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The Croft Preparatory School
Independent school · Warwickshire
| Address | Alveston Hill, Loxley Road, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 7RL |
|---|---|
| Ages | 2–11 |
| Pupils | 325 |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Boarding | No boarders |
| Religious character | Christian |
| Phone | 01789293795 |
| Website | https://www.croftschool.co.uk |
Term dates
Source: school website · checked 2026-10-16
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2026-27
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Michaelmas 1 | Tue 8 Sep 2026 | Fri 16 Oct 2026 |
| Michaelmas 2 | Mon 2 Nov 2026 | Fri 18 Dec 2026 |
| Lent 1 | Tue 5 Jan 2027 | Fri 12 Feb 2027 |
| Lent 2 | Mon 22 Feb 2027 | Wed 24 Mar 2027 |
| Summer 1 | Thu 15 Apr 2027 | Fri 28 May 2027 |
| Summer 2 | Mon 7 Jun 2027 | Fri 9 Jul 2027 |
Optional Year 6 examination preparation Tue 1-Fri 4 Sep. Bank holiday 3 May (closed).
2027-28
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Michaelmas 1 | Tue 7 Sep 2027 | Fri 15 Oct 2027 |
| Michaelmas 2 | Mon 1 Nov 2027 | Wed 15 Dec 2027 |
| Lent 1 | Thu 6 Jan 2028 | Fri 11 Feb 2028 |
| Lent 2 | Mon 21 Feb 2028 | Fri 31 Mar 2028 |
| Summer 1 | Tue 25 Apr 2028 | Fri 26 May 2028 |
| Summer 2 | Mon 5 Jun 2028 | Thu 13 Jul 2028 |
Optional Year 6 examination preparation Tue 31 Aug-Fri 3 Sep. Easter holiday 3-21 Apr. Bank holiday 1 May (closed).
Fees 2026-27
Fees per term (including VAT).
| Year group | Fee |
|---|---|
| Reception (4 Years, Eligible for Funding) - extended day 11.45am - 3.30pm | £4,189.00 |
| Reception | £5,476.00 |
| Pre-Prep Years 1 & 2 | £5,709.00 |
| Prep Years 3 & 4 | £6,544.00 |
| Prep Years 5 & 6 | £6,811.00 |
Registration fee: £120.00
Deposit: £500.00
Academic Year 2026/27 from 1 September 2026. Amounts are Gross Fee (inc VAT) per term; net fees: funded Reception £3491.00, Reception £4563.00, Years 1 & 2 £4758.00, Years 3 & 4 £5453.00, Years 5 & 6 £5676.00. Reception standard fee applies from the term after the 5th birthday. Termly lunch £230.00 (no VAT). Little Crofters nursery charged per session (e.g. Butterflies 8.45am - 3.30pm £91.20; Pre-School 8.45am - 3.30pm £64.70). 10% sibling discount when three or more attend.
Source: school fees page
Admissions
Contact Admissions to arrange a visit or complete the Admissions Enquiry Form. Submit the online Registration Form with a £120 non-returnable registration fee; registrations are considered in order received, with possible priority for siblings. Offers depend on availability and the school's admission requirements. Early registration is recommended.
Registration deadline: Early registration is recommended
Source: school admissions page
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