Reviews of The Lyceum Preparatory School. (School) in London (London).

The Lyceum Preparatory School

21 Reviews

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Independent or preparatory school

65 Worship St, London EC2A 2DU, United Kingdom

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Information of The Lyceum Preparatory School, School in London (London)

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Reviews of The Lyceum Preparatory School

J. N.

We've had two children with the Lyceum over the past six years - can't speak highly enough of the rapid evolution and trajectory that the school is on. The leadership, faculty and pastoral care provided all we needed and prepared our son and daughter for the next chapter in their education journeys. One contributing factor was the community - many like minded parents, all wanting the best all round experience for the children, but in a environment where personalities, strengths and weaknesses can be celebrated and understood. Great class sizes, great staff (teaching and support), and a great future. Happy to speak to any future parents.

m. d.

Our son just spent the most amazing reception year with Lyceum school. The team managed the Corona crisis with care and professionalism. The classes were great and gave structure to our days. Also they gave the children a sense of normality during those testing times. Our son has grown in confidence and is a really happy kid who made great friends and loves his teacher. The school premises are great and the cantine fabulous. Warmly recommend to any parent!!!!

F. S.

The Lyceum is a wonderful, happy school, which has undergone a transformation under Headteacher Mrs Wyatt. The building is beautiful, airy and light, with an outdoor playground - something of a rarity in central London. The teaching is energetic and tailored to the child, with academic standards now high. The canteen chef is also incredible, literally incredible!

C. E.

I have had 3 children go through the Lyceum over the last 10 years - the school has always been outstanding when it comes to music, the arts and pastoral care. However, it now complements this with excellence in teaching and academic structure and rigour. For example, my son who is in year 2 is currently being stretched in all areas by a former year 4 teacher and, seeing the teaching over Zoom during lockdown, has only built my confidence in the methodical, yet creative and kind, approach to learning across the school. I particularly like the immersive approach to learning whereby children experience topics through different avenues, such as going on trips to deepen their learning, such as living as evacuees in WW2 or as Victorians on a farm. We also now have specialist teachers for music, art, Spanish and sport , and visiting teachers for all manner of clubs and musical instruments. The school is also open for breakfast club and after school club which helps all of the working parents. The new building with its huge windows and outside space on Worship St in the middle of the City have made the school even more special and the current head, leadership team and staff demonstrate their love of, and commitment to, the school and children every day. Their caring and nurturing approach is reflected in the children who are quietly confident, enthusiastic learners and very well rounded - a fact that is often commented on at the 11 plus interviews and in part accounts for the school’s continued success at this transition point (my children have gained places at Channing and Highgate!). The Lyceum’s commitment to the 11 plus process is also excellent - there is a deputy head dedicated to overseeing the process and the school prepares the children in every way through free booster lessons before school, mock interviews and multiple exam papers and feedback. A good London prep school combines structured and creative teaching with a kind and nurturing environment, leading to both academic success (and secondary school transition success!) and a confident, well- balanced child: the Lyceum does just this. I have the evidence in my 3 children!

B. M.

We have two daughters at The Lyceum - our eldest, who after 8 years at the school, will leave at the end of the summer term to start secondary; our youngest also started in Nursery and is currently in Year 2. The school has been through ups and downs but I can wholeheartedly say that it is now better than it has ever been. The teachers are wonderful and work extremely hard to ensure the success of our children. Secondary transfer has gone smoothly this year and every child (and their families) are happy with the options they have. Music at The Lyceum is simply superb, and the quality of the performances is impressive, particularly when considering the size of the school. However, what I like the most about the school is the ethos. Every child is valued for their unique strengths and gets opportunities to show them off, which in turn makes The Lyceum children confident while extremely polite and grounded. It is possibly not the most academic school, but the curriculum is varied and the results are still achieved without the need of being a ‘hot house’. The school is clearly being invested in heavily. The new HeadMistress is great and with her experience, the team she has to support her and the new building, I am certain The Lyceum will become the best school in the area. Delighted to recommend The Lyceum

A. S.

A wonderful, friendly school which has gone from strength to strength since moving to a beautiful new building under Mrs Wyatt's leadership. It punches above its size in terms of leavers' destinations. Always strong in music, the school is now doing great things on the sports side and community engagement. It has even had an artist in residence!

M. L.

My son joined the school a term into Year 3. He has had three top quality teachers - Miss Simms (twice), Miss Carter and now Mrs. Taggart. The small class sizes (max 15 currently 12) have been a particular plus for us, especially since each class enjoys the added benefit of a full time teaching assistant. There is a special atmosphere the moment you walk through the front door - Mrs. Wyatt, the headteacher, welcomes each child and adult with a friendly handshake. In close attendance, Registrar and Internal Operations Manager Miss Riley exudes warmth. Numerous and ever changing wall displays tell the visitor that this is a busy school where a lot gets done, a constant outlet for children's hard work and creativity. Every Year 6 child has pastoral responsibilities towards other year groups and each week the whole of Year 6 has tea and toast with Mrs. Wyatt - how cool is that? Things are going to get even better with the forthcoming move into a larger, more comfortable and rather posh building around the corner in Worship Street. All the results have now come in for Year 6's entrance exams. Ten superb destinations were secured - Aldenham, Alleyn's, Channing, Eaton Square Mayfair, Highgate, Mossbourne Community Academy, North Bridge House, Portland Place, Queen's College London and St. James Hammersmith. Mrs. Wyatt has bent over backwards to help this group and parents have been humbled by how she and Mrs. Taggart have done so much with such attention to detail. The main emphasis has been to find the right fit for each child so that they will continue their development in the way that best suits them. I should also mention Miss Southwell who provides very effective extra support, Miss Denton who heads the superb music department and Mr. Sayers who, with great enthusiasm, is overseeing the introduction of more and more sports matches against local schools. If you're looking for a really friendly, caring environment where so many people will work so hard to make your child's schooling safe, happy and a memory they'll look back on with nostalgic affection for the rest of their life, you've come to the right place. Welcome on board - you'll love the journey.

C. R.

I work closely to the school and I absolutely love their ethos and values. Each child at the school is valued and treated as an individual, as soon as you walk into the school, you can see every child is happy to be there!

R. R.

I have 2 children currently at the Lyceum and they both look forward every morning to go to school!The Sports,Art and Music is amazing at the Lyceum.Children as young as 3 years old can start learning piano and violin with lovely and talented Ms Loh and Ms Denton.The headteacher always greets the children with a warm smile and handshake every morning and makes sure that everything runs smoothly and everyone is happy.I get asked a lot about my opinion of the school and I always highly recommend it!

A. D. M.

This is a fabulous school in all sorts of ways, not least the way its staff treat the children with real care, kindness and respect. Highly recommended.

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