A very warm welcometo Barrow Hills
Barrow Hills is a lively and aspirational independent Prep school and Nursery for girls and boys aged 2 to 13 years.
Set within a beautiful woodland environment, we provide space for free thinking, growth, achievement, and wellbeing. For over 75 years, we have fostered a culture where every child feels happy, nurtured, and valued.
We believe in laying a strong foundation for a lifelong love of learning through our ambitious curriculum.
In our small, dynamic classes, we create tailored academic challenges, ensuring that every child feels supported and inspired. An exceptional co-curricular program adds depth, enrichment, and joy to their educational journey.
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Join us at an Open Morning
The best way to feel what life is like at Barrow Hills is to join us at an Open Morning. We warmly invite you to experience the magic of our school where our children flourish academically, socially and emotionally. A great opportunity to talk to our children and teachers about what makes our school such a special place.
Friday, 7th February or Friday 7th March 2025
From 9.15am to 10.45am
Join us to explore and experience everyday school life here at Barrow Hills
In the SPOTLIGHT
Sports Colours
Congratulations to Annabel (6R), Esme (6R), Michelle (6G), Lexi (6G), Hermione (6G), Isobel (5G), and India (6R) who have all been awarded Sports Colours for Netball Congratulations also to Arabella (6R), Hermoine (6G), Lexi (6G), Annabel (6R), Esme (6R), Michelle...
Bridewell AI – Future Proofing Every Pupil’s Education
In 2024 we embarked on an exciting journey to harness Artificial Intelligence, working with university partners, researchers and pioneering experts in this field to empower Bridewell pupils with advanced skills to thrive and do good in our rapidly changing world....
A Hive of Activity – An Immersive Family Activity Morning
Dive into a busy HIVE of activity and immerse yourselves a world of wonder, discovery and imagination Prepare to be busy as you create, explore and enjoy family fun in our vibrant outdoor setting. There’s something for every explorer and...
Barrow Hills Bulletin, Friday 28 March 2025
Message From the Head Dear Parents, A joyous end to the term today with the Bunny Run – thank you to all the parents who came along to get a morning jog in! We enjoyed a wonderful final assembly on...
Bridewell AI - Future Proofing Every Pupil’s Education
We are proud to announce that we are embarking on an exciting journey to harness Artificial Intelligence, working with university partners, researchers and pioneering experts in this field to reimagine the role of technology in our approach to education and to empower Bridewell pupils with advanced skills to thrive and do good in our rapidly changing world.
Our advanced AI aims to provide an additional support framework in our teacher-led environments, to inspire fresh thinking and human creativity though which all pupils can innovate, adapt and apply critical thinking to support collaboration, learning pathways and academic excellence.
We’ve kicked off our journey with staff visits to our collaborators at Royal Holloway, and welcoming researchers from the University of Surrey`s Centre for Doctoral Training in AI for Digital Media Inclusion (CDT) to a working session with our year 7 pupils. We are working hand in hand with all our partners to ensure an inspiring experience and meaningful outcomes for all Bridewell pupils.
Bridewell Schools. Bright futures powered by human intelligence, empowered by AI.
Much more will follow around these innovative developments. In the meantime, to learn more about our brilliant development partners please select the link in our bio.
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Bridewell AI - Future Proofing Every Pupil’s Education
We are proud to announce that we are embarking on an exciting journey to harness Artificial Intelligence, working with university partners, researchers and pioneering experts in this field to reimagine the role of technology in our approach to education and to empower Bridewell pupils with advanced skills to thrive and do good in our rapidly changing world.
Our advanced AI aims to provide an additional support framework in our teacher-led environments, to inspire fresh thinking and human creativity though which all pupils can innovate, adapt and apply critical thinking to support collaboration, learning pathways and academic excellence.
We’ve kicked off our journey with staff visits to our collaborators at Royal Holloway, and welcoming researchers from the University of Surrey`s Centre for Doctoral Training in AI for Digital Media Inclusion (CDT) to a working session with our year 7 pupils. We are working hand in hand with all our partners to ensure an inspiring experience and meaningful outcomes for all Bridewell pupils.
Bridewell Schools. Bright futures powered by human intelligence, empowered by AI.
Much more will follow around these innovative developments. In the meantime, to learn more about our brilliant development partners please select the link in our bio.
@liminalstage
@targer3d_ltd
@weareanagram
facebook.com/netmindai
Wishing our whole, wonderful Barrow Hills community and Bridewell family a very happy and peaceful Easter weekend with your loved ones. 🐣
#bridewellfamily #easter #community #preparedforgreaterthings
Wishing our whole, wonderful Barrow Hills community and Bridewell family a very happy and peaceful Easter weekend with your loved ones. 🐣
#bridewellfamily #easter #community #preparedforgreaterthings
🎶 Inspiring teachers, uplifting music 🎶
We are delighted to share that the wonderfully talented Mr Theodore Frazer, (baritone) will accompanied by Mr James Perkins on the organ performing a short concert at King Edward’s as part of the ‘Year of the Organ’ run by the Royal College of Organists.
The concert is at the KESW Chapel starting at 5pm and lasting around 35 mins.
