“It is my great pleasure to welcome you to King Edward’s Pre-Prep and Junior School. As a sector-leading school for the primary years, we offer a dynamic, nurturing and academically ambitious environment in which every child is known, valued and inspired.”
At the heart of our School lies the conviction that children thrive when they feel happy, safe and motivated. Exceptional pastoral care underpins daily life, ensuring that each child enjoys warm, supportive relationships with peers and teachers, and develops the confidence, resilience and enthusiasm needed to embrace new challenges.
From hands-on exploration in the Early Years, to the curiosity and adventure that define our Pre-Prep, and the increasingly independent, specialist learning journey of Years 3–6, every stage has been thoughtfully designed to promote awe, wonder and a genuine love of learning.
King Edward’s has a long and rich tradition of academic and all-round educational excellence. These values are upheld within a dynamic, modern curriculum delivered by outstanding teachers who create learning experiences full of enjoyment, inspiration and individual discovery.
While we are currently based across our North Road and Weston Lane sites, 2027 will mark an exciting new chapter as we bring our Pre-Prep and Junior Schools together on the North Road campus. This significant development - a purpose-built, future-focused home for children aged 3 to 11 - will unite the very best of both communities under one roof. It represents a defining moment in King Edward’s long history, creating a single, inspiring environment where every child can flourish academically, socially and emotionally.
We will continue to build on the nurturing, family-centred ethos of the Pre-Prep, where children take their first steps into a world of discovery, and the rich, stimulating and adventurous culture of the Junior School, where curiosity is encouraged, talents are celebrated and every pupil is supported to grow in confidence and self-belief.
As we look to the future, we do so from a position of genuine strength - drawing on our tradition of academic excellence, our culture of care and our reputation as a school for adventurous minds. I would be delighted to welcome you to visit us, experience our community in action and discover what makes King Edward’s such a special place for children to learn and grow.
I look forward to welcoming your family to King Edward’s.
MR SEAN PRICE
HEAD OF THE PRE-PREP & JUNIOR SCHOOL
“It is my great pleasure to welcome you to King Edward’s Pre-Prep and Junior School. As a sector-leading school for the primary years, we offer a dynamic, nurturing and academically ambitious environment in which every child is known, valued and inspired.”
At the heart of our School lies the conviction that children thrive when they feel happy, safe and motivated. Exceptional pastoral care underpins daily life, ensuring that each child enjoys warm, supportive relationships with peers and teachers, and develops the confidence, resilience and enthusiasm needed to embrace new challenges.
From hands-on exploration in the Early Years, to the curiosity and adventure that define our Pre-Prep, and the increasingly independent, specialist learning journey of Years 3–6, every stage has been thoughtfully designed to promote awe, wonder and a genuine love of learning.
King Edward’s has a long and rich tradition of academic and all-round educational excellence. These values are upheld within a dynamic, modern curriculum delivered by outstanding teachers who create learning experiences full of enjoyment, inspiration and individual discovery.
While we are currently based across our North Road and Weston Lane sites, 2027 will mark an exciting new chapter as we bring our Pre-Prep and Junior Schools together on the North Road campus. This significant development - a purpose-built, future-focused home for children aged 3 to 11 - will unite the very best of both communities under one roof. It represents a defining moment in King Edward’s long history, creating a single, inspiring environment where every child can flourish academically, socially and emotionally.
We will continue to build on the nurturing, family-centred ethos of the Pre-Prep, where children take their first steps into a world of discovery, and the rich, stimulating and adventurous culture of the Junior School, where curiosity is encouraged, talents are celebrated and every pupil is supported to grow in confidence and self-belief.
As we look to the future, we do so from a position of genuine strength - drawing on our tradition of academic excellence, our culture of care and our reputation as a school for adventurous minds. I would be delighted to welcome you to visit us, experience our community in action and discover what makes King Edward’s such a special place for children to learn and grow.
I look forward to welcoming your family to King Edward’s.
