Barrow Hills School
Godalming, Surrey, South East · GU8 5NY
A small Roman Catholic prep school in Godalming, Barrow Hills educates a mixed intake from the early years right through to age 13. With around 225 pupils on roll, it offers an intimate setting where children are likely to be well known to staff. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of "excellent" for both education quality and pupils' personal development, with compliance requirements fully met. Notably, roughly a third of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a school accustomed to meeting a range of learning needs.
225
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£19,500
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-13
- Pupils
- 225
- Location
- Godalming, Surrey, South East
- Website
- https://www.barrowhills.org/
- Telephone
- 01428 683639
Headteacher
Head Mr John Towers
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Teaching & academics
The ISI judged the quality of pupils' achievement "excellent", the inspectorate's top rating. The unusually high proportion of pupils on SEN support, just under 33 per cent, indicates a culture geared towards individual attention rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. As a prep school ending at 13, its focus is on preparing children for the next stage of their education.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 32.64%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships are offered across a broad spread of disciplines, including academics, sport, drama, music and the arts, which points to genuine breadth beyond the classroom. This range gives talented children in several areas a route to recognition.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- RC
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £11,985 - £19,500
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 3 June 2025
The last word
A small, Catholic prep school where personal development and individual support are clear strengths. Best suited to families wanting a close-knit environment for the early and middle years.
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Barrow Hills School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Barrow Hills School located?
Barrow Hills School is located at Roke Lane, Witley, Godalming, Godalming, GU8 5NY.
What type of school is Barrow Hills School?
Barrow Hills School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Barrow Hills School?
Barrow Hills School has approximately 225 pupils on roll.
What is Barrow Hills School's inspection rating?
Barrow Hills School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 3 June 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.