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In our opinion, hands down; the best preparatory school in Staffordshire, if not the UK. Headmaster, Mr Raybould leads his team of marvellous teachers and support staff with such passion,... Read more
Our daughter will soon be entering her third year at Yarlet, and we are delighted with her progress and increase in confidence. The Yarlet team really do get the balance right between... Read more
Yarlet is a lovely picturesque school with amazing grounds, which teaches the children care and attention to detail. The school is nurturing and very adapting to every child's needs. I've... Read more
Yarlet School are not only exacting with their teaching curriculum but also their pastoral care is excellent. The relationship between teacher or any member of staff and the pupils ensures... Read more
My daughter has been at Yarlet for year 7. Yarlet is welcoming and nurturing. One of the first things that struck me was that I had never been in a school before, where the children were so... Read more
Our son has been at Yarlet since nursery and we remain very impressed at the nurturing environment that is evident at the school. As he’s grown older, the emphasis on academic progress... Read more
My son has been at yarlet since nursery and has thoroughly enjoyed everyday. It is a wonderful nurturing family environment. All the teachers know all the pupils individually and all their... Read more
We honestly couldn't wish for a more nurturing, kind and inspiring environment for our 2 girls. Since starting at Yarlet in nursery both have grown into confident and happy children. Yarlet... Read more
Yarlet is much more than just a school, it is a community. The teachers really know the children as individuals, where each child's specific needs are catered for. The SEN provision is... Read more
I am pleased to say that my son has very supportive care in Yarlet and I am very satisfied with his progress. The teaching staff in Yarlet have been amazing. They have provided continuous... Read more
Yarlet is a busy and exciting environment in which to learn. It is a happy place where pupils are encouraged to be individuals and embrace challenges. Yarlet gives real value to every... Read more
Our daughter has thoroughly enjoyed her time at Yarlet and the experience has been positive, nurturing and encouraging throughout. Scarlet has flourished as a result of the inspiring... Read more
The Yarlet experience is unique. The teachers and staff are amazing and get the best out of every child. The grounds are beautiful and allow children to be children. It is the Yarlet... Read more
Both of my children have received an education that is tailored to them as individuals. Building confidence through their areas of strength and supporting them to build determination with... Read more
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An excellent independent preparatory school for boys and girls aged 2 to 13
Set in beautiful Staffordshire countryside, Yarlet School is located near the A34 between Stafford and Stone and is only two miles from the M6 motorway. Yarlet offers a first class, all‑round education and is renowned for traditional values, small class sizes, high academic standards, unrivalled facilities and excellence in art, sport and music. A welcoming family atmosphere is central to Yarlet life and parents often comment on the happy, smiling faces which greet them; our children enjoy coming to and being at school.
Admissions for September 2020
It has never been more important to give your child a strong start in life so this may be the perfect moment to consider a first-class independent education at Yarlet School. Parents who are considering enrolling their child/ren for September 2020 are asked to make contact with Headmaster as soon as posssible. A virtual or on-site visit could be arranged in July or August which would provide an opportunity to look around our beautiful school and meet some of our delightful pupils. To arrange an initial meeting, please email our Headmaster, Ian Raybould, by clicking here or use our ‘Contact us’ page by clicking here.
Although our pupils surpass themselves academically, their achievements are not limited to the classroom. Read more...
Yarlet pupils make full use of extensive grounds and excellent facilities. Read more...
Yarlet offers a great deal of flexibility before and after school and even the possibility of flex-boarding for older pupils. Read more...
Welcome to our website, we hope it will give you a sense of what our wonderful school is all about. Read more...
Yarlet pupils emerge as happy, confident young men and women who are ready to take on the world. Read more...
Our key objective is simple, to create and maintain an environment in which all children are happy, secure and challenged to achieve their personal best in all areas of school life. Read more...
Bright, happy faces, bursting with enthusiasm for the day ahead. Learning is fun! This is the first impression which greets visitors to Yarlet's Pre-Prep Department. Read more...
We expect the very best from your child inside and outside the classroom. Individualised targets ensure that every pupil is challenged to achieve to the best of his or her ability. Read more...
Senior pupils work hard, play hard, compete well and form strong friendships which often last a lifetime. Read more...
Formerly Director of Music at King's College Madrid, our current Headmaster has a passion for school music and has strengthened this area considerably at Yarlet. Read more...
With specialist teacher games sessions four times per week in Pre-Prep and every day in Main School it is no wonder that pupils reach an impressive standard by the time they leave Yarlet. Read more...
Lively, inspiring and displayed all around the school, Art is important at Yarlet. From our youngest pupils in nursery to our Form 8s, everyone is encouraged to be creative and get involved. Read more...
