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Rydes Hill Preparatory School and Nursery, Guildford:
Located in Guildford, Surrey, Rydes Hill Preparatory School and Nursery is a one form entry, non-selective Roman Catholic school which caters for boys from 3 to 7 years and girls from 3 to 11 years. Rydes Hill offers nursery, pre-preparatory and preparatory programs. If you would like to give your child an exceptional start, academically and socially, with happy memories for life, then Rydes Hill Preparatory is the school for you. We aim to fulfil your child's unique potential and to exceed your expectations. Our Catholic school welcomes families from all denominations and we believe that every child benefits from the loving care and Christian values that underpin all we do.

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We are proud of our outstanding academic achievements. Our experienced and dedicated teachers encourage self-esteem and give our pupils a strong educational foundation. Opportunities and challenges also await your child outside the classroom in our wide-ranging activities and clubs programme.

Why choose us?

Photo of Private School in Guildford, SurreyRecent 'Outstanding' Ofsted & ISI Inspection reports and excellent Key Stage 2 SATs results ensure that we are ranked in the top echelon of preparatory schools nationally and many of our pupils are awarded scholarships at leading senior schools.

We provide:
* individual nurturing, encouragement and support
* a solid grounding in the core skills of English, Mathematics and Science
* specialist teachers for Science, Music, French, P.E. and Ballet (optional)
* opportunities for self-fulfilment, self-expression and discovery in the creative arts
* teaching by experienced, well-qualified staff
* a strong foundation of individual skills in physical fitness, sport and games
* thorough preparation for examinations to the top senior schools in the country
* preparation for our brightest children to compete for Scholarship Awards at their chosen senior school
* a broad range of opportunities outside the classroom

Aim:
We aim to fulfil your child's unique potential and to exceed your expectations. An education at Rydes Hill is an investment in your child's future because it combines a happy, family atmosphere, where children develop confidence, with inspirational teaching, to create a lifelong love of learning. The best way to experience our friendly and dynamic ethos is to walk around and talk to our enthusiastic pupils and teachers

Programs:

- Nursery, Pre-preparatory and Preparatory Programs for boys from 3 to 7 years and girls from 3 to 11 years
- Nursery Program for three year olds
- Kindergarten and Pre-Preparatory Program at the age of 4+
- Preparatory Program for 7 -11 year olds
- Children learn the core skills of English, Mathematics and Science
- Specialist teachers for Science, Music, French, P.E. and Ballet
- Students have many opportunities for self-fulfilment, self-expression and discovery in the creative arts

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Address: Guildford, Surrey, England , UK / GB
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