The Gateway to Your Future
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.
Jonathan Coke, Head
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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: 4 May 2025

Meet Our New Director of Sport – Mr Lafleur

We’re thrilled to welcome our new Director of Sport to Gateway School- Mr Lafleur! With a background in both teaching and playing sport at a high level, he brings a wealth of experience, passion, and energy to our community. Before...

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Our Stories
🏉⚽🏑 SPORTS DESK REPORT — GATEWAY SCHOOL 🏉⚽🏑 

🗞️ This just in: it has been an exceptionally active month across the Gateway School Sports Department, with pupils delivering a series of noteworthy performances in cross country, football, hockey, and rugby.

🏃 Cross Country: Early reports confirm that pupils set off at remarkable speed, leaving onlookers questioning whether they had insider knowledge about a shortcut. Several strong finishes were recorded, and the overall level of determination was described as “impressively intense”.

⚽️ Football: Match analysis shows Gateway teams demonstrating solid teamwork, controlled passing, and a selection of confidently taken goals that left opposing sides reassessing their defensive plans. Players showed calm decision-making under pressure and a growing ability to link play effectively across the pitch.

🏑 Hockey: Observers reported fast-paced play, disciplined positioning, and swift breaks down the wing. One sequence of passing drew applause typically reserved for cup finals, despite it being a Thursday.

🏉 Rugby: Gateway pupils displayed strength, focus, and commitment across all fixtures. A standout moment included a superb cross-pitch kick that set up a teammate for a clear run and a well-executed try — a highlight that coaches have already labelled “textbook teamwork”.

Across ISA tournaments and local fixtures, Gateway teams have been repeatedly described as “energetic”, “organised”, and “surprisingly unstoppable for their size”. Staff confirm that team spirit has been a standout feature throughout.

More updates to follow as this developing sporting story continues.

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