We are thrilled to welcome families to Copthorne Prep and offer a range of different ways to visit our school. Physical and virtual visitor events along with private tours for individual families are a great opportunity to see our school and meet our team.
Please book into your preferred event via the links below.
Saturday Family Visitor Mornings
We offer regular interactive visitor mornings for families looking at entry into Nursery, Reception and Year 3. These events allow children to get involved with fun activities led by our teaching team whilst parents have the opportunity to chat with staff to find out more about our school.
Dino Dig Visitor Morning
Saturday 10 May, 9.00am – 11.00am
For families with children aged 2 – 7 years, looking to join Nursery, Reception or Year 3 in 2025 and 2026
Join us for a dino-tastic morning of prehistoric exploration aimed at children aged between 2 and 7 years. Children will take part in a variety of outdoor activities in small groups, experiencing our innovative global and outdoor learning curriculum first hand. Parents will be able to chat to our team and current families over refreshments.
Booking is essential as places are limited – please click here to reserve your place
Virtual Visitor Evenings
To support working families, we offer live virtual evening events that allow you to get to know our school. Whether you are looking at joining in Nursery or Reception or further up the school, you will be giving plenty of insight into every aspect of a Copthorne education. As part of the Caterham Family of Schools you can find out more about early offers to award winning Caterham School. Each event is presented live by the Headmaster and there is an open Q&A with our senior team on hand.
Thursday 24 April, 7.00pm – click here to reserve your place
Little Caterpillar Adventures Toddler Group
Every Thursday, 10.00am – 11.00am (term time)
Weekly child led woodland play group designed for families of pre-school children (age 0 – 5 years) considering joining Copthorne Prep. Based in our fantastic forest camp, nestled within our own woodland, there is something to spark curiosity in every young adventurer. Activities will be led by our Outdoor Learning Leader, Mr D. Each session will conclude with group story time, perfect for winding down after all the excitement.
There is no charge to join the group although we kindly ask you to reserve your place in advance to ensure that we can accommodate everyone. We will provide light refreshments (including hot chocolate when the weather is a bit chilly!) for children and their parent/guardian. Sessions will take place in all weathers because a little rain never spoils our fun! In the case of lightning storms or high winds, we will advise alternative plans. Please dress appropriately for the weather and we advise to bring a change of clothes and footwear.
Sessions are free, and children must be accompanied by an adult carer at all times.
To reserve your place: click here.
Private Tours
Enjoy a tour of our stunning 55-acre site and experience the school on a normal working day. Book in for an appointment with the Headmaster alongside your tour.
Private tours can be booked directed with our Registrar, Kathryn Billingham-West via admissions@copthorneprep.co.uk or call 01342 712311
“An exciting place for our children to thrive and grow. Copthorne Prep is clearly going places!”
(Prospective Parent)