Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery
Tonbridge, Kent, South East · TN10 3BU
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.
165
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 0-11
- Pupils
- 165
- Location
- Tonbridge, Kent, South East
- Website
- https://www.hildenoaks.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01732 353941
Headteacher
Head Mrs Sharon Wade
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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.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 23 March 2023
The last word
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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Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery located?
Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery is located at 38 Dry Hill Park Road, Tonbridge, Tonbridge, TN10 3BU.
What type of school is Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery?
Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery?
Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery has approximately 165 pupils on roll.
What is Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery's inspection rating?
Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 23 March 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.