Welcome to S. Anselm's Preparatory School
A day and boarding school which provides the highest standard of education for boys and girls from rising 3 to 13 years. Set in over 20 acres of magnificent Peak District countryside, here children can enjoy their childhood and experience a school life that is packed with adventure, excitement and is quite simply, second to none.
Discover S. Anselm’s for yourself
Come and experience the unique atmosphere of S. Anselm’s and find out about the breadth of opportunities on offer.
Our next Open Morning takes place on
Saturday 2nd March 2024
Alternatively you can arrange a personal tour of the school at a time to suit you
01629 812 734
Proud to be awarded
Tatler Prep School of the Year 2021
We are passionate about offering a first class education and a joyful school life within our caring school community, set withing this idyllic part of the UK
Click here to find out more about how S. Anselm’s earned this privileged award
GET IN TOUCH
Book a Visit | General Enquiry | Important Information
GET IN TOUCH
Book a Visit | General Enquiry | Important Information
S. Anselm's Latest News

Boarders’ Got Talent
What a mesmerizing evening of entertainment and surprises! We were all blown away by the hard work, effort and commitment that the boarders put into the evening…

The Christmas Recipe
After weeks of preparation and hard work from both the children and staff it was finally time to see the much anticipated Pre-Prep production of ‘The Christmas Recipe’…

Making Music at Michaelmas Concert
On the evening of Monday 27th November, S. Anselm’s School hosted there annual Michaelmas Concert. Ensembles and soloists rocked the audience…

We Will Remember Them
On Friday we held our Remembrance Service on the Head’s Lawn. A beautiful service of readings, hymns and remembering those brave men who fell serving our country,
Come & visit us
There is no better way to get a taste of all that S. Anselm’s has to offer than to come and visit us. Call us to arrange a time convenient to you.
Open mornings
Our Open Mornings are an ideal way to discover more about S. Anselm’s and meet our pupils and staff.
Contact us
The school office is open from 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday and 8.30am to 12.30pm on Saturdays during term time.
Directions
S. Anselm’s is located in the heart of the Peak District, sitting on the crest of the hill above the picturesque market town of Bakewell.

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Get in touch
- head@anselms.co.uk
- +44 (0) 1629 812734
- Stanedge Road, Bakewell
- Derbyshire, DE45 1DP