Holmewood House School
Tunbridge Wells, Kent, South East · TN3 0EB
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.
439
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£28,350
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-13
- Pupils
- 439
- Location
- Tunbridge Wells, Kent, South East
- Website
- https://www.holmewoodhouse.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01892 860000
Headteacher
Head Ruth O'Sullivan
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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.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 15.14%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
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.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Phone free school
Money matters
- 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
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 14 May 2024
The last word
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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Holmewood House School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Holmewood House School located?
Holmewood House School is located at Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells, TN3 0EB.
What type of school is Holmewood House School?
Holmewood House School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Holmewood House School?
Holmewood House School has approximately 439 pupils on roll.
What is Holmewood House School's inspection rating?
Holmewood House School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 14 May 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.