Kingsley Prep School · North Devon

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The only school in the UK with a Surf Academy embedded in the curriculum · Personal visits available year-round

NEW for 2025–26: Prep School Scholarships in Gymnastics & Judo — now open for Years 3–6

Why Kingsley Prep

A school where every face is known and every voice is heard.

Parents often describe Kingsley Prep as a second family — a place where children are treated with genuine care. Here, children feel safe, valued and confident to grow.

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We provide an inclusive and inspiring education from Early Years to Year 6, rooted in kindness, shaped by the outdoors and inspired by our unique coastal setting in North Devon.

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The only school in the UK with a Surf Academy in the curriculum

Children build water confidence from Early Years, progressing to surfing from Year 1. We are the first and only Surfing England School of Excellence.

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Small classes and a genuine family feel

Every child is known. Wraparound care, strong relationships and a culture of encouragement where every pupil can flourish.

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Outstanding SEND & wellbeing provision

Non-selective and truly inclusive. Holders of the national Wellbeing Award for Schools and the only school in Devon & Cornwall with CReSTeD accreditation.

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Forest School, robotics, languages, music and more

An expansive curriculum delivered by specialist teachers from the earliest years. Children broaden their horizons while building a lifelong love of learning.

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Sport for every child

Tag rugby, football, judo, netball, gymnastics and athletics — plus access to Senior School specialist sports staff and facilities from Prep.

New for 2025–26

Prep School Scholarships in
Gymnastics & Judo

We are proud to launch our first Prep School sport scholarships, available to children in Years 3–6. If your child has a passion for gymnastics or judo — whether they are just starting out or already competing — we’d love to hear from you.

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Gymnastics Scholarship

Bespoke facilities for floor, trampoline and vaulting. Our coaches have nurtured national and international gymnasts — including a National All-Around Silver medallist in 2025.

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Judo Scholarship

Bespoke facilities for floor, trampoline and vaulting. Our coaches have nurtured national and international gymnasts — including a National All-Around Silver medallist in 2025.

Scholarships are awarded on individual merit. Register your interest and our admissions team will be in touch.

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Core Curriculum

Literacy, numeracy and STEM from the earliest years. Robotics, problem-solving and stretch for every learner.

Surf & Coastal Learning

The only school in the UK with Surf Academy in the curriculum. Ocean confidence, safety and adventure from Year 1.

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Forest School

Confidence and self-esteem grown outdoors through structured, nature-based activities throughout the year.

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Music & Arts

Music woven into school life from the earliest years. Instrumental lessons from Year 2, drama, art and design.

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STEM & Robotics

Gold Space Education Quality Mark — one of only four schools in the UK recognised for excellence in space education.

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Languages & Global Minds

Languages and environmental education delivered by specialist teachers, building curious and compassionate global citizens.

What makes Kingsley Prep genuinely different

The only school in the UK with a Surf Academy embedded in the curriculum

First and only Surfing England School of Excellence

Gold Space Education Quality Mark — one of four schools in the UK

National Wellbeing Award for Schools holders

CReSTeD accredited — only school in Devon & Cornwall for outstanding SEND

Purpose-built Connect Centre for children with complex neurodiverse profiles

Non-selective, inclusive and proudly welcoming to all children and families

“There is no other place where all of my children — with different needs — could be supported and celebrated in the same school.”

Kingsley Parent

“Kingsley gave my daughter the tools to be strong — academically, socially, emotionally. She has her sparkle back.”