Wellow House School
Nottinghamshire, East Midlands · ng22 0ea
A small independent prep school in Nottinghamshire, Wellow House educates around 163 boys and girls from the early years through to age 13. With no religious affiliation and a non-selective ethos at its younger stages, it offers a close-knit environment where every child is known. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school "good" overall, while singling out pupils' personal development as "excellent". Mr Stephen Thompson leads the school as Head.
163
Pupils
good
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-13
- Pupils
- 163
- Location
- Nottinghamshire, East Midlands
- Website
- https://www.wellowhouse.notts.sch.uk
- Telephone
- 01623 836665
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Stephen Thompson
Teaching & academics
Wellow House achieved a "good" judgement from the Independent Schools Inspectorate and met all compliance standards. Entry at 11+ is available for families seeking a place in the senior years of this prep school, which prepares pupils up to age 13. The modest roll allows for individual attention across the year groups.
Beyond the classroom
The school's standout strength lies in its pupils' personal development, which inspectors judged "excellent". This points to a wider experience that nurtures character and confidence alongside academic work.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 24 June 2025
The last word
A small, nurturing prep school where strong personal development is the headline. A sensible choice for families wanting an intimate setting through to age 13.
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Wellow House School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Wellow House School located?
Wellow House School is located at Newark Road, Wellow, notts, ng22 0ea.
What type of school is Wellow House School?
Wellow House School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East Midlands.
How many pupils attend Wellow House School?
Wellow House School has approximately 163 pupils on roll.
What is Wellow House School's inspection rating?
Wellow House School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 24 June 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.