About Us

Welcome to Avondale Preparatory School

Welcome to the online home of Avondale Preparatory School. Whether you are a prospective family seeking the right setting for your child, a current parent, or an educational professional exploring opportunities to join our team, I am delighted to welcome you to our website.

As the incoming Headteacher starting this September, I am thrilled to lead our vibrant school community into its next exciting chapter. Drawing on my extensive background in school leadership, my top priority is to provide steady, clear guidance and a supportive, ambitious environment where both our pupils and staff flourish.

Nestled in the heart of Wiltshire on the edge of Salisbury Plain, Avondale is a warm and distinctive independent prep school. From our youngest two-year-olds taking their first joyful steps in Nursery through to our eleven-year-olds preparing for secondary transition, we are committed to nurturing both academic excellence and strength of character. Grounded in our core values of family, integrity, community, resilience, and creativity, we provide a dependable, inspiring anchor for all our families — including our valued military and service community whose strength and traditions deeply enrich our school life.

We believe that an outstanding school is built on strong partnerships, visible leadership, and a shared commitment to continuous growth. I invite you to explore our website to discover our curriculum, experience our vibrant ethos, and learn more about what makes an Avondale education so unique. Whether you are seeking an exceptional educational foundation for your child or a dynamic professional environment to advance your career as an educational professional, we look forward to welcoming you.

Craig Knowles

Headteacher, Avondale Preparatory School