Saint Michael's Preparatory School, private preparatory school in Jersey, Channel Islands
Saint Michael's Preparatory School is a school for children aged 3 to 14 located in Saint Saviour on the island of Jersey. The building sits on La Rue de la Houguette in a quiet area with bright, welcoming classrooms and open grounds for play and sports activities.
Founded in 1949, the school originally opened as a boys' school in Saint Helier before relocating to its current Saint Saviour location in 1952. In the late 1960s it became coeducational, and the Carnegie family took over in 1965 to significantly expand the facilities and grounds.
The school takes its name from Saint Michael and reflects Christian values visible in daily life. Visitors observe children working together, supporting one another, and learning in an environment that encourages kindness and community participation.
School hours run from early morning to late afternoon, with optional clubs extending the day to allow students to explore new interests. Families should know that children bring their own lunch, with most costs covered by termly fees.
A former student is actor Henry Cavill, famous for playing Superman, which brought the school international attention. Many graduates go on to boarding schools on the mainland such as Sherborne, Cheltenham, or Canford, where they often receive scholarships.
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