News & Events

Proud Sponsors at Bovey Tracey Cricket Club

5th June 2024

We’re excited to announce that St Christopher’s Prep School and Nursery is a sponsor of Bovey Tracey Cricket Club. Why Cricket is Great for Kids Cricket is more than just a game; it’s a fantastic way for children to develop important life skills. Playing cricket teaches kids about teamwork, discipline, and strategic thinking. It helps…

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…

St. Christopher’s joins The Mossy Carpet: A community art project highlighting climate change and the magic of moss

18th March 2024

We are delighted to have joined The Mossy Carpet project – a community art installation created by the Art and Energy Collective. This innovative project aims to raise awareness about climate change and inspire a deep appreciation for nature by highlighting the magical, often-overlooked beauty and ecological significance of moss. The Mossy Carpet is an expansive, interactive artwork featuring thousands…

Thrilling U11 football victory for St Christopher’s Nursery and Prep School

18th March 2024

Our U11 football team emerged victorious in the small schools league, with an impressive score of 3-0. The team showcased exceptional teamwork and skill on the field, leaving spectators in awe. We’re incredibly proud of our young athletes for their hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship.  At St Christopher’s, we believe in fostering a nurturing and…

Preps 1 and 2 explore material Science with umbrella experiment

7th March 2024

Preps 1 and 2 students at our school recently completed a fun and educational science experiment, investigating the properties of materials to discover which would be best for making umbrellas.   The children displayed their fabulous knowledge, creativity, and curiosity while conducting the experiment, which aimed to determine which materials were waterproof and strong enough…

St. Christopher’s joins The Mossy Carpet: A community art project highlighting climate change and the magic of moss

7th March 2024

Children from St. Christopher’s Prep School, a co-educational independent school in Staverton, near Totnes, have joined The Mossy Carpet project – a community art installation created by the Art and Energy Collective. This innovative project aims to raise awareness about climate change and inspire a deep appreciation for nature by highlighting the magical, often-overlooked beauty…

St Christopher’s Football Team displays skill at ISA South West 5-a-side Tournament

9th February 2024

The St Christopher’s Nursery and Prep School football team recently went to Cornwall to participate in the ISA South West 5-a-side football tournament. Group Stage In the group stages our team exhibited remarkable teamwork and skill, securing victories against Shebbear, Trinity, and Polwhele. Semi-Final In the semi-finals, the competition intensified as we played Stover. Despite…

Success at cross country for St Christopher’s!

5th February 2024

Our under 9s team showcased their determination and talent at the recent cross country race held at Blundells School in Tiverton. Competing against six other schools, they delivered outstanding performances with top ten finishes in their respective races. Congratulations to Edward, William, Freya, Clara, Georgia, and Indie for their remarkable achievements! Special recognition goes to…

Great start to new term with a thrilling netball match

11th January 2024

We had a fantastic start to the term with a thrilling U11 Girls Netball match against Trinity at St. Christopher’s!   A huge thank you to Trinity for their hospitality.   Netball is a key part of our curriculum and there are lots of reasons why. Netball shapes well-rounded individuals, fostering social, emotional, and cognitive skills. All…