Discover Somerhill, Kent’s leading prep school for girls and boys aged 2–13. Renowned for exceptional preparation for top grammar and independent schools, the school offers unrivalled facilities set within 150 acres of beautiful parkland.
Academically ambitious yet non-selective, Somerhill consistently sends more pupils to grammar schools than any other school in the area. As a flagship PSB school, its skills-based curriculum nurtures curiosity, self-awareness and personal growth, preparing children confidently for the next stage of their education.
Beyond the classroom, pupils benefit from a rich co-curricular programme, including over 100 clubs, 480 music lessons each week and more than 600 sports fixtures annually. World-class facilities support this breadth of opportunity, from art and music studios to engineering and science labs, a dedicated Forest School, and extensive, unparalleled sports provision—all set within a unique historic parkland campus.
Many children begin their journey in Somerhill’s popular Pre-Prep, a warm and nurturing environment with specialist teachers and small class sizes tailored to each age group. Combined with the Saplings Forest School programme, it offers a carefully balanced approach to indoor and outdoor learning from age 2 upwards. Additionally, Somerhill has an extensive after-school care provision, including Breakfast Club and wraparound care.
With expert teaching from the earliest years, small classes and outstanding facilities, Somerhill provides a holistic education that fosters academic success, independence, and confident, happy, well-rounded children
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£30,000+ raised for charity in 2024
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Over 7000 books in our 400-year-old Woodgate Library
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Over 100 extra-curricular clubs and activities each week
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27 scholarship places gained in 2025
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More grammar school places than any other local school
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Over 600 sporting fixtures each year
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More than 460 individual music lessons each week
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Pre-school at Somerhill
2 - 4 years
Children can join our pre-school from the age of 2. Our Saplings provision extends across Nursery and Kindergarten, offering a bespoke outdoor education to start their learning journey.
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Pre-prep at Somerhill
4-7 years
Children can join our pre-prep from Reception until the end of Year 2. With a dedicated space, children flourish and grow as they continue their Somerhill journey.
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Prep at Somerhill
7 - 13 years
Children join prep at age 7 and stay until age 11 for girls and 13 for boys. Classroom learning is single-sex but in our stunning co-educational environment.
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Visit us today and discover Somerhill
We know that choosing the right school for your child is a big decision. At Somerhill, we take a personal and dedicated approach to help you at this important time. Whether you would like an informal chat, a visit or a meeting, our Admissions Team are on hand to make the arrangements or answer any questions, big or small.
Our three most common entry points at Somerhill are Nursery, Reception, and Year 3. Subject to availability, children can join us anytime during the school year. Our youngest pupils can join us for our Nursery provision when they are two years old. Children may also join in September, following their third birthday, when they can join our Kindergarten for the school year before Reception. Children are also welcome to join Somerhill directly at Reception.
