THE MOST IMPORTANT YEARS DESERVE SOMETHING EXCEPTIONAL
Our Difference
Specialists in the First Seven YearsPilgrims offers something genuinely distinctive: a specialist education for the earliest and most formative years of a child's life and learning, from the very beginning of their journey through to age seven. Focused exclusively on these years, everything we do is designed around how young children grow, learn and flourish, giving them the strongest possible start.
At Pilgrims, your child will:
- Feel happy, secure and valued.
- Be inspired to explore, discover and grow.
- Develop the confidence, independence and resilience to embrace new opportunities.
- Build a genuine love of learning and natural curiosity about the world.
- Develop strong foundations for future learning.
- Be well prepared for a smooth and successful transition to their next school.
Purpose-built and designed for childhood
With expert teaching and an inspiring curriculumAt Pilgrims, children learn in inspiring indoor and outdoor environments designed around their needs. Guided by expert teachers and a bespoke curriculum recognised as a Significant Strength in our 2026 inspection report, learning is brought to life through play, exploration and purposeful teaching. Strong foundations in literacy, numeracy and wellbeing ensure that every child is exceptionally well prepared for the next stage of their educational journey.
Every child is known and supported as an individual
At Pilgrims, relationships are at the heart of everything we do - every child is known, valued and supported. In our warm, inclusive community, they develop confidence, well-being and a strong sense of belonging.
Trusted relationships with caring adults
A personalised approach to help reach their potential
Every child is known, understood and valued
A strong sense of belonging
Strengthened by the Harpur Trust Family
As the Harpur Trust's pre-prep school, Pilgrims offers the benefits of a wider educational community while maintaining its specialist focus and individual care. For families who remain within the Trust, our Priority Pathway offers a clear, supported route to the Prep and Junior Schools.
The benefits include:
- The reassurance of belonging to a trusted educational family.
- Access to wider opportunities and expertise across the Trust.
- A clear and supported pathway to the Harpur Trusts Prep and Junior Schools.
Preparing children for life beyond Pilgrims
For the last two years, 100% of our Year 2 children were offered places at their chosen next school.
At Pilgrims, we prepare children not just for their next school but for life. They leave with the confidence, character and strong learning foundations needed to thrive at their next school and beyond.
The best way to understand what makes Pilgrims distinctive is to experience it in person.
Arrange a visit today.
See the Difference for Yourself
