Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Parsons Green Prep ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## News - [News and Events](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/news-and-events/) - News & Events - [NEW - wraparound care launches in September 2026](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2026/06/new-wraparound-care-launches-in-september-2026/) - Parsons Green Prep (PGP) is delighted to introduce our new wraparound care provision, developed in response to the growing needs of our school community. - [Another set of excellent 11+ results](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/04/another-excellent-set-of-11-results/) - The success of the preparation for a smooth transition to senior school at Parsons Green Prep (PGP) is measured by three criteria. - [January news digest - art and science](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/05/january-news-digest-art-and-science/) - Miss Hannah's Art Adventures Club looks at artist Marc-André Huot, Year 4 head to the Science Museum and Year 5 done their wellies and visit the Thames. - [February news digest](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/05/february-news-digest/) - News in February includes tag rugby matches, an alien invasion, the PGP Poetry Week, canopic jars in art and Year 1 and Year 2 take to the stage. - [March news digest – part 1](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/05/march-news-digest-part-1/) - The first part of our March news digest includes a tag rugby festival, a singing competition and an exciting win in the ISA U-11 football competition. - [March news digest – part 2](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/05/march-news-digest-part-2/) - Our March 2024 news digest part 2 includes the House photography Competition, tag rugby against Brighton College Kensington and the Easter Bonnet Parade. - [April news digest – part 1](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/05/april-news-digest-part-1/) - Our April news digest - part 1 includes Friends of Parsons Green Prep, the ISA U11 girls netball, exciting art and Year 5's trip to the British Museum. - [April news digest - part 2](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/05/april-news-digest-part-2/) - The April news digest - part 2 looks at a fabulous football opportunity at the Juventus World Cup (Youth), the continuing rise of LAMDA and the School Council. - [May news digest - our new prospectus](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/05/may-new-digest-our-new-prospectus/) - May's news round-up includes great art, our new prospectus, Dr Edmonds on the Country & Town House website, Year 4's STEAM lessons and Year 3's residential. - [A Sky Arts competition runner-up and wins at cricket](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/07/a-sky-arts-competition-runner-up-and-wins-at-cricket/) - A round-up of all our news in June 2024, from a runner-up in a Sky Arts competition to wins at cricket, cycling training to a spelling bee and ISA athletic - [Educatus Explorer, the French Cafe and Sports Day begins](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/07/educatus-explorer-the-french-cafe-and-sports-day-begins/) - A round-up of our news in June 2024 from the Pre-prep and Prep departments, from Educatus Explorer to art, the French Cafe and Sports Day starts here. - [Our new playground, PGP in the press, chef moves and Art Day](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/11/our-new-playground-pgp-in-the-press-chef-moves-and-art-day/) - A round-up of our news in September 2024 from the Pre-prep and Prep schools, from the new playground to Chef Douglas moving on and PGP appearing in the press. - [Half-term galleries, museum visits and Creative Writing Week](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/11/half-term-galleries-museum-visits-and-creative-writing-week/) - Our October news round-up includes half-term art galleries, visits to the Natural History and Science museums, football matches and Creative Writing Week. - [Outstanding Evaluative EYFS Report from the Local Authority](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/12/parsons-green-prep-receives-an-outstanding-evaluative-eyfs-report-from-the-local-authority-lbhf/) - Parsons Green Prep Receives an Outstanding Evaluative EYFS Report from the Local Authority (London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham) - [Billy the Badger, Anti-bullying Week and Armistice Day](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/01/billy-the-badger-visits-pgp-anti-bullying-week-and-armistice-day/) - Our November 2024 news round-up includes a visit from Fulham Football Club's Billy the Badger, Armistice Day and an update on our chosen charities last year. - [Our chosen charities, an outstanding Early Years report and Christmas festivities](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/01/our-chosen-charities-an-outstanding-early-years-report-and-christmas-festivities/) - Our December 2024 news round-up looks at our chosen charities for 2025, an outstanding Early Years report and Christmas festivities. - [The Art of Dance](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/02/the-art-of-dance/) - Parsons Green Prep's Head, Dr Pamela Edmonds, explores the art of dance, including Michael Mosley's podcast Just One Thing and dance's place in our curriculum. - [Safer Internet Day and the Use of