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Taunton Preparatory School
Independent school · Somerset
| Address | Staplegrove Road, Taunton, TA2 6AE |
|---|---|
| Ages | 0–13 |
| Pupils | 588 |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Boarding | Boarding school |
| Phone | 01823703307 |
| Website | https://www.tauntonschool.co.uk |
Term dates
Source: school website · checked 2026-10-16
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2026-27
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn 1 | Tue 8 Sep 2026 | Fri 16 Oct 2026 |
| Autumn 2 | Mon 2 Nov 2026 | Fri 11 Dec 2026 |
| Spring 1 | Tue 5 Jan 2027 | Fri 12 Feb 2027 |
| Spring 2 | Mon 22 Feb 2027 | Wed 24 Mar 2027 |
| Summer 1 | Tue 13 Apr 2027 | Fri 28 May 2027 |
| Summer 2 | Mon 7 Jun 2027 | Thu 1 Jul 2027 |
Exeats: Sat 26 Sep 2026 to Sun 27 Sep 2026, Sat 21 Nov 2026 to Sun 22 Nov 2026, Sat 23 Jan 2027 to Sun 24 Jan 2027, Sat 13 Mar 2027 to Sun 14 Mar 2027, Sat 8 May 2027 to Sun 9 May 2027
Taunton School page; 'Nursery, Pre-Prep & Prep' section used. Day pupil dates used; boarders return the evening before each term start and on the Sunday before half terms end. Half terms start Friday 4pm. Autumn ends after Carol Services. Senior School dates differ slightly (Summer ends Fri 2 Jul).
2027-28
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn 1 | Mon 6 Sep 2027 | Fri 15 Oct 2027 |
| Autumn 2 | Mon 1 Nov 2027 | Fri 10 Dec 2027 |
| Spring 1 | Wed 5 Jan 2028 | Fri 11 Feb 2028 |
| Spring 2 | Mon 21 Feb 2028 | Wed 29 Mar 2028 |
| Summer 1 | Thu 20 Apr 2028 | Fri 26 May 2028 |
| Summer 2 | Mon 5 Jun 2028 | Thu 29 Jun 2028 |
Exeats: Sat 25 Sep 2027 to Sun 26 Sep 2027, Sat 20 Nov 2027 to Sun 21 Nov 2027, Sat 22 Jan 2028 to Sun 23 Jan 2028, Sat 11 Mar 2028 to Sun 12 Mar 2028, Sat 6 May 2028 to Sun 7 May 2028
Prep section, day pupil dates. Boarders return the evening before (Sun 5 Sep, Tue 4 Jan, Wed 19 Apr). Autumn ends 12pm after Carol Services.
Fees 2026-27
Fees per term (including VAT).
| Year group | Fee |
|---|---|
| Pre-Preparatory Reception, 1 & 2 (Day) | £3,730.00 |
| Preparatory Years 3 & 4 (Day) | £4,295.00 |
| Preparatory Years 3 & 4 (7 nights) | £10,390.00 |
| Preparatory Years 3 & 4 (5 nights, weekly) | £6,820.00 |
| Preparatory Years 3 & 4 (3 nights, flexi) | £6,060.00 |
| Preparatory Years 5 & 6 (Day) | £5,860.00 |
| Preparatory Years 5 & 6 (7 nights) | £10,390.00 |
| Preparatory Years 5 & 6 (5 nights, weekly) | £8,910.00 |
| Preparatory Years 5 & 6 (3 nights, flexi) | £7,155.00 |
| Preparatory Years 7 & 8 (Day) | £7,800.00 |
| Preparatory Years 7 & 8 (7 nights) | £13,145.00 |
| Preparatory Years 7 & 8 (5 nights, weekly) | £11,825.00 |
| Preparatory Years 7 & 8 (3 nights, flexi) | £10,515.00 |
| Nursery All Day Session (07.30 - 17.45) | £81.00 |
Registration fee: £150.00
Deposit: £1,000.00
Termly Fees 26-27 inclusive of VAT; only Pre-Prep, Prep and Nursery lines recorded (Senior & Sixth Form fees on the shared Taunton School page excluded). Deposit £1,000 for UK pupils (£3,000 EU; one term's fee rest of world). Prep international students needing EAL approx. £1,000 extra per term. 10% sibling remission; 10% for children of Old Tauntonians. Fee extras PDF is September 2025 (Prep lunches £267, Pre-Prep £185 per term).
Source: school fees page
Admissions
Entry points: Nursery, Pre-Prep, Prep
Taunton School is a through school considering entry to every year group from Nursery to Year 13. Families can enquire online or by phone, book a bespoke tour, attend open events or taster days (including stays), or arrange online video calls with staff.
- Taster days
Offers scholarships and bursaries.
Source: school admissions page
School bus routes
| Route | Areas served | First pick-up |
|---|---|---|
| Crewkerne | Tatworth, Crewkerne, Merriot, South Petherton, Illminster | 06:55 |
| Curry Rivel | Yeovil Hospital, Podimore Services, Frog Lane Kingston, Langport, Curry Rivel | 06:45 |
| Exeter | Darts Farm, Exeter, Cullompton, Wellington, Bradford on Tone | 06:50 |
| Glastonbury | Pedwell, Othery, Burrowbridge, Lower Durston, Monkton Heathfield | 07:20 |
| Hatch Beauchamp | Fivehead, Borough Post, Creech St Michael, Henlade | 07:20 |
| Minehead | Minehead, Alcombe, Withycombe, Williton, Crowcombe | 07:00 |
| Nailsea (new from September 2026) | Nailsea, Clevedon | 07:00 |
| Nether Stowey | Nether Stowey | |
| Sidmouth | Sidmouth | |
| Weston-Super-Mare | Weston-Super-Mare | |
| Wiveliscombe | Wiveliscombe |
Cost: Fee extras (September 2025): School Bus Service £2.25 - £2.80 per trip zone 1, £3.50 - £4.05 zone 2, £5.00 - £5.55 zone 3
Source: school transport page
School details from the Department for Education's register (Open Government Licence). Term dates from the school's own published calendar; always confirm with the school.