Welcome To Your Child's Future Welcome To Canterbury Preparatory School Providing students with a progressive and forward thinking education within a disciplined and structured environment. We develop students who are confident, responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged - equipped for success in the fast-changing modern world. It is our belief that manners and respect go hand in hand with academic and sporting endeavour. The school's core values are Trust, Encouragement and Mutual Respect. WHY ARE WE HERE? Because we believe passionately in education. Education is not the learning of facts , its teaching the mind to think . It's about transforming lives . It's about developing our children - building their ability to think , reason, problem solve and be resilient. For them to know that they can shape the world around them, and have the confidence to step out and do so . Learning never stops. It's the tool to success . HOW DO WE DO IT By always testing the status quo. Having a staff who care , who notice the little things, and who excel in what they do - inspiring young hearts and shaping destinies. We set the bar high , and seek excellence, not perfection.