Prep School

Welcome to St Mary’s School – a top prep school Hampstead

Welcome to our Prep School, where academic excellence and a nurturing environment continue to combine to help each girl flourish. St Mary’s provides a vibrant and inspiring educational journey. We believe in creating a balanced approach to learning, where children are encouraged to develop their intellectual curiosity, creativity, and social skills in a supportive and caring setting.

Our curriculum is designed to challenge and inspire, fostering a love of learning from the very first steps in the Early Years through to the transition to senior school. With a strong emphasis on academic rigour, we also ensure that each girl’s individual needs are met, providing a well-rounded education that nurtures their talents and interests.

In the Prep School, all are given the opportunity to thrive in a community that values both personal growth and achievement. We focus on preparing girls for their next stage of learning, equipping them with the confidence and skills needed for success.

Explore our sections on Lower School, Upper School, Academic Excellence, Creative Curriculum, STEAM, Music, Art, and 11+ Destinations to learn more about how we help every girl to develop and flourish.

Welcome to St Mary’s School, Hampstead

Our school strives to nurture an active partnership between home, school, parish, and the wider North London community. Situated in one of London’s most affluent and scenic areas, our school is an excellent choice for families in North London who want their daughters to receive a premier education in a safe, nurturing, and inspiring locale.

“Our St Mary’s Way is the spirit by which we live: to treat other people as you would like to be treated, to do your best to be your best, to be honest and truthful, to listen to each other, to be kind and helpful, to forgive, and to share.”

Charlotte Owen, Headmistress