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Hertford Prep

Co-ed

Ora et Labora

(Pray and Work)

Non-Denominational
Nursery - Year 6 (Ages 3-11)
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Hertford Prep is a co-educational independent preparatory day school for pupils aged 3 to 11, situated within the 15-acre grounds of Hertingfordbury Park near Hertford, Hertfordshire. The school, formerly known as St Joseph's In The Park, became part of the Mill Hill Education Group in 2021 and rebranded in 2025. It claims a distinct family ethos, high academic standards, and strong pastoral care. The campus features woodland, a Forest School area, and specialist facilities. It also includes a Woodlands Learning Support Centre for students with specific learning difficulties.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Day Only
Values:
Be Kind
Be adventurous
Be Yourself

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Last updated on 11 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-16.7%

Hertford Prep's fees are 16.7% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-7.3%

Hertford Prep's fees are 7.3% lower than the county average.

Based on 24 schools in Hertfordshire 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

Founded:1898
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 57%/43% Boy/Girl)
School Size: Approx. 137 pupils
SmallLarge
Registered Charity No.:1064758
Registered Company No.:03404450
Owner/Stakeholder: Mill Hill Education Group (owner)
Associations:
Sports Facilities:
Playing Fields
Other Facilities:
Drama Studio
Forest School
Library
SEND Centre

Contact Information

Address

Hertford Prep, St Mary's Lane, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 2LX

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General Enquiries

01992 513810

Admissions

01992 513810