈

Today, we’re celebrating a very special member of our school family – Oreo! From supervising playtime and carrying out classroom inspections to basking in the sunshine and enjoying a well-earned snooze on the stairs, Oreo has always been a much-loved member of our school community. 🖤🤍

Cat Day
Slides 1-3: photographed by Julie Kaye Photography / The Lemonade Studio

03/08/2026

We’re thrilled to be featured in The Good Schools Guide!

Our sincere thanks to The Good Schools Guide for their recent visit and for this excellent, independent review of KES Prep: https://www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk/uk-schools/review/king-edward-vi-preparatory-school/licence/Z6RZOX3

As a guide proud of its impartial and honest assessments, it’s an honour for us to be included alongside such esteemed schools and local treasures.

“A charming, outdoorsy prep with a ‘big family’ feel where achievement goes hand in hand with a happy childhood.” – The Good Schools Guide

“Parents tell us their children ‘feel genuinely loved and cared for’ by their teachers.” The Good Schools Guide

30/07/2026

Our Year 3 to 6 Sports Day may have been a little later this year due to the hot weather, but it was certainly worth the wait! It was wonderful to see the children giving it their all with big smiles on their faces. A special thank you to our amazing sports staff for making it happen.

The children showcased their talents across a wide range of events, including shot put, javelin, long jump, high jump, hurdles, relay races and sprints. It was a wonderful opportunity for the whole school community to come together, celebrate achievement and enjoy a fun, memorable day filled with enthusiasm and school spirit.

Address

Highwood House, Highwood Lane
Romsey
SO519ZH

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30am
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm

Website

https://prep.kes.school/

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