Technology in Schools](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/02/safer-internet-day-and-the-use-of-technology-in-schools/) - On Safer Internet Day our Head, Dr Pamela Edmonds, looks at the use of technology in schools and the promotion of children’s wellbeing and safety. - [Parsons Green Prep's poetry competition](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/02/parsons-green-preps-poetry-competition/) - Linked to World Poetry Day on 21 March, Parsons Green Prep welcomes parents to its annual PGP Poetry Writing and Recitation Competition on 1 April. - [Queuing: A Great British Tradition that Fosters a Sense of Community](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/03/queuing-a-great-british-tradition-that-fosters-a-sense-of-community/) - From the history of queueing to its importance at Parsons Green Prep today, Head Dr Edmonds looks at this quintessentially British aspect of our society. - [Sushi Day, the FOPGP Disco and Safer Internet Day 2025](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/03/sushi-day-the-fopgp-disco-and-safer-internet-day-2025/) - Our news round-up covers the Spring term 2025 and includes Sushi Day, the FOPGP Disco, Safer Internet Day 2025, a music project and lessons from Japan. - [Reception's new certificate, Children's Mental Health Week and Year 3 visit the Science Museum](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/03/receptions-new-certificate-childrens-mental-health-week-and-year-3-visit-the-science-museum/) - In our latest news Reception is awarded an Early Years Certificate and the Head meets with Sophie Windsor, Hugh Grant and Jonathan Haidt for Safer Internet Day, - [Our new Wellbeing Shed, a Hindu temple visit and victory in tag rugby](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/03/our-new-wellbeing-shed-a-hindu-temple-visit-and-victory-in-tag-rugby/) - In this news round-up we look at our new Wellbeing Shed, Reception take their parents into space, Year 4 visit a Hindu temple and a clean sheet in tag rugby - [The Thames Explorer Trust, a Buddhist temple and an electric afternoon in Year 4](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/03/the-thames-explorer-trust-a-buddhist-temple-and-an-electric-afternoon-in-year-4/) - This news round-up sees Year 5 exploring the Thames, Year 6 visiting a Buddhist temple, Year 4's electric afternoon and tag rugby against Garden House School. - [World Book Day, STEAM boats and plenty of art](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/03/world-book-day-steam-boats-and-plenty-of-art/) - In this March round-up we look at news from both Pre-prep and Prep at Parsons Green Prep, from World Book Day to Reception STEAM boats and plenty of art. - [The Gruffalo in Reception, Year 1 at the London Wetland Centre and Shackleton raises funds for Doorstep Library](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/04/the-gruffalo-in-reception-year-1-at-the-london-wetland-centre-and-shackleton-raises-funds-for-doorstep-library/) - In our latest news round-up Reception make their own Gruffalo, Year 1 visits the London Wetland Centre and Shackleton raises funds for Doorstep Library. - [Our latest news round-up from Pre-prep and Prep](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/06/our-april-news-round-up-from-pre-prep-and-prep/) - Our latest news from both the Pre-prep and Prep School ranges from happy chicks to aspiring photographers, cross-country running to the Easter Bonnet Parade. - [Impressing the Sunaks, joining the Kew and brushing those teeth](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/06/impressing-the-sunaks-joining-the-kew-and-brushing-those-teeth/) - Our latest news from Pre-Prep and Prep includes impressing ex-Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata, joining the Kew and brushing those teeth. - [International Day, maths and our four Houses](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/07/international-day-maths-and-our-four-houses/) - In the latest round-up of news from the Pre-Prep and Prep School, we look at International Day, the importance of our four Houses and Number Day. - [The French Café and thrills at Chessington](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/09/the-french-cafe-and-thrills-at-chessington/) - Our June news from Pre-prep and Prep at the school includes the French Café, thrills at Chessington and celebrating respect in Year 3. - [Parsons Green Prep Celebrates a Significant Strength: Pupils’ Emotional Wellbeing](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/10/pgp-celebrates-a-significant-strength-pupils-emotional-wellbeing/) - Parsons Green Prep celebrates achieving a Significant Strength in health and wellbeing in its May 2025 ISI inspection, a rarely awarded accolade. - [Success in football, a great Senior Schools Fair and World Teachers' Day](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/10/success-in-football-a-great-senior-schools-fair-and-world-teachers-day/) - Our October news round-up from the Pre-Prep and Prep Schools looks at success in football, a great Senior Schools Fair and UNESCO World Teachers' Day. - [Another Successful Senior Schools Fair at PGP](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/11/another-successful-senior-schools-fair-at-pgp/) - Parsons Green Prep held its fourth annual Senior Schools Fair, welcoming PGP families alongside admissions teams and heads from leading London senior schools. - [The