Brentwood School has been ranked in the top 100 preparatory schools in the UK in the Sunday Times.

The school, in Middleton Hall Lane, jumped 26 places from last year’s annual Parent Power guide to number 32 – its highest ever ranking.

Headteacher Jason Whiskerd said it was all about quality teaching.

He added: “We are absolutely delighted with this.

“It is a clear indicator of the quality teaching and learning which is taking place here at Brentwood Prep.”