Welcome to Ashley Manor Preparatory School
Ashley Manor Preparatory School is a vibrant and nurturing independent school for boys and girls aged from 9 months to 11 years. Set within forty-five acres of beautiful parkland on the edge of the Cotswolds, and just minutes from the heart of Cheltenham, the school offers the perfect balance of space, inspiration, and opportunity.
Our rich and rigorous academic curriculum, including dedicated 11+ preparation for local grammar schools, is complemented by a warm and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to shine. Creativity flourishes across the arts, sport, and outdoor learning, ensuring pupils develop confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning in a truly unique setting.
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Year 1 had great fun collecting leaves and sorting them by colour, shape and size. The children were fascinated to see what kind of dance each leaf would do when we dropped it from above. We also held our leaves up to the light and discovered beautiful colours and patterns hidden within them.🍃🍂
Do you know a family considering a Gloucestershire grammar school for their child?
The 11+ is changing. From the test in July 2027 (for entry in September 2028), Future Stories Community Enterprise (FSCE) replaces GL Assessment, with a greater focus on applying English, Maths and learning from across the primary curriculum. Children currently in Year 5 will sit the new test next July.
Ashley Manor Prep’s FREE 11+ Potential Morning is an opportunity to explore your child’s strengths and understand their next steps.
📅 Friday 6th November 2026
🕘 9.00am to 1.00pm
👧🧒 Open to children in Years 3 to 5
Children will complete a supportive assessment exploring skills relevant to the new approach, including understanding language, mathematical thinking and problem-solving.
They will also enjoy time in our 45 acres of parkland and join a class for a lesson: a chance to experience the broad learning and curiosity the new test encourages.
Parents will receive detailed feedback on their child’s strengths, areas for development and next steps, alongside information about the new test arrangements.
Places are limited. Book your child’s free assessment place and discover how we can support their next steps.
Book here: www.ashleymanorprep.co.uk/admissions/visits-open-days/
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Pre-School Laurel have been enjoying learning a new sound each week! This week, they have been exploring the sound ‘t’ and linking it to their story of the week, 'The Tiger Who Came to Tea'. They have enjoyed lots of tiger-themed activities, from tasting fruit tea while listening to the story, to making their own tea and creating ‘t’ tea cups using tea bag splatting! 🐯☕
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