Hendon Prep opens £400,000 immersive classroom for pupils
School on Tenterden Grove invests in technology to enhance learning and wellbeing for children aged 2 to 11
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Pupils at Hendon Prep, an independent school on Tenterden Grove, now learn through an immersive classroom that projects subjects like outer space and ancient civilisations onto walls and floors. The £400,000 facility, launched this term, replaces traditional lessons with interactive experiences designed to improve engagement and memory.
The school, which teaches children aged 2 to 11, said the technology has already led to higher achievement and deeper knowledge retention. Teachers use the space to create scenarios where pupils can explore historical events or scientific concepts as if they were present. The room also serves as a quiet area for pastoral support and small-group work.
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Wellbeing and future plans
Hendon Prep described the immersive classroom as a flexible environment for reflection and targeted learning. The school plans to expand its facilities further, with a STEM-focused ‘FAB Lab’ due to open in September 2026. The lab will include 3D printers, a mini wind tunnel and electronics benches, supporting hands-on science and engineering projects.
Matthew Foley, headteacher at Hendon Prep, said the investment reflects the school’s commitment to innovation. He told the Times Series: "Our immersive classroom moves learning beyond traditional teaching methods, bringing the curriculum to life in exciting and meaningful ways. It has already proved transformational, allowing pupils to experience subjects in a far more engaging and memorable way."
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“As technology continues to shape the world around us, it is vital that schools equip children with the confidence, curiosity and skills they need for the future.”
Matthew Foley, headteacher at Hendon Prep
The school joined Blenheim Schools, a network of independent schools, in recent years. Its latest Independent Schools Inspectorate report praised the quality of care and support for pupils. Future improvements include upgraded playgrounds, an Achievement Hub, enhanced early years facilities and a new minibus for school transport.
What happens next
Hendon Prep will continue to develop its facilities over the next two years. The STEM lab is scheduled to open in September 2026, with construction expected to begin in early 2025. Parents and pupils can expect further announcements about playground upgrades and the Achievement Hub later this year.
Questions this report answers
+How much did the immersive classroom cost?
Hendon Prep spent £400,000 on the immersive classroom, as reported by the Times Series. The investment covers interactive technology that projects subjects like space and history onto walls and floors, creating an engaging learning environment for pupils.
+What is the immersive classroom used for?
The immersive classroom at Hendon Prep is used for interactive lessons and wellbeing support. Pupils experience subjects like Ancient Egypt or space through projections, while the space also provides a calm setting for reflection and small-group activities.
+When will the STEM lab open?
The STEM ‘FAB Lab’ at Hendon Prep is scheduled to open in September 2026. It will feature 3D printers, a mini wind tunnel and electronics benches, supporting hands-on science and engineering projects for pupils.
+Who runs Hendon Prep?
Hendon Prep is an independent school for children aged 2 to 11. It recently joined Blenheim Schools, a network of independent schools focused on personalised education. The school is located on Tenterden Grove in Hendon.
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