Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery
School summary
From babes in the nursery to confident eleven-year-olds, Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery takes children right through their earliest years in one continuous setting. This small, mixed independent school in Tonbridge, Kent, has around 165 pupils, lending it an intimate feel where children are likely to be well known to staff. It holds no religious affiliation and does not offer boarding. Led by Head Mrs Sharon Wade, the school caters for ages 0 to 11.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 23 March 2023
Teaching & academics
The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded Hilden Oaks its top grade of "excellent", a judgement that reflects high standards across the school. Compliance requirements were fully met at inspection. The modest roll allows for close attention to each child as they progress towards the 11+ stage.
Head · Mrs Sharon Wade
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Schools nearby
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Sevenoaks School
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A small, nurturing prep with an ISI "excellent" rating, well suited to families wanting a settled environment from nursery through to age eleven.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.