Power of Self-Discipline and Emotional Regulation at Parsons Green Prep - a Key Strength of the School](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/12/the-power-of-self-discipline-and-emotional-regulation-at-parsons-green-prep-a-key-strength-of-the-school/) - Children who regulate their emotions and demonstrate self-discipline can persevere through challenges, solve problems and feel a deep sense of achievement. - [The Benefits of Good Routines](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2026/01/the-benefits-of-good-routines/) - Dr Edmonds, Head at Parsons Green Prep, explores how routines play a vital role in supporting emotional wellbeing in pre-prep and prep children. - [A number of reasons to love Parsons Green Prep’s Sudoku Day](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2026/02/a-number-of-reasons-to-love-parsons-green-preps-sudoku-day/) - Following Parsons Green Prep's Sudoku Day, we discover that there are a a number of reasons to love these number puzzles, from resilience to a growth mindset. - [How to Choose the Best Prep Schools in London for Your Child](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2026/04/how-to-choose-the-best-prep-schools-in-london-for-your-child/) - Choosing the right prep school is one of the most important decisions parents make during their child’s early education. In London, particularly in areas like Parsons Green and other parts of Fulham, or nearby districts like Chelsea and Putney, there are many excellent options such as ourselves, but the best choice often depends on what - [Top Independent Prep Schools in London: What Parents Should Look For](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2026/05/top-independent-prep-schools-in-london-what-parents-should-look-for/) - For families in neighbourhoods such as Fulham, Chelsea and Putney, the choice of independent school can feel overwhelming. We're here to help. - [Best Prep Schools London: 7 Questions Every Parent Should Ask](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2026/05/best-prep-schools-london-7-questions-every-parent-should-ask/) - Choosing a prep school in London is a big decision. Here are some things to consider. - [School's back, online safety and our new charities announced](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2026/03/schools-back-online-safety-and-our-charities-announced/) - We look at news from the Pre-Prep and Prep schools in Fulham, including our chosen charities for the year, an online safety workshop by Coram Education and art. - [A Q&A with local nursery Melrose House](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2026/03/a-qa-with-local-nursery-melrose-house/) - Parsons Green Prep works closely with a number of excellent local nurseries in Fulham. Today we caught up with Melrose House in Finlay Street for a quick Q&A. - [The Transformative Power of Performing Arts at Parsons Green Prep](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2026/02/the-transformative-power-of-performing-arts-at-parsons-green-prep/) - We look at the Transformative Power of Performing Arts at Parsons Green Prep, a part of school life and a powerful force in pupils’ personal development. - [Healthy Eating and Wellbeing at Parsons Green Prep](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/11/healthy-eating-and-wellbeing-at-parsons-green-prep/) - Parsons Green Prep recently celebrated Healthy Eating Week 2025 with a school-wide challenge focused on supporting both physical and emotional wellbeing. - [Lessons from Japanese Culture](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2025/01/lessons-from-japanese-culture/) - Parsons Green Prep's Head, Dr Pamela Edmonds, discusses the lessons she learned from Japanese culture and how these concepts can benefit pupils at PGP. - [Fifty things to do before you’re 11¾](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/12/fifty-things-to-do-before-youre-11¾/) - Appreciating the Natural World - The National Trust initiative ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’, is a collection of activities for the whole family. - [Galleries for families this half-term](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/2024/02/galleries-for-families-this-half-term/) - We look at the best galleries in London for families to visit this half-term, from the Impressionists to a Victorian Street and the retelling of landscapes. ## Pages - [NEW for September 2026 - wraparound care](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/) - We are a truly independent school – not part of any larger group and not constrained in how or what our children learn. - [Contact Us](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/contact/) - The school office is open from 8am until 5pm during term time and 9am and 4pm during holidays. Find the contact details for all enquiries here. - [Governance](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/about-us/governance/) - Lucinda Waring founded the school in 2001 and for some time was headmistress. She continues to take an active and committed role in the running of the school. - [Admissions](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/admissions/) - We offer individual tours of the school each week. Please contact the admissions office by email or by telephone on 020 7610 8085 to book your tour. - [The School Day and Timetables](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/school-life/the-school-day/) - The