The Gateway to Your Future
Non Selective, Academically Excellent, Independent Co-Educational Prep School in Great Missenden
Exceptional Progress, Outstanding Value - Your Path to Excellence Starts Here. We are proud to provide a remarkable education enriched with unforgettable opportunities and experiences.

Where Every Child is Celebrated

Situated in the heart of the Chiltern hills in the beautiful village of Great Missenden in Buckinghamshire, Gateway School is a co-educational, independent day school for children aged two to eleven, ISI rated ‘excellent’ in all areas. At Gateway School, education is not just about academic success; it is about building a foundation that gives each child the confidence and skills they need to be the best they can be.

Our children leave us as competent and confident individuals, with a secure sense of who they are and are well-equipped to take on their next challenges.
Cath Bufton-Green Head Teacher
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Creating Amazing Childhoods

Creating Amazing Childhoods

Facilities
Creating Amazing Childhoods

Creating Amazing Childhoods

Community

In the Heart of Everyone

We believe that a strong community connection enriches the educational experience and promotes a supportive network for children, parents, and staff alike. Our community oriented initiatives are designed to involve parents actively in the learning process and to strengthen the partnership between home and school.

Leavers' Destinations

Children at Gateway School undertake exams for the Buckinghamshire Grammar School transfer test and local Independent Schools. We are proud that the majority of pupils receive offers from their preferred senior school. This high success rate is attributed to the academic journey and the positive partnerships between parents and staff, in identifying the schools that holistically best fit the children

Our Stories

Posted: 7 September 2024

Gateway School Appoints New Headteacher

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Jonathan Coke as Head of Gateway School from Easter 2025. Jonathan is currently Head of St. Christopher’s Prep School In North-West London having worked in Senior Leadership roles for the last eleven years....

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Our Stories
🎉 This Week at Gateway School 🎉
What a busy and exciting week it’s been at Gateway! We’ve celebrated some important national events and had lots of fun along the way:
🧠 World Mental Health Day - Children came together to discuss the importance of mental well-being across all year groups.
🧩 World Dyslexia Awareness Day - A special moment as one of our brave pupils stood up in assembly to share their experience, helping us all learn more about dyslexia.
➗ Maths Day - Year 6 helped younger pupils with fun and engaging maths activities. 🌍 Black History Month - Children have been learning and preparing for next week’s special assembly.
🦷 Science Fun - From creating circuits to making teeth out of marshmallows, our young scientists have been experimenting and learning hands-on!
⚽ Sports - Teams from Year 3-6 represented the school in regional cross-country events and competed in hockey and rugby fixtures, showcasing their talent and teamwork.
🎨 Creative Corner - In art, we’ve been erupting volcanoes and unleashing our creativity! 
🎳 Year 6 Bowling Trip - After a busy start to the term, Year 6 got a well-deserved treat with a fun-filled trip to the bowling alley!
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Upcoming Events

Whole School Open Morning-Thursday 12 November, 09:30am 

To register your interest for our next open morning or Preschool event or to arrange a private tour of the school with our Headteacher, please fill out the form below to book your place and we will be in touch shortly.