No booking is required, entry is free and all are welcome, so please do pop in and join us for a real musical treat.
#exceptionalmusic #inspiringteachers #yearoftheorgan #bridewellschools
🎶 Inspiring teachers, uplifting music 🎶
We are delighted to share that the wonderfully talented Mr Theodore Frazer, (baritone) will accompanied by Mr James Perkins on the organ performing a short concert at King Edward’s as part of the ‘Year of the Organ’ run by the Royal College of Organists.
The concert is at the KESW Chapel starting at 5pm and lasting around 35 mins.
No booking is required, entry is free and all are welcome, so please do pop in and join us for a real musical treat.
#exceptionalmusic #inspiringteachers #yearoftheorgan #bridewellschools
Our U9 and U13 chess teams recently showcased their bravery and scholarly spirit at the IAPS Chess Tournament. Throughout a series of hard-fought matches, they demonstrated resilience and a commitment to learning, achieving a commendable mix of wins, draws, and lessons from losses. These experiences not only highlight their growth in strategic thinking but also embody our school’s mission to foster curiosity and responsibility. #barrowhills #iaps #iapschess #scholarlyspirit #strategicthinking #chess
Our U9 and U13 chess teams recently showcased their bravery and scholarly spirit at the IAPS Chess Tournament. Throughout a series of hard-fought matches, they demonstrated resilience and a commitment to learning, achieving a commendable mix of wins, draws, and lessons from losses. These experiences not only highlight their growth in strategic thinking but also embody our school’s mission to foster curiosity and responsibility. #barrowhills #iaps #iapschess #scholarlyspirit #strategicthinking #chess
Teach children to appreciate beauty - share it, discuss its meaning, respect it, aspire to create, recognise excellence and curate it thoughtfully ❣️
🎨Spring Art Exhibition 🖼️
Wednesday 23rd – Friday 25th April 2025
Venue: Great Roke Hall (Barrow Hills Chapel)
Private Viewing with Live Music
Wednesday 23rd April, 4.30–7.30pm
Teach children to appreciate beauty - share it, discuss its meaning, respect it, aspire to create, recognise excellence and curate it thoughtfully ❣️
🎨Spring Art Exhibition 🖼️
Wednesday 23rd – Friday 25th April 2025
Venue: Great Roke Hall (Barrow Hills Chapel)
Private Viewing with Live Music
Wednesday 23rd April, 4.30–7.30pm
Earlier this term, Year 7 enjoyed an inspiring visit to Battle Abbey to explore the events of 1066. ⚔️
They took part in a hands-on role play, trying on costumes and handling replica Saxon and Norman weapons, bringing history to life.
A battle reenactment followed, where pupils learned about key moments and turning points, including the fall of King Harold II. They also explored the museum’s interactive displays and ended the day with a walk around the battlefield and stunning views from the abbey roof.
A memorable trip that sparked curiosity and deepened historical understanding.
#barrowhills #bridewellschools #battleofhastings #LearningThroughExperience
Earlier this term, Year 7 enjoyed an inspiring visit to Battle Abbey to explore the events of 1066. ⚔️
They took part in a hands-on role play, trying on costumes and handling replica Saxon and Norman weapons, bringing history to life.
A battle reenactment followed, where pupils learned about key moments and turning points, including the fall of King Harold II. They also explored the museum’s interactive displays and ended the day with a walk around the battlefield and stunning views from the abbey roof.
A memorable trip that sparked curiosity and deepened historical understanding.
#barrowhills #bridewellschools #battleofhastings #LearningThroughExperience
Remembering one of the highlights of our term, as we celebrated the foundation of Bridewell Royal Hospital by King Edward VI in 1553 at School and at St Bride’s Church in the City of London #bridewellschools #barrowhills #preparedforgreaterthings #cityoflondon
Remembering one of the highlights of our term, as we celebrated the foundation of Bridewell Royal Hospital by King Edward VI in 1553 at School and at St Bride’s Church in the City of London #bridewellschools #barrowhills #preparedforgreaterthings #cityoflondon
🐝 Dive into a busy HIVE of activity and immerse yourselves in a world of wonder, discovery and imagination
Prepare to be busy as you create, explore and enjoy family fun in our vibrant outdoor setting. There`s something for every explorer and adventurer, and everyone is very welcome.
Free entry & no booking required. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday 7 June at 9.30am! 🐝
#FamilyFun #Surreyschools #Surreyfamilies
#Surreymums #Mumsnet #Godalming #Haslemere #Guildford #Muddystilettos #Farnham #forestschool
🐝 Dive into a busy HIVE of activity and immerse yourselves in a world of wonder, discovery and imagination
Prepare to be busy as you create, explore and enjoy family fun in our vibrant outdoor setting. There`s something for every explorer and adventurer, and everyone is very welcome.
Free entry & no booking required. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday 7 June at 9.30am! 🐝
#FamilyFun #Surreyschools #Surreyfamilies
#Surreymums #Mumsnet #Godalming #Haslemere #Guildford #Muddystilettos #Farnham #forestschool
We are delighted to invite you book a personal visit with our Head, Mr John Towers. Usually lasting around 90-minutes, as well as chatting with John you will also have opportunity to meet teachers, the children and tour our beautiful school.
