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Harrogate pre-school named as national award finalists

Tuesday, 30 September 2025 09:47

Highfield Pre-School has been named a finalist for the Independent Pre-Prep of the Year award.

Highfield Pre-School in Harrogate has earned national recognition after being named a finalist in the 2025 Independent School of the Year Awards.

Hundreds of schools from across the country submitted entries in all award categories, with Highfield Pre-School named a finalist for the Independent Pre-Prep of the Year award.

The school is set to be renamed Duchy College Pre-School from September 2026.

Pre-School Manager, Mrs Sam Pickard, said:

“To be recognised for a national award is a fantastic achievement, and testament to the entire Highfield Pre-School community.

“We have an incredible team of qualified Early Years professionals who are committed to providing each child with the very best Pre-School education, and this recognition is a wonderful celebration of their commitment and passion.”

Highfield Pre-School is situated in a large Victorian family house on the Harrogate Ladies’ College (Duchy College) campus.

Weekly activities include French, Music, PE, Swimming, Early Years Yoga and Forest School in the large private gardens.

Principal of Harrogate Ladies’ College (Duchy College), Mrs Joanna Fox, said:

“Our Pre-School team are paramount in developing a passion for learning and a love of life in the youngest members of our family of schools.

“As we look forward to becoming Duchy College Pre-School in September 2026, this recognition is a wonderful reflection of the strong foundations we have today and the exciting future ahead.

“We are delighted to celebrate this outstanding achievement with our entire community.”

The winner of the Independent Pre-Prep of the Year will be announced at an awards ceremony in London in October.

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