We hope our values will provide an insight into life at Cheam and what it feels like to be part of our vibrant community. There is no better way to get to know us than by visiting. Our doors are always open and Open Mornings, Tours, Events and Toddler sessions are the perfect way to spend time with us.
Curious Minds
We pride ourselves on developing curious thinkers who work together to learn and expand their knowledge and their skills. We are committed to the progressive and inspiring academic and co-curricular journey of every child.
Our small class sizes, specialist teachers, Learning Development Centre and exceptional pastoral care dovetail to enable every mind at Cheam to thrive, valuing inquiry and exploration.
The breadth of enrichment and co-curricular opportunities is extraordinary and our ‘give it a go’ philosophy encourages every child to try, in order to learn how to both fail and fly. An impressive list of destination schools and scholarships will tell you all you need to know about the growth that the children achieve.
Kind Hearts
Kindness is part of the DNA of Cheam. We encourage the children to be kind to themselves and to each other. We achieve this through our approach to wellbeing and by teaching all children to understand themselves, their strengths and how to build resilience.
Pastoral excellence is a key building block to a Cheam education; we are child-focused and inclusive.
Character Education sets us apart from many other prep schools. This forward-thinking approach is a kind, holistic and effective lens to build happier, reflective, and future-ready individuals.
Community Spirit
Cheam is first and foremost a community. The family spirit and friendship that runs through the school is ever present amongst pupils, staff, parents, governors and alumni.
Cheam’s community spirit is most visible in our vertical house system, our fun, family boarding provision and our purposeful and energic staffrooms.
We know when children meet each other for the first time in Nursery or Reception they might well be locking eyes with their future best man, bridesmaid or business partner. Cheam friends last a lifetime; there is a distinct and charming spirit amongst them all for they are both interesting and interested.
A sense of community spirit is embodied in our school motto Omnia Caritate and all children learn and live to be charitable at school and beyond.
