Skippers Hill Manor Preparatory School
School summary
Skippers Hill Manor Preparatory School is a small independent prep in Mayfield, East Sussex, taking children from the very early years right through to age 13. With around 206 pupils on roll, it offers a co-educational, non-denominational setting where children can be known as individuals rather than faces in a crowd. Its compact size lends itself to close attention and a steady sense of community across the age range.
Where every mark matters.
Places are limited and demand is high, so exam performance is what sets candidates apart. Passmate turns the months ahead into ten focused minutes a day on the exact topics this school tests.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 11 June 2024
Teaching & academics
The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded the school its highest grade of "excellent" for the quality of pupils' achievements, with compliance requirements fully met. As a prep school running to age 13, it prepares children for the transition to senior schools across the independent sector.
Head · Mr Craig
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
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A small, family-feel prep, led by Head Mr Craig, where an ISI "excellent" verdict on both achievement and personal development speaks to its all-round strength.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.