Good Schools Guide
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 Day 2025
What a fantastic day of competition for all the children at Barrow Hills! We celebrated an overall victory for Kean, and bravery was on full display – particularly from one boy who fell not once, but twice, in his hurdling...
Barrow Hills Ski Trip – Claviere Italy 2025
The 2025 Barrow Hills ski trip to Claviere, Italy, was a week full of adventure, achievement, and unforgettable memories. Though the trip began with an unexpected twist—an evacuation of Gatwick Airport due to a fire alarm—this moment of chaos was...
Ski Skills!
During the Easter holidays Esme (6R) and Ottilie(2G) won their downhill ski races in Oberlech, Austria. Great skills ! Well done to you both!
Pre-Prep Awards
Work of the Week Congratulations to Hugo (Rec), Arthur (1G) and Walter (2G) who were awarded the accolade of Pre-Prep work of the week in assembly this morning. Gold Awards Year 2 Congratulations to Otis, Orson, Beau, Sophie, Matilda and...
Barrow Hills Bulletin, Friday 2 May 2025
Message From the Head Dear Parents, We’ve had a lovely start to the summer term, with the children enjoying their break times on the fields and our first cricket fixtures basking in sunshine. The school is busier than ever, now...
Join us for our Open Morning on Friday 1st October from 9:30am -11.00am
From Year 3 to Year 8, our Prep school offers a confident, joyful learning environment, where every child is prepared for greater things, supported in character, taught by passionate specialists, and inspired across academics and co-curricular life.
"A small school with beautiful grounds, Barrow Hills has the environment, learning culture and pastoral care balanced perfectly to nurture success".
Good Schools Guide: Review 2025
Join us and experience first hand why Barrow Hills children flourish academically, socially and emotionally.
Book your place at barrowhills.org/admissions or contact us on 01428 683639 or registrar@barrowhills.org to learn more.
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An epic moment of courage and creativity, the Barrow Hills girls took to the stage at the Battle of the Bands at King Edward’s Witley with an extraordinary blend of confidence and talent, a testament to the exceptional music provision at Barrow Hills School. Here, not only do pupils grow musically through timetabled lessons, choirs, ensembles, and individual tuition, but they’re also encouraged to build resilience, and nurture independence.
At Barrow Hills, we are prepared for greater things.
If you’d like to learn more about the Music offering at Barrow Hills, contact our team at 01428 683639 or registrar@barrowhills.org.
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Celebrating our Year 8 leaver, George, who we are proud to share has been awarded both a Sport Scholarship and a Drama Scholarship to King Edward’s, Witley.
This success reflects George’s exceptional commitment, his flair in both sport and performance, and the confidence he has developed during his time at Barrow Hills.
Great credit to you, George and best wishes for the exciting journey ahead.
We are prepared for greater things.
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Join us for our Reception Open Morning on Friday 1st October from 9:30am - 11.00am
We are a nurturing Reception setting, where the foundations of learning are built through creativity, confidence, and joyful discovery.
"A small school with beautiful grounds, Barrow Hills has the environment, learning culture and pastoral care balanced perfectly to nurture success".
Good Schools Guide: Review 2025
Join us and experience first hand why Barrow Hills children flourish academically, socially and emotionally.
Book your place at barrowhills.org/admissions or contact us on 01428 683639 or registrar@barrowhills.org to learn more.
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Speech Day 2025 brought our school community together to celebrate the achievements of every child - from Pre-Prep to Year 8. We applauded academic excellence, personal growth and the Barrow Hills values lived out every day.
A proud moment saw our Year 8 leavers begin their next chapter, while the symbolic handover of blue jackets welcomed our new Year 7s into Upper Prep. The day ended in true Barrow Hills spirit - with shirt signing, laughter and lasting memories.
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Celebrating our Year 6 leaver, Hermione, who we are proud to share has been awarded a Sport Scholarship by King Edward’s School, Witley.
This achievement reflects Hermione’s commitment, determination and the confidence she’s developed throughout her school journey at Barrow Hills.
Great credit to you, Hermione, and best wishes for the exciting journey ahead.
We are prepared for greater things.
#scholarshipsuccess #pupilflightpath #bridewellschools #greatoutcomes #barrowhillsmomentum
Join us for our Nursery & Kindy Open Morning on Friday 1st October from 9:30am -11.00am
We are an educational nursery, offering a journey brimming with wonder, growth, and curiosity for every child.
"A small school with beautiful grounds, Barrow Hills has the environment, learning culture and pastoral care balanced perfectly to nurture success".
Good Schools Guide: Review 2025
Join us and experience first hand why Barrow Hills children flourish academically, socially and emotionally.
Book your place at barrowhills.org/admissions or contact us on 01428 683639 or registrar@barrowhills.org to learn more.
🍿 Gogglebox, but make it Barrow Hills!
Our brilliant Year 7 children reimagined the nation’s favourite TV-watching format in a hilarious celebration of Music & Drama - complete with Shakespeare, news anchors, aerobics, and even a surprise cameo from our fabulous drama teacher, Mrs. Mason. It was a night of talent, energy and pure joy.
🎭 Book a personal tour to discover what makes Barrow Hills special - click the link in our bio.
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At Barrow Hills we are proud to ensure every pupil has a smooth and successful transition to a high achieving, well considered and happy independent senior school, including to our fellow Bridewell School, King Edward’s, Witley.
Many of our pupils journey on to their new schools with scholarships and awards, testament to enviable academic strength as well and excellence in Sport, Drama and Design Engineering and all-round achievement.
Our children thrive socially and emotionally and they achieve academically.
We are prepared for greater things.
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Over the past few weeks, the Kindy children have been busy observing the life cycle of a butterfly. We started with tiny caterpillars, the children loved to watch them as they grew bigger and bigger just like in our story of ‘ The Hungry Caterpillar’ and formed their cocoons (chrysalides). The children waited patiently for them to transform into beautiful butterflies. We learnt new vocabulary like chrysalis and metamorphosis and finally got to release them, a perfect way to end a wonderful journey.
#barrowhills #bridewellschools #preparedtobecurious #learningisfun #caterpillar #kindy
A huge congratulations to our incredible Year 3 & 4 actors for their fabulous - and absolutely HILARIOUS - production of Porridge!
We were truly fortunate to witness such talent and energy on stage last term. A massive well done to all pupils involved for delivering an unforgettable performance, and a big thank you to our amazing drama teachers for their outstanding work on the singing, set design, and overall production.
📸 To view the full gallery of this brilliant show, please visit:
👉 https://www.barrowhills.org/photo-galleries-year-34-porridge-production-2025 Or click the link in our BIO!
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Last term, our Year 7 & 8 pupils had an invaluable career talk from some of our amazing parents!
Mr Todd shared his journey into forestry later in life after trying various jobs, showing it’s never too late to find your passion. 🌳
Mrs Kirkland talked about the highs and challenges of being an actor, from auditions to the thrill of performing on stage and screen. 🎬 Both speakers highlighted the importance of resilience and reassured pupils that changing career paths is perfectly okay.
A huge thank you to our parent volunteers - we hope more will share their stories next year! ⭐️
#BarrowHills #BridewellSchools #CareerTalk #Resilience #Inspiration #Year7 #Year8 #FutureReady
