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For the first time, St Christopher’s Prep School and Nursery opens headteacher role to applicants outside the founding family

15th January 2025

St Christopher’s Prep School and Nursery, surrounded by the stunning South Hams countryside near Staverton, Devon, has been a family-led institution since its founding in 1991. Established by Jane and Gregory Kenyon, the school began as a small nursery operating out of Berry Pomeroy Village Hall. With just three children in its first term, the…

Celebrating a remarkable Autumn term at St. Christopher’s

2nd January 2025

As we look ahead to a new year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the incredible Autumn term we had at St. Christopher’s Prep School and Nursery. It was filled with learning, creativity, and memorable experiences – from arts to sports, music to outdoor learning, our pupils have accomplished so much and have made…

St. Christopher’s Prep School & Nursery at the Totnes Christmas Market

4th December 2024

As part of our annual tradition, our school choir brought some festive cheer to the Totnes Christmas Market. The event, which takes place every year in the heart of Totnes, is a much loved highlight for all our children  and staff alike.   The weather was crisp and fresh, we set up outside St. Mary’s…

Celebrating the joy of apples with our Apple Day adventures

24th October 2024

We had a fabulous time celebrating Apple Day at St Christopher’s Prep School and Nursery this week. This exciting event is all about enjoying apples and learning about nature while having a lot of fun. So, what exactly is Apple Day? It’s a lovely national celebration that highlights the importance of apples, orchards, and the…

Join us for our Open Morning on November 28

24th October 2024

We’re delighted to invite parents and carers to our Open Morning on Thursday, November 28, from 9am until 1pm. This is a fabulous opportunity to visit our school, meet our teachers, and chat with our Head, Mrs Alexandra Cottell. You’ll get to learn all about our nurturing environment and how we help children thrive. At…

Parent testimonial spotlight

17th September 2024

We are incredibly grateful for the testimonials from our parents and carers. Here’s what one parent had to say about their child’s journey at St. Christopher’s: “Our daughter started at St. Christopher’s with two years left of primary education. At this point, we didn’t know what she liked or what she was good at. St….

Outdoor learning where nature is the ultimate teacher

30th August 2024

At St Christopher’s Nursery and Prep School, we firmly believe that nature is the ultimate teacher. There’s something truly special about stepping outside the classroom and letting the great outdoors take the lead in education. The benefits of outdoor learning are vast and varied, and it can play a crucial role in our approach to…

The benefits of separate year groups at St. Christopher’s Prep School and Nursery

31st July 2024

Did you know that at St. Christopher’s Prep School and Nursery, we keep our year groups separate? We believe this approach significantly enhances your child’s learning experience. Why separate year groups? At St Christopher’s, we understand the importance of providing the best educational experience for your child possible. By keeping our year groups separate, we…

Enrichment Week at St Christopher’s

31st May 2024

Enrichment Week at St Christopher’s proved to be a wonderful few days for all our children and staff. With fresh air and sunshine as the order of the day, it was a fulfilling experience, giving lasting memories of a positive time among friends and comrades. We’re so lucky to have such a huge choice in…

All welcome to St Christopher’s Prep School and Nursery Open Morning, May 15th from 9am

13th May 2024

Are you searching for the ideal environment where your child can flourish and thrive during their formative years? Look no further than St. Christopher’s Nursery and Prep School! Our commitment to providing a nurturing atmosphere ensures that every child receives the attention and support they need to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. And now, we…