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“Did those trees just shrink?” a child might ask, their eyes wide with wonder as they approach Banstead Preparatory School. You see, Banstead Preparatory School isn’t housed in just any ordinary building. It finds its home on the former site of Greenacre School for Girls, a place with a history as rich as a well-worn storybook. Before its transformation into this vibrant hub of learning, Banstead Preparatory School saw another life at a site on Bolters Lane. There, the heart of the school was the grand “Red House,” a Victorian beauty dating back to 1885. Originally a wedding gift, this house witnessed generations of students growing and learning within its walls. In 1921, Charles S. Poole, a man with a vision for nurturing young minds, founded Priory Preparatory School in Sydenham. The school found its new home at the Red House in 1936. The schoolyard whispers tales of resilience, of the school remaining open even during the tumultuous years of World War II. Imagine the scene on November 17, 1940, when the shadow of war cast itself upon the school. Incendiary bombs rained from the sky, leaving the top floor of the Red House ravaged by fire. Despite this setback, the spirit of learning persevered. Classes continued, albeit in the cellar, a testament to the unwavering dedication to education. This legacy of perseverance and growth continues here at Banstead Preparatory School, where a new chapter unfolds for a new generation.

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