MixedIndependentBoarding

Terra Nova School

Crewe, Cheshire East, North West · CW4 8BT

A small independent school near Crewe, Terra Nova educates just 242 children from the age of two through to thirteen, with a boarding option alongside day places. Led by Headmistress Christabel Westall, it earned the Independent Schools Inspectorate's top grade of "excellent" for both education quality and pupils' personal development, while meeting all compliance requirements. With nearly a quarter of pupils receiving some form of SEN support, the school is well used to tailoring its approach to individual needs. The intimate scale suits families who value close attention and a strong sense of community.

242

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£23,883

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender: Mixed
Type: independent (fee-paying) school
Age range: 2-13
Pupils: 242
Location: Crewe, Cheshire East, North West
Website: https://terranova.school/
Telephone: 01477 571251

Headteacher

Headmistress Christabel Westall

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Teaching & academics

The ISI's "excellent" rating points to consistently high standards across the school. Entry at 11+ is available for those joining at the senior end of the age range. The notably high proportion of pupils on SEN support, alongside a small roll, suggests a setting geared towards understanding and accommodating different learners rather than one size fits all.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support: 23.97%
EHC plans: 1.24%

Beyond the classroom

Boarding provision allows pupils to share in the wider rhythm of school life beyond the classroom, and the ISI's "excellent" judgement for personal development speaks to the breadth of experience on offer.

Ethos & heritage

Boarding: Yes

Money matters

Day fees (per year): £17,241 - £23,883
Bursaries up to: 100% of fees

A handful of bursaries (worth 60 to 100 per cent of fees)

Inspection reports

ISI rating: excellent
ISI personal development: excellent
Last inspected: 11 November 2025

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The last word

A small, all-through prep with top inspection marks and a genuine commitment to personal development. The handful of bursaries worth up to full fees may open the door for families who would not otherwise consider independent schooling.

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