Beechwood Park is a co-educational independent Prep School providing a high standard of education for children aged rising 3 to 13, located in extensive parkland in the Hertfordshire Countryside. The School has its own onsite Nursery; Woodlands Nursery which was recently named as one of the top 20 nurseries in the east of England.

The Good Schools’ Guide summarises the School as follows; "Particularly strong reputation for trad subjects like French and music but also nurtures and educates children in the wider sense. The result is sparky, confident children who exude pride in their school and are incredibly happy learners."

The School is organised into four areas; Woodlands Nursery, Junior, Middle and Senior departments. The School is situated on the edge of Markyate village in a delightful parkland setting just 15 minutes drive from Harpenden and 20 minutes from St Albans from whose stations London St Pancras International can be reached (direct) in under 30 minutes. The School runs an extensive coach service to number of local towns and villages and is located just 5 minutes from Junction 9 of the M1.

Woodlands Nursery prepares pupils for a smooth and stress free transition to Reception, when they join the the Junior department until Year 2. The Middle department is for children f