Grafton House Preparatory School is a non-selective independent school in the centre of Ashton-Under-Lyne. The school provides for pupils aged three to 11 years old. At the time of the inspection, there were no children in either the Reception or Year 2 classes. Through its partnership with families, the school aims to: „educate and innovate to prepare children to be confident, resilient lifelong learners… We offer a safe environment where your children become confident learners, equipping them with the skills for their journey into high school and beyond.‟ Currently, the 12 pupils on roll are taught in two classes, one for four Year 1 pupils, the other for eight pupils from Years 3 to 6. Pupils are taught together in some subjects, such Inspection report: Grafton House Preparatory School, 5–7 March 2019 Page 9 of 12 as PE and reading. The key stage 2 teacher is also the headteacher. The school is part of the Sunflower Group, which includes four day-nurseries based in Newton, Hyde, Ashton-Under-Lyne and Stalybridge. The Ashton-Under-Lyne nursery operates from the same site as the school and is subject to a separate inspection.