Based in Witley, near Godalming, Barrow Hills is a co-educational nursery and day school for children aged 2-13 years.
We provide individualised academic challenge and support with a space for free thinking and the confidence to explore, grow & achieve is a vital part of a formula for happiness at Barrow Hills. In small, dynamic classes we create tailored learning journeys to ensure that every child feels supported and inspired. Our exceptional co-curricular program adds depth, enrichment and joy.
Join Mr Towers for a Personal Tour and experience first hand why Barrow Hills children flourish academically, socially and emotionally.
Follow the link https://www.barrowhills.org/admissions/visit-barrow-hills/book-a-personal-tour/ to book or contact us on 01428 683639 or registrar@barrowhills.org
We are delighted to invite you book a personal visit with our Head, Mr John Towers. Usually lasting around 90-minutes, as well as chatting with John you will also have opportunity to meet teachers, the children and tour our beautiful school.
Based in Witley, near Godalming, Barrow Hills is a co-educational nursery and day school for children aged 2-13 years.
We provide individualised academic challenge and support with a space for free thinking and the confidence to explore, grow & achieve is a vital part of a formula for happiness at Barrow Hills. In small, dynamic classes we create tailored learning journeys to ensure that every child feels supported and inspired. Our exceptional co-curricular program adds depth, enrichment and joy.
Join Mr Towers for a Personal Tour and experience first hand why Barrow Hills children flourish academically, socially and emotionally.
Follow the link https://www.barrowhills.org/admissions/visit-barrow-hills/book-a-personal-tour/ to book or contact us on 01428 683639 or registrar@barrowhills.org
Just before the Easter break our brilliant Year 5 and 6 pupils staged a production of Matilda the Musical which was nothing short of an absolutely stonking roof raising rip roarer!!
Our committed and talented cast delivered incredible performances, packed with terrific singing, tremendous acting and humour that had our audiences chuckling throughout. Our technical theatre team knocked it out the park with their fantastic lighting and staging concepts.
Another triumph for our dramatic powerhouse, Mrs Mason who puts her heart and soul into enabling each and every pupil to shine brightly.
We can’t wait for the next one... Mrs Mason should definitely enjoy a very well-deserved rest first though!
#wearepreparedforgreaterthings #childrenstheatre #confidentchildren #bridewellschools
Just before the Easter break our brilliant Year 5 and 6 pupils staged a production of Matilda the Musical which was nothing short of an absolutely stonking roof raising rip roarer!!
Our committed and talented cast delivered incredible performances, packed with terrific singing, tremendous acting and humour that had our audiences chuckling throughout. Our technical theatre team knocked it out the park with their fantastic lighting and staging concepts.
Another triumph for our dramatic powerhouse, Mrs Mason who puts her heart and soul into enabling each and every pupil to shine brightly.
We can’t wait for the next one... Mrs Mason should definitely enjoy a very well-deserved rest first though!
#wearepreparedforgreaterthings #childrenstheatre #confidentchildren #bridewellschools
A drizzly start to the morning did not dampen the enthusiasm of Years 3 – 8 and their intrepid parents who joined us for our annual Bunny Run.
All the runners completed the hilly two-mile course, in under 32 minutes (a new record! ) followed very swiftly by an epic egg hunt in forest school.
Pre-prep whizzed around their course next while sun came out and the older children lined the route cheering the tiny runners along. Lots of happy chocolatey children! Just what the (slightly exhausted#) Easter bunnies here hoping for!
An eggs-cellent job, one and all!
#easterfun #weareprepatedforgreaterthings #catchthatbunny #bridewellschools
A drizzly start to the morning did not dampen the enthusiasm of Years 3 – 8 and their intrepid parents who joined us for our annual Bunny Run.
All the runners completed the hilly two-mile course, in under 32 minutes (a new record! ) followed very swiftly by an epic egg hunt in forest school.
Pre-prep whizzed around their course next while sun came out and the older children lined the route cheering the tiny runners along. Lots of happy chocolatey children! Just what the (slightly exhausted#) Easter bunnies here hoping for!
An eggs-cellent job, one and all!
#easterfun #weareprepatedforgreaterthings #catchthatbunny #bridewellschools
🐰👒 The Easter Parade arrives!🎩🐥
The spring sunshine joined us right on time to welcome lots of Pre-Prep parents and family members to our Spring Showcase.
A glorious sight as the children made their way outside onto the lawns to parade a wonderful range of Easter hats & bonnets.
Such impressive effort had gone into many of these so thank you, parents, for your support!
#easterbonnets #easterparade #bridewellschools #proudmoments
🐰👒 The Easter Parade arrives!🎩🐥
The spring sunshine joined us right on time to welcome lots of Pre-Prep parents and family members to our Spring Showcase.
A glorious sight as the children made their way outside onto the lawns to parade a wonderful range of Easter hats & bonnets.
Such impressive effort had gone into many of these so thank you, parents, for your support!
#easterbonnets #easterparade #bridewellschools #proudmoments
