Arnold House Prep School

About this day nursery

Arnold House School is an independent preparatory school for boys aged 3 to 13, located in St John's Wood, London. The school, founded in 1905, aims to provide an education that fosters academic rigour alongside a modern, boy-centred approach.

It emphasises whole-child development, exceptional pastoral care, and a strong sense of community, ensuring boys are not only prepared for top senior schools but also leave with strong values, confidence, and a clear sense of self. The curriculum nurtures curiosity and a love of discovery through its Pre-Prep (Early Years, Pre-Reception, Reception, Year 1) and Prep (Years 2-8) stages, focusing on learning habits for life.

A unique aspect is the weekly time spent at their Canons Park facility, offering outdoor learning, sports, and creative exploration in natural surroundings, complementing city life with fresh air and freedom. The school is committed to an all-boys education by choice, with tailored teaching methods and a specialist team to help each pupil thrive.

Arnold House prides itself on its diverse student body and has an admissions process designed to identify not just academic ability but also curiosity, character, and enthusiasm.

Our ethos

At Arnold House, our assessment process is designed to identify potential — not just academic ability, but the curiosity, character, and enthusiasm that suggest a boy will thrive in our well-rounded school community. We are looking for boys with a genuine interest in learning in its broadest sense, and whose interests extend beyond the classroom. Our values-led approach supports every aspect of their growth, building character, empathy and self-belief. We are all-boys by choice — not just by tradition. Every decision is made through the lens of how boys learn, grow and flourish best.