school day kicks off at 8am with our early morning clubs. This may be something sporting like cross-country running or team sports for instance. - [Reception Class (EYFS)](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/school-life/eyfs/) - The Early Years Curriculum We have four guiding principles to help shape your child’s education. Every child is a unique child, who is constantly learning and can be resilient; The children learn to be strong and independent through positive relationships; The children learn and develop well in enabling environments with teaching and support from adults, - [Destination Schools](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/admissions/destinationschools/) - Find out more about out leavers destination schools and scholarships. - [Head's Welcome](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/about-us/heads-welcome/) - Parsons Green Prep is a friendly independent school for children aged 4-11. We provide a stimulating environment for children to engage in learning in Fulham. - [School Life](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/school-life/) - Every school day is different at Parsons Green Prep. Starting at 8 or 8.30am depending on what they are doing. This may be playing a sport or chess. - [Pupil Open Day Speeches](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/pupil-open-day-speeches/) - To give a flavour of life at PGP and find out what the children think about the school, here are the 2024 Open day speeches from our two Heads of School. - [Staff](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/about-us/staff/) - Find out more about the Staff at Parsons Green Prep School here. - [Term Dates](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/school-information/term-dates/) - The school term dates are listed here. Dates for your diary are communicated at the end of the school term for the following term and may change occasionally. - [Fees](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/admissions/fees/) - What Are the Current Tuition Fees at Parsons Green Prep? Fees per term for academic year 2026-2027 Registration fee – £250 Deposit – £4,000 Fees from Autumn term 2026: Reception to and including Year 2 Eldest child – £9,545 Sibling(s) - £8,590 Years 3-6 Eldest child – £10,285 Sibling(s) – £9,257 Please be aware that - [Newsletters](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/newsletters/) - Summer Newsletter - [School lunches](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/school-information/school-lunches/) - The school works closely with a caterer to provide wholesome school lunches. Each term there is a three-week rotating menu catered specially for the school. - [Policies](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/about-us/policies/) - School policies are available by following the links below. They are also available to view in the school office at any time during the school day. - [Year 1 to Year 6 Curriculum](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/school-life/year-1-to-year-6-curriculum/) - At Parsons Green Prep, we believe that how a child learns is as important as what a child learns. We offer our children an extensive & challenging education. - [Welcome](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/home-2/) - Parsons Green Prep is an independent day school in London for 160 boys and girls from 4 to 11 years of age. - [Football](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/football/) - A brand new and very exciting addition to the PE/sports clubs for spring 2016, Chelsea Football Club’s Foundation is running a 10-week curriculum programme. - [Parents](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/) - We encourage you to take an active part in our school community, as parent reps, providing help with reading, on school trips or through our parent association. - [Press](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/about-us/heads-welcome/press/) - Read all about Parsons Green Prep School in the press here! - [End-of-term newsletters - coming soon](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/news-and-events/end-of-term-newsletters/) - End of Term Newsletters - [Miscellaneous Gallery](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/galleries/performing-arts-gallery/) - Performing Arts Gallery Parsons Green Prep School - [Sport Gallery](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/galleries/sport-gallery/) - Sport Gallery - [Curriculum Gallery](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/galleries/curriculum-gallery/) - Curriculum Gallery Parsons Green Prep - [Galleries](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/galleries/) - Galleries for Parsons Green Prep - [School Information](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/school-information/) - Term dates are communicated at the end of the school term for the following term. Dates may occasionally change but as much advance notice as possible is given. - [Pastoral Care](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/school-life/pastoral-care/) - Every child’s welfare is of paramount importance to us. We aim to provide each child with a happy and secure environment, in which to learn and develop. - [Facilities](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/about-us/facilities/) - Our children enjoy bright and spacious classrooms with fantastic