Donhead Preparatory School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

Donhead Preparatory School is an independent day preparatory school for boys aged four to eleven, situated in Wimbledon. Founded in 1933, the school has a strong tradition rooted in the Jesuit vision of education, and it operates as a charitable trust under the trusteeship of the British Province of the Society of Jesus. The school's facilities include an early years centre, air-conditioned classrooms, a chapel, a refectory, and an auditorium for music and drama. The school's mission centres on developing boys into young men of conscience, competence, and compassion. It encourages pupils to take responsibility for their own learning and to build the confidence and skills they will need throughout their lives. A quarter of places are open to non-Roman Catholic families, making the school welcoming to boys from a range of backgrounds. The school is attentive to the needs of all its pupils. Support is available for those with special educational needs and disabilities, including difficulties such as dyslexia and dyspraxia, as well as for those who speak English as an additional language. Pupils who show particular ability or special talents in areas such as sport, music, and the performing arts also benefit from a thoughtfully adapted curriculum.