MR SEAN PRICE
HEAD OF THE PRE-PREP & JUNIOR SCHOOL
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our new pre-prep and junior school
King Edward’s School is delighted to announce a major development that will bring our Pre-Prep and Junior Schools together on our North Road campus by September 2027. This transformational project will create a single, purpose-built school for children aged 3 to 11. |
“For pupils, it will open up a much wider range of opportunities from an earlier age. Younger children will have far greater access to facilities already available on the North Road site, including the theatre, sports hall, astroturf and specialist teaching spaces.”
SEAN PRICE, HEAD OF THE PRE-PREP AND JUNIOR SCHOOL
“Leadership in the early years is characterised by a willingness to allow freedom and innovation … This fosters a dynamic and responsive learning environment, underpinned by a strong sense of purpose and high expectations. Leaders demonstrate high levels of ambition and expertise, ensuring a clear commitment to pupils’ development”
ISI REPORT 2026
Our Location
The Pre-Prep and Junior School enjoys superb, dedicated facilities in its own purpose-built and award-winning accommodation in an enviable location on the southern slopes of the city.
The beautiful setting is enhanced by the National Trust land that borders the School, and we are within easy walking distance of Bath’s World Heritage city centre.
The School is situated on the same campus as the Senior School and benefits from its superb facilities, as well as a number of its wonderful teachers in specific subject areas. Each year, the vast majority of our pupils move up to the Senior School to continue their KES journey and to make the most of the amazing opportunities that await them there.
Watch the film below to find out more about school life:
First Steps at KES
As our key entry points, our Nursery and Reception offer an exciting and stimulating world in which to start school life and is the first step in a child's learning journey at King Edward's. A caring and nurturing approach ensures that every pupil thrives and develops a genuine love of learning.
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EXPLORE FIRST STEPS AT KES
ADVENTURES IN LEARNING
We believe that learning should be exciting, challenging and fun. Every day at King Edward’s Pre-Prep and Junior School brings new adventures in learning and provides our children with opportunities to push their boundaries. Whether in engaging lessons, stimulating trips and visits or the broad and varied co-curricular activities, our pupils will find plenty to suit their unique interests whilst developing the confidence to take the plunge into the new and unfamiliar. |
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“Learning is always fun and entertaining. It engages our brains.”
Current Pupil
Thriving and Flourishing
Pupils in the Pre-Prep and Junior School learn so much more in their time with us than simply what they are taught in their lessons; they learn to be curious, adventurous and self-reliant, to work successfully as individuals and as part of a team, and to develop skills for today which will also prepare them for the world tomorrow.
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“My son settled in wonderfully at KES. It is such a happy school and he has absolutely thrived and flourished. We could not be happier with our choice.”
Current Parent
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Brimming with Opportunities
Our co-curricular programme is varied and exciting, creating opportunities for the children to broaden their knowledge, to pursue their interests and talents, to stimulate passions or simply to try something new. “KES states that it’s a school for ‘adventurous minds’ and we agree. The engaging curriculum, wide creative arts offering and host of clubs, trips and academic competitions, should kindle curiosity and a love of learning in all pupils.”the good schools guide - 2025 |
Explore & Imagine
Take a 360 tour of our Pre-Prep and Junior School facilities, from our specialist science lab and design technology room, to our astro and ICT room.