facilities. Including a double-height hall, fabulous gym equipment and spacious outdoor areas. - [About Us](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/about-us/) - We are an independent prep school for boys & girls from Reception to Year 6. Known to our families as PGP, our building and grounds are in the heart of Fulham. - [Sporting fixtures](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/sporting-fixtures/) - Sporting Fixtures - [Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) Reports](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/about-us/isi-report/) - On this page you can find our latest ISI report. - [Our Aims and Values](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/about-us/our-aims-and-values/) - Parsons Green Prep School’s mission is to be recognised as a leading day prep school that offers both a challenging and rich curriculum. - [Open Day speech 2024 - Axel – Head of School](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/pupil-open-day-speeches/second-head-of-school/) - We gather as a school each Friday for assembly. We usually hear a lesson from Mr. Cannell, performances by students and we recognise achievements. - [Open Day speech 2024 - Emily – Head of School](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/pupil-open-day-speeches/first-head-of-school/) - Having been at this school for over seven years, I have seen the school grow from strength to strength into the wonderful community that we have here today. - [Our History](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/about-us/history/) - Fulham Lodge was the home of Miss Eliza Carey, a beautiful actress in her day, and a favourite haunt of Fredrick, Duke of York, son of George III. - [Uniform](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/school-information/uniform/) - All items of uniform are purchased directly from Perry Uniform. We recommend you order in advance to ensure that it is delivered in time and to your liking. - [Reports](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/about-us/heads-welcome/reports/) - Here you can find all of the latest reports for Parsons Green Prep School. - [Houses](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/school-information/houses/) - There are four houses within the school and each house (Astor, Nightingale, Livingstone and Drake) has two allocated leaders. A House Captain and Vice Captain. - [Cookie Policy](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/cookie-policy/) - This site uses cookies - small text files that are placed on your machine to help the site provide a better user experience and meet your preferences. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/privacy-policy/) - Find information here on the personal data that we collect, why we collect it and the rights that you have over your data. - [Languages](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/school-life/year-1-to-year-6-curriculum/languages/) - We believe that languages should be an enjoyable and rewarding experience and an avenue to promote awareness of different cultures and traditions. - [PSHCE](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/school-life/year-1-to-year-6-curriculum/pshe/) - PSHE helps children identify, manage and celebrate the many personal, economic and social challenges they face during their time at school and in the future. - [Virtual Open Day](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/admissions/virtual-open-day/) - best schools in London (and further afield), armed with rock-solid academic foundations, an appreciation of the wonderful world around - [Registration Form](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/admissions/registration-form/) - We require the following information to carry out the admissions process, which will be stored electronically on the school database in secure filing. - [Friends Of Parsons Green Prep](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/friends-of-parsons-green-prep/) - If you are a parent, carer or guardian of a child attending Parsons Green Prep, you are automatically a member of the Friends of Parsons Green Prep. - [Crazy Creations](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/crazy-creations/) - Crazy Creations is an exciting art club for Years 1 and 2. It's run in the afternoon and gives your child the chance to design and make things. - [Fencing](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/fencing/) - This unique club offers first-class and well-coached fencing opportunities for all ages. It is for beginners and confident, experienced fencers alike. - [Netball](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/netball/) - In the autumn term we begin our netball season, which runs right the way through until spring. It is a great way to stimulate children for the day. - [Music Express](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/music-express/) - The Music Express club offers enjoyable and dynamic sessions for Reception children. It teaches the basic foundations of music such as rhythm, sound and melody. - [Orchestra](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/orchestra/) - All children are welcome to express themselves freely, musically and creatively in our orchestra, irrespective of having instrumental lessons. Learn more here. - [Perfect Puzzlers](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/perfect-puzzlers/) - The Perfect