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St Michael's Prep

Co-ed

perseverantia, sapientia, gratia

(Perseverance, wisdom and gratitude)

Church of England
Pre-Nursery - Year 8 (Ages 2-13)
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St Michael's Prep School is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 2 to 13, located on a 100-acre site in the North Downs at Otford, Kent. Founded in 1872 by the Reverend Arthur Tooth, the school is centred around a Victorian mansion and follows a Christian ethos. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, modern science laboratories, and a Forest School. The curriculum emphasises a growth mindset and a rounded education, with senior pupils in Years 7 and 8 working towards the bespoke St Michael's Diploma.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Day Only
Values:
Perseverance
Wisdom
Gratitude

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Last updated on 10 March 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-0.0%

St Michael's Prep's fees are 0.0% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+14.0%

St Michael's Prep's fees are 14.0% higher than the county average.

Based on 30 schools in Kent and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Demonym:Michaelian
Founded:1872
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 54%/46% Boy/Girl)
School Size: Approx. 471 pupils
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Associations:
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
Common Entrance to Senior
LAMDA
ABRSM
Trinity College London
Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Certifications
Scholarships:
Design & Technology
Music
Academic
All-Rounder
Art
Drama
Sport
Bursaries offered: Yes
The school provides means-tested financial assistance to families of pupils in Year 3 or higher, with awards determined by household income, assets, and individual circumstances.
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
Rounders
Cross Country Course
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Athletics Track
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Forest School
Outdoor Classroom
Library

Contact Information

Address

Otford Court, Row Dow, Otford, Kent, TN14 5RY

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General Enquiries

01959 522137

Admissions

Not available

01959 526042

Company Details

Corporate Type:Company Limited by Guarantee (with Charitable Status)
Charitable Status:Charitable
Registered Charity No.:1076999
Registered Company No.:00323541