Nursery and Prep School for 6 months-11 years, founded in North Wembley in 1927.

Innovation and Excellence 

Founded in 1927 as an independent preparatory school for boys, Buxlow Preparatory School and Nursery is now fully coeducational and offers quality education to children between 2 and 11 years of age. Buxlow is located on the corner of East Lane and Castleton Gardens, Wembley, where it is served by excellent road and rail links which run throughout London.

At Buxlow Preparatory School, we are proud to provide a learning environment that delivers excellence alongside nurturing resilient and responsible individuals.

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Upcoming Events


Welcome to Reception 2025: Beginning Buxlow : Tuesday 12th November, 9am - 10.15am

11+ Tutoring Sessions: Every Saturday, starting on Saturday 9th November, 9am - 10.30am for pupils in Year 4, 5 & 6 or 10.30am - 12pm for pupils in Year 3 and below.

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Why Buxlow Preparatory School?

Accelerated Curriculum

Our Accelerated Curriculum helps children achieve above expectations throughout their time at Buxlow. High standards of pupil work, behaviour and social interaction are gained.

Enriching Education

We prepare our children to respond resourcefully to the challenges of the future through a range of constructive, collaborative and inspired learning experiences.

Ethos and Approach

Whether in the caring, nurturing environment of our Early Years, or within the safe and encouraging atmosphere of our KS2, strong pastoral care is a hallmark of Buxlow.

Orchard Funding

Buxlow Preparatory School and Nursery is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Orchard Funding Ltd which is a lender authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority with number 725315. Company number 06656377 registered at 222 Armstrong Road Luton LU2 0FY. Instalment credit option subject to terms, conditions, and acceptance.

What's happening?

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Curious about Reception at Buxlow Preparatory School? Hear what our current Reception parents have to say! We have limited availability for 2024 Reception starters. Visit our website to get in touch and arrange a tour with us today, link in bio. #buxlowpreparatoryschool #buxlowschool #buxlowbrilliance #wembleyschools #brentschools #buxlowbrent #buxlowinspire #ilgschools #ilgnurseries #earlyyearseducation

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We have spaces available at Buxlow Preparatory School! Visit our website to enquire about individual tours, link in bio. #buxlowpreparatoryschool #buxlowschool #buxlowbrilliance #wembleyschools #brentschools #buxlowbrent #buxlowinspire #ilgschools #ilgnurseries #earlyyearseducation

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Buxlow is back! We were delighted to welcome our pupils back to school for the start of the new academic year. New friends, bigger aspirations and now rolling out Philosophy for Children across the school. Let’s go! #buxlowbrilliance #ilgschools #independentprepschoolslondon #philosophy #philosophyforchildren #sapere

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Join our upcoming Open Mornings at Buxlow Preparatory School! Link in bio for booking information. #buxlowpreparatoryschool #buxlowschool #buxlowbrilliance #wembleyschools #brentschools #buxlowbrent #buxlowinspire #factanonverba #ilgschools #ilgnurseries #earlyyearseducation

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We are excited to announce that our brand new nursery baby room will be opening in September 2024! Spaces are very limited - enquire with us today to avoid missing out. Link in bio for more information ⬆️ #buxlowpreparatoryschool #buxlowschool #buxlowbrilliance #wembleyschools #brentschools #buxlowbrent #buxlowinspire #factanonverba #ilgschools #ilgnurseries #earlyyearseducation

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We have spaces available at Buxlow Preparatory School! Visit our website to enquire about individual tours, link in bio. #buxlowpreparatoryschool #buxlowschool #buxlowbrilliance #wembleyschools #brentschools #buxlowbrent #buxlowinspire #ilgschools #ilgnurseries #earlyyearseducation

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The weather held out for our #endofyearparty 🎉 So wonderful to have all the children mingling together one last time. Blessed to have been treated to fresh popcorn, cool slushies and sweet candy floss from our amazing Miss Scantlebury 🙏🏻 #buxlowfamily #buxlowbrilliance #factanonverba #independentprepschool #wembley

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A few highlights from the best week, making memories. #buxlowbrilliance #factanonverba

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A stop off in Oxford to visit the Natural History Museum was a great finale to our week. Tired, fulfilled, independent, happy kids #buxlowbrilliance #factanonverba #ilgschools

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What a wonderful time we have had in the National Forest! We are so proud of how courageous, courteous, kind and resilient each and every pupil has been. It’s been an absolute joy! #buxlowbrilliance #factanonverba #ilgschools

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Day 3 of our summer residential saw us embark on a scavenger hunt, assault course and a leap of faith as our partners expertly guided us through the barefoot challenge whilst blindfolded! Well deserved ice-creams back at base 🍦#buxlowbrilliance #factanonverba #ilgschools

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At Buxlow Preparatory School we know that Year 6 is a pivotal time for our pupils, and recognise that the transition to secondary school can be daunting. We spoke to Mr Smith, our Year 6 Form Teacher, for tips on transitioning to secondary school. Visit our website to read more! Link in bio. #buxlowpreparatoryschool #buxlowschool #buxlowbrilliance #wembleyschools #brentschools #buxlowbrent #buxlowinspire #factanonverba #ilgschools #ilgnurseries #earlyyearseducation