Puzzlers club takes place on Tuesday afternoons. It is a small, friendly club offered to children from Year 1 to Year 6 by invitation only. - [Quick Sticks](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/quick-sticks/) - Having been an extremely popular morning club in the past, we now offer the chance for children to participate in hockey as an after-school club. - [Running](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/running/) - Our weekly morning Running club starts bright and early among the beautiful open spaces of Hurlingham Park to apply interval training techniques. - [Sewing Sensations](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/sewing-sensations/) - Sewing Sensations is an imaginative afternoon club which is open to girls and boys in Years 3 to 6. A prize is given for each sewing project each term. - [STEM](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/stem/) - STEM club is open to children in Years 3, 4, 5 and 6. It gives them the opportunity to explore aspects of science, technology, engineering and maths. - [The Players](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/the-players/) - The Players is a drama club open to Key Stage 2. The club creates a safe atmosphere where the children feel happy to explore outside of their comfort zone. - [Ukulele](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/ukulele/) - In Ukulele club we learn the basic chords including C, F, G and A minor. We learn to strum with a steady beat, to play together and to change between chords. - [Young Engineers](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/young-engineers/) - The Young Engineers LEGO® Challenge after-school club will run for ten weeks for Year 4, 5 and 6 children, covering ten engineering concepts and models. - [Creative Coders](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/creative-coders/) - Can you talk to computers? In Creative Coders children have the opportunity to learn the language of computing and program code through a series of projects. - [Chamber Choir](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/chamber-choir/) - A number of our musically gifted pupils will be invited to the Chamber Choir. We cover a broad range of music, from traditional choral pieces to modern jazz. - [Brilliant Bakers](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/brilliant-bakers/) - Brilliant Bakers is a fun, hands-on cookery club where the children learn to cook and try out new foods while drawing on skills from across the curriculum. - [Book Detectives](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/book-detectives/) - In Book Detectives, the children work as part of a ‘book group’. Each group is set a section of a book to read and study & individual roles are also explored. - [Ballet](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/ballet/) - Ballet is for Reception and Year 1 children, classes are held on a Tuesday from 3.35-4.30pm. The classes are taken by Abigail Cova from Marble Hill Dance Studio - [Art Attack](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/art-attack/) - Find out more about our club programme Art Attack here. - [Art Adventures](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/art-adventures/) - This exciting art club is taking a trip around the world by looking at the art of various cultures. Each week a different society and its art will be explored. - [Inspection Articles](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/inspection-articles/) - [Gallery](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/gallery/) - View all of the images in our gallery here. - [Terms of use](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/terms-of-use/) - If you continue to browse and use this website, you are agreeing to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions of use. - [Terms & Conditions](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/terms/) - Terms & Conditions - [Thank you for getting in touch](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/thank-you-for-getting-in-touch/) - Many thanks for your enquiry. A member of our team will be in touch shortly. - [Book Bag Emails](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/book-bag-emails/) - Book Bag Emails Parsons Green Prep - [Trendy Tigers](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/trendy-tigers/) - Cool Cats - Trendy Tigers - [Our History](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/our-history/) - [Aims and Values](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/aims-and-values/) - [Comme-ci, comme-ça](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/comme-ci-comme-ca/) - Do you want to gain confidence in French? Come and play exciting board games, sing fun songs and learn beautiful poems. - [Calendar](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/calendar/) - Parson Green Prep School Calendar - [Chesslings](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/chesslings/) - This fun and lively club is an ideal introduction to the wonderful game of chess. The benefits are well known and the club is open to children of all abilities. - [Choir](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/choir/) - This is a lunchtime club for our Year 1 and Year 2 pupils to take their first steps as part of a performing choir. - [RED](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/parents/club-programme/red/) - Recognise, Encourage