Welcome to Oakfields Preparatory School
Oakfields Preparatory School is an independent day school located in Upminster, where tradition meets dynamism, creating an extraordinary pathway of opportunities for pupils aged 2½ to 11.
At Oakfields, we prioritise small class sizes and provide a nurturing and stimulating environment. We are dedicated to delivering a bespoke and enriched curriculum tailored to each child's needs. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond academics; we prioritise the holistic development of each child, fostering their caring nature and building confidence.
We offer an energetic and diverse range of extra-curricular activities and enrichment programmes aimed at increasing learning opportunities for all children, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
Thank you for taking the time to find out more about us. We are immensely proud of our school, our staff and more particularly our children because they are our greatest ambassadors. They are curious, enthusiastic, respectful, articulate, hard-working and fun-loving. They have the confidence to fulfil their dreams and ambitions.
“To truly experience the buzz and excitement of the school, I encourage you to pay us a visit. We look forward to meeting you.”
- Matthew Booth, Headteacher
Excellent in all areas
We are proud to have been awarded the highest possible grade: double EXCELLENT in our 2022 ISI Inspection.
As well as being fully compliant in every aspect of the Regulatory Compliance Inspection, it was determined that the children’s academic achievement is "Excellent" and the children’s personal development is "Excellent".
Academic Excellence at every phase.
Our teaching and learning approach ensures that every child benefits from our enhanced curriculum, typically operating one year ahead. This allows pupils to make rapid progress, challenge themselves, and embrace new subjects with enthusiasm and curiosity.
We take immense pride in our reputation for supporting pupils to achieve outstanding results and entry to some of the country's top Senior Schools.
Oakfields Preparatory School Earns Woodland Trust’s Gold Green Tree Schools Award
We’re absolutely delighted to share that we have been awarded the Gold Award by the Woodland Trust.
This recognition celebrates our ongoing commitment to sustainability, outdoor learning and caring for the world around us. From tree celebrations and nature-based learning to wildlife conservation and tree dressing, every activity has helped our pupils connect more deeply with nature and nurture a lifelong love for the outdoors.
We’re excited to continue growing our eco-initiatives and inspiring our children to make a positive difference to their future and the planet.
We are proud to have the Millie’s Mark award.
Oakfields has been awarded Millie’s Mark, a special endorsement that highlights our commitment to going above and beyond in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children.
This achievement reflects the dedication and expertise of our Early Years staff, who have all completed paediatric first aid training and demonstrated competence and confidence in applying it in practice. Beyond meeting the minimum requirements, Millie’s Mark recognises that we have robust procedures and documentation in place, providing parents with even greater reassurance about their children’s safety.
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We’re so proud of our Year 6 pupils and all they’ve achieved, and we’re excited to share where their next chapter will take them.
First up is Joshua, who’s here to tell us where he’s heading for senior school. Well done, Joshua - we’re all so proud of you! 🎓
#Oakfields #WhereAnythingIsPossible #11+Results #SuccessStory
Last week, our Year 2s had the best time at Stubbers! From grass sledging and climbing walls to archery and paddling on the Bell Boat, it was a brilliant day all round. 🧗🏻🛶
A big well done to Year 1A for a brilliant sharing assembly! 🌟
They showed their families how our Oakfields values are woven into everything we learn and do – from Maths to Art and beyond.
A lovely reminder that learning here is about more than just lessons, it’s about who we are and how we grow. 💙
#Okfields #WhereAnythingIsPossible #SchoolAssembly
We’re kicking off our Meet the Teachers series, and who better to start with than Katie McGuire, our Head of Upper School and 6M Class Teacher!
Interviewed by some of our Year 6 pupils, Katie shares what she loves about teaching at Oakfields, what she gets up to outside the classroom… and even answers a surprise question at the end!
From tapas and traditional Spanish dancing to exploring the Real Casino de Murcia and practising their Spanish with pupils at our sister schools, @elislimonarinternationalschool and @ellimonarvillamartin – it’s been an incredible week in Murcia for our Year 6 pupils 🇪🇸
They’ve had such a brilliant time, we wouldn’t be surprised if a few start showing off their flamenco moves back at school 😄
#OakfieldsPrep #ResidentialTrip #cognitaschool
Yesterday, our pupils came in proudly dressed to represent their countries and heritage as we celebrated Cultural Diversity Day! A wonderful reminder of the many cultures that make up our school community. 🌍
What a brilliant day our athletes had yesterday at the ISA Regional Athletics Meet!
A huge well done to everyone who took part – including Kamilla and our fantastic Year 4 Relay Team – and congratulations on bringing home 17 medals for Oakfields. 🏅👏🏼
Thank you to our amazing Sports Team and the parents who came along to cheer us on. We couldn’t have done it without you! 💙
Next stop: Birmingham Arena for all five! 💪🏼
What a night! Our team looked very glam at the PTA Summer Ball at Warley Park on Friday night. ✨
Huge thanks to everyone who helped make it so special!💙
Stunning facilities to learn and grow.
First-time visitors to our school are always impressed by the scale and range of facilities on offer at Oakfields. Set in a Grade II-listed mansion with bright and airy classrooms within seven acres of stunning grounds, our children have the space to learn and grow. The three-acre field in front of the school is used daily during playtimes and is also used for P.E. lessons, including Cross-Country Running, Rugby, Rounders and Athletics.
The school is set in the main house, where many of the impressive historic features remain. It also has a Library and a separate Hall that serves multiple purposes, hosting assemblies, P.E. lessons, and also functions as our dining area.
Our Exceptional Nursery.
We understand that parents want to give their children the best possible start in life. Our vibrant and nurturing Nursery, now located within our brand new Early Years Village, offers children the opportunity to take their first steps on their educational journey in a warm and nurturing environment.
The formative years of a child’s education are ones of excitement, exploration and discovery, where they will begin to make friends, experience new opportunities and learn about a world beyond the secure confines of their immediate home life.
A unique learning experience.
Oakfields Prep is a happy and vibrant independent day school in Upminster, offering a bespoke and holistic education.
2½ - 4 years old
4 - 5 years old
5 - 8 years old
8 - 11 years old