Award-Winning Prep School in London

We are proud to be an award-winning prep school. This page recognises and celebrates the dedication of our staff, the enthusiasm and talent of our pupils and our commitment to community engagement.

Why Recognition Matters for Parents

It’s important that as parents, you trust in our academic pedigree to deliver the best possible education for your children.

That’s why we are proud to showcase our many awards from leading educational bodies and recognise the incredible achievements of our own pupils so you can be assured that we are the right choice for your child’s future.

Our Awards and Achievements

Best Place Space Award
2026
Education Business Awards
This award recognises schools and educational organisations that have gone above and beyond to provide exceptional creative spaces.

NACE Challenge Award
2026
NACE
A leading accreditation for delivering excellent provision to our more able learners, reflecting our broader culture of ambition, curiosity and challenge.

Most Innovative Preparatory School – England
2026
Private Education Awards
For our outstanding commitment to forward-thinking education.

Innovation in Bursary Provision
2025
Talk Education
Spotlights the way we are changing the independent sector through impactful and bursary programmes.

Prep School Award for Developing School Partnerships
2025
Education Choices Magazine
Awarded for our Radius programme which supports community events around the school.

Advanced Thinking School Accreditation
2024
University of Exeter
We are the first and only school to be awarded Advanced Thinking School status in England.

Independent School of the Year - Shortlist
2022
Independent Schools of the Year
Recognised for our student wellbeing and our dedication to eco-friendliness.

Inspection Results and Accreditations

The ISI, or Independent School Inspectorate, is a government-appointed body that ensures private schools and other educational institutions meet the stringent Independent School Standards set by Parliament regarding educational quality, safeguarding, and pupil welfare.

As a school, Notting Hill Prep has consistently performed exceptionally well, highlighting our commitment to academic excellence and the development of all our pupils.

Here is a quote from our most recent inspection (2025):

“Pupils enjoy coming to school because of the warm and positive interactions that leaders promote. Pupils feel valued as individuals and comfortable knowing that leaders prioritise both their academic and pastoral needs.”

Read all our previous reports here

Pupil Success Stories

At Notting Hill Prep, our ethos teaches our pupils to think for themselves, back their ideas with confidence, and pursue their passions beyond the classroom. Here are just a few of the stories that show what our pupils go on to achieve.

NHP Pupils Excel in Bebras Challenge

Cross Country Tournament

Year 4 Pupil Wins Starz Dance Competition

Year 5 Pupil Publishes Book

Recognition in the Press

Our achievements haven’t gone unnoticed. From respected schools’ guides to national publications, Notting Hill Prep is regularly recognised for the quality of education and opportunities we offer:

Impressive and creative. Underpinning the curriculum are De Bono’s thinking hats. These metacognitive tools encourage the kids to learn problem solving and critical thinking from a young age. Add the school’s four values – wonder, challenge, self-knowledge and community – into the mix and you get a teaching style that encourages pupils to deep dive into topics, consider wider implications and ask lots of questions. Muddy Stilletos

Full of energy and happiness, NHP is unique. Its philosophy won’t align with everyone, but for those it does, the message is clear. ‘We are so lucky to be part of the warmest, smartest, most interesting, silliest, most energetic and fun school there is,’ says one parent. ‘The children say NHP stands for No Happier Place – and that’s pretty much spot on. Talk Education

It’s a true sign of an ‘incredible’ school when children ‘cry if they have to take the day off’– and that’s as much to do with Notting Hill Prep’s ‘warm and loving environment’ as it is its unique way of ‘cultivating curiosity and a love of learning’, without compromising on academic results. Tatler Schools Guide

What Parents Say

"Such a caring and warm team. There's a special energy in the school that makes my daughter feel happy."
Reception Parent 2025

"Very strong sense of community. Kids are really happy and engaged in their learning. Teachers are supportive and communicate well with parents." Reception Parent 2025

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Awards

What awards has Notting Hill Prep won?

Notting Hill Prep is an award-winning prep school, having won:

Best Place Space Award 2026 (Education Business Awards)
NACE Challenge Award 2026 (NACE)
Most Innovative Preparatory School – England 2026 (Private Education Awards)
Innovation in Bursary Provisions Award 2025 (Talk Education)
Prep School Award for Developing School Partnerships 2025 (Education Choices Magazine)
Independent School of the Year – Shortlist 2022 (Independent School of the Year)

Notting Hill Prep is also the only school in England to be accredited as an Advanced Thinking School by the University of Exeter, underscoring our commitment to instilling good learning habits in our students.

What do prep school awards mean?

Prep school awards are official recognitions of the exemplary educational service we provide, highlighting the quality of our teaching, the pastoral care we offer, our top-of-the-range facilities and our wider community work.

How is school quality measured?

School quality is typically measured by a combination of academic outcomes, student progress, and in-person inspections.

Why are inspection reports important?

Inspections are important because they provide an accurate reflection of life in a school. By sitting in on classes, inspectors can see first-hand how pupils are responding to the education and whether they are making progress.

What makes Notting Hill Prep different?

As a thinking school, we put intellectual curiosity and instilling a love of learning first and foremost. In this way, we give our pupils a safe, academically stimulating environment they can carry with them throughout their lives, sowing the seeds of future success.

Visit Notting Hill Prep

We hold regular Open Mornings throughout the year, and admissions staff are happy to arrange an individual tour for families who can’t make a scheduled date:

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95 Lancaster Road,

London

W11 1QQ

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