and Develop; these are the three steps we take in RED club for our Able, Gifted and Talented children at Parsons Green Prep. ## Staff - [Alekha Ranasinha](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/alekha-ranasinha/) - Miss Alekha read for her BSc (Hons) at Royal Holloway University of London and her PGCE in Education with QTS at the Institute of Education, University College (UCL). She was previously a class teacher at Richard Cobden Primary School and before this a class teacher and PSHCE Lead at Marshgate Primary. - [Mark Booth](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/mark-booth/) - Mr Mark gained his MA in Educational Leadership and Management at Liverpool Hope University, his PGCSE with QTS at Middlesex University and a BA (Hons) in Drama and Theatre Studies from the University of Surrey. He holds a National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership. Mr Mark was previously employed at Oryx International School, Doha, as - [Hannah Guy](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/hannah-guy/) - Miss Hannah read for her BSc in Management at the University of Bristol and her PGCE with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) specialising in Primary education to 11+ at Bath Spa University. She has taught at King’s Oak Academy where, amongst a breadth of roles focused on enabling pupils’ progress in English, maths and science, she - [Rachel Cherry](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/melanie-bell/) - Rachel Cherry joined Parsons Green Prep with a wealth of experience, having held senior leadership roles with oversight of SEND and as Head of Pre-Prep, Early Years and as Deputy Head Academic. Miss Rachel read Anthropology at the University of Cambridge, has a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) from the - [Hannah Tomlinson](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/hannah-tomlinson/) - Miss Hannah gained her BA degree in Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) at the University of Roehampton. In her previous role she was the Nursery Lead and Teacher at Holy Trinity Primary School, Richmond. Prior to this, Miss Hannah was the Reception Teacher at Ark Oval Primary Academy and the Early Years Manager - [Lee Bradshaw](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/lee-bradshaw/) - Mr Lee studied as an actor at the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts and enjoyed an exciting TV and film career before deciding to change his direction in life to become a teacher. He received his PGCE in Primary Education at St Mary’s University, Twickenham. Before his move to PGP, he was a teacher - [Beth Dinsmore](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/beth-dinsmore/) - Miss Beth studied Primary Education at Durham University for three years and has extensive experience of the 11+ curriculum and the London prep school context. She is a keen hockey player and plays every weekend for a local club. As a keen sportswoman, she supports the teaching of PE in Years 5 - 6 with - [Alex Jarrett](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/alex-jarrett/) - Mr Alex joined PGP in January 2025. He has a PGCE and BA (Hons) in history from Roehampton University and was previously Head of English, Head of Humanities and a sports teacher at Aberdour School. Mr Alex was the Year 6 teacher, preparing pupils for 10+ and 11+ entrance examinations, and was previously a member - [Lydia Cozens](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/lydia-cozens/) - Miss Lydia was educated at Kingston Grammar School and read Philosophy for her BA at the University of Nottingham. Her Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) was gained at the University of Buckingham. Miss Lydia’s previous role was as a class teacher at Eaton House the Manor and she has experience - [Zara Allen](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/zara-allen/) - Miss Zara Allen joined PGP in January 2025 to work alongside Miss Lucy until she took over the role of Year 1 Class Teacher after half-term in February 2025, when Miss Lucy went on maternity leave. Miss Zara gained a First-Class BA (Hons) degree in Primary Education and has Qualified Teacher Status from the University - [Ferne Watts](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/ferne-watts/) - Miss Ferne joined PGP in September 2021 as Head of Admissions following a career in property. Originally starting out as an estate agent, she then worked as a legal secretary for many years before obtaining her Legal Executive qualifications in her early thirties, specialising in conveyancing and affordable housing development. Miss Ferne is the first - [Celine Lemerle](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/celine-lemerle/) - Miss Celine was born in Paris and studied Constitutional Law and Politics as well as Mandarin and Chinese History at the Sorbonne. After graduating, she worked as a marketing and sales manager for a French fashion magazine before moving to Chicago. Her three children attended PGP when it first opened in 2001 and all have - [Aneta Laskowska](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/aneta-laskowska/) - After graduating Miss Aneta worked in several primary and secondary schools in Poland as an English teacher, examiner and exam invigilator. She also worked in The Language School teaching English to children and adults. In 2007 she relocated