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About Rydes Hill Preparatory School
At Rydes Hill, we offer outstanding education and pastoral care for children aged 2 to 7, combining academic ambition with a nurturing, family-focused environment.
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Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.7
Teaching Quality
4.3
Communication
4.7
Student Wellbeing
4.7
Facilities
4.3
School Workforce
Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025
Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
20.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
7.7
Teachers (FTE)
Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.
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Rydes Hill Preparatory School has 4 reviews. Your honest review helps families make better school decisions.
Reviews 4
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Thomas M
Unconfirmed
Parent
Feb 20, 2023
3.0
"Mixed Experience So Far"
We've been at Rydes Hill for a few months now, and while we're pleased with the enthusiasm of the staff and the facilities, we've had some issues with communication and consistency in the curriculum. We're hopeful that these will be ironed out as we settle in, but it's been a bit of a bumpy ride so far.
Safety & Wellbeing
3/5
Teaching & Learning
3/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
3/5
Facilities
3/5
O
Oliver T
Unconfirmed
Parent
Dec 15, 2022
5.0
"Excellent Foundation in Life Skills"
Rydes Hill has given our son a fantastic start in life. The Forest School program has been a highlight for him, and the way they encourage independence and self-confidence is truly admirable. We've been particularly impressed with the way they handle the children's emotional well-being.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
4/5
E
Emily B
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 1, 2022
5.0
"A Home Away from Home"
We've been at Rydes Hill for over a year now and it's been an absolute delight! The staff are so warm and welcoming, the facilities are top-notch, and the values they teach the children are fantastic. My little one comes home every day buzzing with excitement about their day.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
H
Hanna R
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 1, 2022
5.0
"Outstanding Education and Care"
We have nothing but praise for Rydes Hill, where our daughter spent three happy years from Reception to Year 2. The quality of education was exceptional, and the care and support provided by the staff were second-to-none. We're so grateful for the strong foundation they gave her.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
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