HEAR FROM OUR STAFF
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Mrs MooresNursery Teacher
KES provides children with a rich, varied education and this is possible due to the careful deployment of wonderful staff. The children at Pre-Prep & Junior School are inquisitive and interested in everything and the staff are able to nurture their curiosity to maximise learning. |
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Mrs WellsYear 2 Teacher
Forest School trained and really enjoy getting children fully immersed in nature and encouraging them to explore their creativity with their hands. I am a strong believer that this creativity promotes self-esteem, confidence and independence and is also a lot of fun! |
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Mrs KnightEarly Years Co-ordinator and Reception Teacher
I love the freedom we have at KES to explore different methods of teaching, making it easy for me to cater for each individual child to ensure their learning is both deep and inspirational. |
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Miss BarnesDeputy Head and Year 1 Teacher
The staff at the Pre-Prep & Junior School are second to none, their enthusiasm and dedication to the development of all children is a joy to work with. |
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Mr RousellHead of Boys’ Games
At the Pre-Prep & Junior School, the most fulfilling part of my role is seeing the growth of our pupils over the weeks, terms and years. It's amazing to see how they develop as sports people and individuals. |
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Mrs PikeAssistant Head
Our school is nurturing to the needs of every individual. We are a community that cares for each other and believes that progress is an integral part of becoming who we are as people. |
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Mr CarterScience & Enrichment Co-ordinator and Teacher
KES is so welcoming and feels like one big family. The children are always happy, enthusiastic and curious. Learning at KES is truly an adventure!
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Miss AtkinsonYear 3 Teacher
One important element that is core to KES is the pastoral care. In the Pre-Prep & Junior School, the children are at the centre of everything and the staff work as a strong team to support every child's wellbeing and happiness. KES is a supportive second family to all involved. |
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Mr Roberts-WrayHead of Junior Art and DT
The School encourages innovation and experimentation; there is room for the individual, whether that person is a pupil or a member of staff. |
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Mrs ChapmanYear 4 Teacher and PSHE/RSE Lead
I believe the Junior School is totally unique in its ability to find what makes each child tick and to nurture and celebrate these alongside developing their confidence, self-esteem and curiosity as learners. Alongside an excellent and well-balanced curriculum, KES offers a wide range of activities and interests enabling children to flourish and develop the skills, attitudes and attributes to grow into well-balanced young people. |
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Mrs FullawayTeaching Assistant
I love how each child is encouraged to be the best that they can be. We strive to allow each child to shine and have a positive learning experience; that each subject is valued and taught to a high standard. |
MEET OUR PUPILS
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LoganHow would you describe the Junior School to a family looking to join the School?
It is fun and defiantly a school for adventurous minds. It is sporty and everyone will help you to fit in like they did to me when I joined. |
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SarayahWhat things do you enjoy most about being at the Junior School?
I really enjoy English lessons with Mrs Heaney. Mrs Heaney is a kind and funny teacher; she will always cheer you up! Science is fun too, because Mr Carter always comes up with fun lessons with experiments and feedback collecting! I love breaktimes because there are so many people who will want to be your friend! I am really happy in this school! |
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Lok YinWhat are some of the things you enjoy most about being at the Junior School?
I like the clubs offered at school. This year I have taken part in sailing and golf club. Both are really fun! I've improved in golf a lot and I'm also getting better at sailing. |
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MarnieWhat are some of the things you enjoy most about being at the Junior School?
I really love sport at the Junior School, because we do loads of different sports and activities from athletics and cricket to netball, hockey and rugby - its great! |
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KobeHow would you describe the Junior School to a family looking to join the School?
The Junior School is a fun place to be - you will make a lot of friends. At the end of the year, during Activities Week, we go on trips. In Year 3 and 4, we go to Hook Court, in Year 5 we go to Skern Lodge and in Year 6 we go to France. |
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JoshWhat are some of the things you enjoy most about being at the Junior School?
I enjoy all the subjects because they are all interesting and the teachers are all very kind. I also enjoy our residential trips and the responsibilities we are given to help our School and to make it amazing for everyone here. The fun is obviously endless at KES. I never want to leave. |
NEVER A DULL MOMENT
You can read about our latest adventures by clicking on some of our Pre-Prep and Junior School news below.
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026KES Bath Celebrates Exceptional 2026 ISI Report
King Edward's School awarded a rare 'Significant Strength' for pupil development in new ISI Report. Read more.
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Tue, 27 Jan 2026International Week at the Junior School
International Week at the Junior School brings language learning to life. Read more.