to England and worked as a Teaching Assistant and Cover Supervisor in London schools. Miss Aneta started - [Baigalmaa Davaajav](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/baigalmaa-davaajav/) - Miss Dava graduated from the Medical University of Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia. Upon completion of her degree, she worked as a GP. She then pursued education and teaching when she started working at a Montessori school in London. Miss Dava joined Parsons Green Prep as a Teaching Assistant in 2011. - [Ellie-Mae Daniels](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/dulcie-searle/) - Miss Ellie-Mae joined the Early Years team in January 2024. She was an Early Years Assistant and sports assistant at Redcliffe School for eight years and was previously a Teaching Assistant at The Hampshire School Chelsea. Ellie-Mae gained her Level 3 Early Years Practitioner Diploma from City & Guilds and holds a Level 3 Diploma - [Ruth Bellamy](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/ruth-bellamy/) - After graduating from Froebel College, Roehampton with a BA Honours in English with QTS in Early Years, Miss Ruth worked in client-facing roles in publishing before moving into education. Miss Ruth holds a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) qualification and has experience of working with children of all abilities, including children who have SEND and - [Tom Simpkins](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/tom-simpkins/) - Mr Tom studied Sport and Exercises Science at Hull University and has a wide range of teaching experience, having taught in independent schools with ages spanning Reception to Year 13. He is a keen sportsman and is a current member of the Wimbledon Club and Richmond Park Golf Club. Mr Tom has been the Head - [Alison Sugden](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/alison-sugden/) - Miss Alison has been at PGP for nearly ten years and teaches art to Years 1 to 6. She studied textile design at Manchester Polytechnic and worked for various furnishing fabric companies in their design studios. When not working at PGP, Miss Alison has her own business making curtains, blinds, cushions and other furnishings for - [Victoria Robinson](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/victoria-robinson/) - Miss Victoria completed her BA (Hons) in French at the University of Manchester, gained a PGCE in French and English from the University of Cambridge and has studied at the Sorbonne, Paris. Previously, she taught French at Christ Church New Malden Primary School, the Junior School King's Canterbury and King's College Junior School, Wimbledon. Miss - [Karolina Micor](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/karolina-micor/) - Miss Karolina is our resident pianist, offering 1-1 piano lessons since January 2024. She holds a BA in classical/jazz piano and in economics. - [Claude Lalande](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/claude-lalande/) - [Brendan Honnery](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/brendan-honnery/) - Mr Brendan read for his Bachelor in Journalism and Communications at the University of Queensland and his primary teaching qualification (PGCE) at St Mary’s University, Twickenham. Mr Brendan is an experienced primary teacher and has taught all subjects across the primary school age range, most recently in a school in Richmond, as well as at - [Emma Dougan](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/emma-dougan/) - Miss Emma was appointed as the teacher of singing and music from January 2025 and leads PGP’s choir. Miss Emma has a BA (Hons) in Acting from the University of Essex and a Diploma (DipLCM) with distinction in Music Theatre Performance from the University of West London. She is a singing and acting tutor for - [Suzie Cane](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/suzie-cane/) - Miss Suzie gained her Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for teaching and learning in schools through the UK Open College. She joined Parsons Green Prep in 2016 and is an assistant in early years supporting the children in Reception. In 2025 Miss Suzie gained her Level 3 Diploma for the Children’s Workforce (Early Years - [Gemma Cane](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/gemma-cane/) - Miss Gemma studied a Cache Diploma in Childcare and Education at Richmond College. Once qualified, she worked in private nurseries with the one and two-year-olds and two and three-year-olds before joining Parsons Green Prep in 2011. - [Marcus Waring](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/marcus-waring/) - Mr Marcus studied a Postgraduate in Periodical Journalism at the London College of Printing in 1999 and worked as a journalist and editor in travel for 15 years, with roles ranging from freelancing for national newspapers, magazines and websites to being the managing editor for a lifestyle management company. He has covered a variety of - [Tim Cannell](https://www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk/staff/tim-cannell/) - Mr Cannell has a wealth of experience of working in education. For the past 30 years he has worked in the independent sector holding a variety of senior roles, including 14 years as Head. This included a few years as Head at PGP before being promoted to the Head of Governance and Business Development. 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