Holmewood House School
School summary
A prep school for children aged 3 to 13, Holmewood House in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, prepares pupils for the move to senior schools while offering boarding alongside its day places. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its most recent inspection the top grade of 'excellent', with personal development rated equally highly and all compliance requirements met. With 439 children on roll, it remains a relatively small school where individual attention is feasible. Around 15 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a willingness to accommodate a range of learning needs.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 14 May 2024
Teaching & academics
The ISI's 'excellent' judgement across the board reflects strong standards throughout the prep years. Academic scholarships are offered, indicating that the school identifies and stretches its most able pupils, while the broad curriculum culminates in preparation for entry to senior schools at 13.
Head · Ruth O'Sullivan
Beyond the classroom
The breadth of scholarships available, spanning sport, drama, music, art and performing arts, points to a rich co-curricular life beyond the classroom. The 'excellent' rating for personal development underlines a focus on the whole child.
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 15.14%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Mobile phone policy
Phone free school
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £12,534 - £28,350
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £34,470 - £40,770
- Bursaries up to
- 100% of fees
Means-tested bursaries available
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A small, top-rated prep school offering both day and boarding, with the scholarships and bursaries to widen its reach. Note that it is phone-free, which many families will welcome.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.