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Choosing a school for your child is a daunting experience; there are so many factors to consider but our overarching aim was to find a school our daughter would be happy in whilst having a great education.

We looked through ISI reports but what sold us on The Prebendal School were the staff and the happy children we saw when we visited. We have not doubted our decision since joining. Our daughter is so happy, growing in confidence and has made so much progress since joining reception.

Learning to read and write with the support of her teacher has been such an exciting process! The excellent outside space provision, a weekly beach visit, music, art, assembly in the cathedral ( the list goes on!) and an interesting curriculum combined with knowledgeable and most importantly calm, kind teachers and adults has made our daughter’s start to school life such a joy.

A huge amount of work goes into making The Prebendal School have a wonderful family feel with an open door policy and the EYFS staff treat their classes like they would their own children- what more could you want!

"We have not doubted our decision since joining. Our daughter is so happy, growing in confidence and has made so much progress since joining reception"


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There is no doubt that Inigo’s interest and ability in music has been nurtured to an exceptional standard by his choristership in Chichester cathedral choir, both in terms of the standards they work to and also the nurturing and thoughtful way that the children are supported to reach this level. Other musical staff in Prebendal also contributed in important ways to Inigo’s development as a musician and as a great team player, both musically and in sport and other areas.

Finally, we had some exciting news this term: earlier this year Inigo had applied to the BBC Young Chorister of the Year competition, by sending in video recordings of him performing two songs, which we made one evening in the cathedral. In October the BBC called to ask if Inigo would be the reserve candidate, should any of the six boy finalists be unable to attend for filming for two days in The Monastery in Manchester. He was not required in the end but they sent the certificate I have attached below.

I know that it is useful – and hopefully rewarding – to know what happens to children after they leave the Prebendal, and Inigo is certainly thriving as a result of the many ways in which his time at Prebendal and as a chorister prepared him for this next stage of his school and musical life. Please do pass on our gratitude and appreciation to all the staff who’ve helped him during his time at Prebendal.

"Inigo is certainly thriving as a result of the many ways in which his time at Prebendal  prepared him for this next stage of his school and musical life"


Ddpl1lrwaaavig7Our daughter joined Prebendal in reception and is now in year two, and we have been delighted with the support and encouragement that she has received. We are impressed with both her academic progress and the way her confidence has flourished.

 This encouraged us to move our younger daughter into pelicans sooner rather than later. 
We have been equally impressed with her progress and the support she received in initially settling into her class. 

We feel that the teachers really understand our children and their different characters. They do a wonderful job in using this understanding to help them achieve their best, while creating a supportive and caring environment, which we feel makes Prebendal so unique. 

"We are impressed with both her academic progress and the way her confidence has flourished"


Hello, I'm Matt and I found The Prebendal to be a very caring school that is able to get the best out of pupils thanks to its smaller class sizes. I felt very comfortable being there because it wasn't too large. 

I gained a Sports Scholarship to Lancing College. My main sport is cricket which I am passionate about. I hope to play it professionally one day and I train all year round to fulfil this ambition. I will be training with a county U16 team after I've completed by GCSEs. I'm also a football and hockey goalkeeper.

I enjoyed Religious Studies at The Prebendal as the teacher made the subject come alive. I also enjoyed Latin as I was on a very average level but I achieved an A* for Common Entrance. I really enjoyed the very friendly environment at The Prebendal and playing Sports most days. The teachers helped me out enormously for my next school and I made the perfect choice by going to Lancing College.

"I found The Prebendal to be a very caring school that is able to get the best out of pupils thanks to its smaller class sizes"


 

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Poppy Ewence

Hi, I'm Poppy and I left The Prebendal in 2005. For me, the greatest memories are the beautiful buildings, the inspiring teachers and you were actively encouraged to take part in every area of school life. I was very musically involved at Prebendal and to have the opportunity to perform weekly in the Cathedral from such a young age is an invaluable experience not only because of its history, but because it provides a brilliant introduction to the art of performance.

My advice to a new pupil just starting at The Prebendal is get involved in everything and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. You will make some fantastic friends for life and take in every moment as time will fly by.

Prebendal gave me a platform on which to develop as a musician - something that has played a major part in my career thus far. In addition, its foundations of good values and morals can be carried through all parts of life.

Prebendal truly is a unique school, steeped in tradition. Its environment encourages individuality and what makes it stand out is its eccentric mix of pupils, parents and staff who come together to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

"For me, the greatest memories are the beautiful buildings, the inspiring teachers and you were actively encouraged to take part in every area of school life"


 

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Hi, I'm Mari and I'm a former Prebendal parent. There are many things that made our time at the School so memorable. The location, of course, is one as the School is in the heart of a very beautiful city yet it feels quiet and calm in the shadow of the magnificent Cathedral which, amazingly, is used every day by the School for assemblies and concerts. We shall never forget the wonderful concerts and performance opportunities that our daughter had during her time at Prebendal.

Above all, the warm, supportive, family feel of the School is one of our abiding memories. The staff really got to know our daughter well and knew how to get the best out of her. She looks back with great fondness on her time at Prebendal and values the individual attention and support she received from the teachers as well as the camaraderie of her fellow classmates.

Prebendal certainly helped to increase our daughter's confidence. She achieved impressive Common Entrance results and grabbed every opportunity that was on offer from exciting school trips abroad to sailing courses on the south coast as well as giving some memorable musical performances. And, in her final year, she gained a Music Scholarship to the school of her choice.

If you want a school that offers excellent academic support with individual attention, that reinforces traditional values, has an emphasis on music and performance and is situated in a glorious setting, then choose Prebendal.

"Prebendal certainly helped to increase our daughter's confidence. She achieved impressive Common Entrance results and grabbed every opportunity that was on offer"