During the months of October and November, several independent prep schools in and around Tunbridge Wells are hosting open days – offering families the opportunity to explore beyond the prospectus and experience school life firsthand. Here’s your guide to the key open days coming up…
Hilden Oaks Open Morning – Friday 3 October
Hilden Oaks Preparatory School & Nursery, the small values-based school that cultivates brilliance, is holding an Open Morning on Friday 3 October, offering the chance to see this wonderful school in action. Hilden Oaks offers excellent independent education for girls and boys from 3 months through to 11 years, and uniquely offers accredited Values-based Education, enabling pupils to achieve high academic success within a warm and nurturing environment. Hilden Oaks aims for pupils, families and staff to become kind, brave and brilliant together. Contact registrar@hildenoaks.co.uk or call 01732 353941 to book your visit.
Rose Hill School Open Day – Friday 3 October
Rose Hill School provides a transformative education for children, focusing on the development of the whole child. The school’s unique curriculum supports not only academic achievement but also the emotional and social growth of each pupil.
Visit the Open Day on Friday, 3 October, to explore the school’s extensive grounds, meet staff, and discover how Rose Hill helps pupils become the best version of themselves. Click here to register for the Open Day or contact the Admissions Team directly on on admissions@rosehillschool.co.uk / 01892 525591 to arrange a personal tour of the school.
Kent College Prep School – Thursday 9 October
Kent College Prep School, for pupils aged 2 to 11 years, is set in 75 acres of beautiful Kent countryside near Tunbridge Wells. The school provides a nurturing environment with small classes, specialist teaching, and wrap-around care from 7.30am to 7.30pm.
Families are warmly invited to the Prep School Open Morning on Thursday 9 October frmo 9am to 12 noon. Tour the school, hear from Headmistress Mrs Salli Hall and Head of Early Years Mrs Cole, and meet pupils and teachers to discover what makes Kent College Prep such a special place to learn. Click here to book or contact the Admissions Team at admissions@kentcollege.kent.sch.uk / 01892 820218.
Holmewood House School Open Morning – Friday 10 October
Holmewood House is a non-selective, co-educational school for children aged 3–13, set in 32 acres of beautiful grounds in Tunbridge Wells. The school offers a broad, ambitious curriculum and places strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring the emotional and social well-being of every pupil.
Visit the Open Morning on Friday, 10 October, to tour the school, meet current pupils and parents, and hear from the Head, Mrs Ruth O’Sullivan. Click here to register for the Open Morning or contact Mrs Caroline Mulley at admissions@holmewoodhouse.co.uk to arrange a private tour.
The New Beacon School Open Morning – Friday 10 October
The New Beacon is an Independent Day and Boarding Prep School in Sevenoaks for boys aged 3–13, with a co-educational nursery. The school offers a happy, supportive environment where boys thrive academically, socially, and personally, supported by strong pastoral care and a wealth of extracurricular opportunities.
Families are warmly invited to the Open Morning on Friday 10 October, 9.30–11.30am. Tour the school’s facilities, including the Science Labs, Library, Sports Centre, and newly opened Nursery, meet the teaching staff, and discover how The New Beacon nurtures curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning. Click here to book!
Somerhill Open Morning – Friday 17 October
Somerhill is a unique independent prep school in Tonbridge for boys and girls aged 2–13, offering co-educational learning from 2–7 and single-sex classroom lessons (within a co-educational environment) from 7–13. Set in a stunning 400-year-old Jacobean mansion and 150 acres of parkland, the school combines academic excellence with exceptional facilities, a strong focus on wellbeing, and over 100 extracurricular clubs and activities each week.
Families are invited to the Open Morning on Friday 17 October, 9.00am–12.00pm, to tour the school, meet staff, and discover all that Somerhill has to offer. Book your place here.
The Mead School Open Day – Friday 7 November
The Mead School is holding an Open Morning on Friday 7 November, offering families the chance to explore classrooms, see learning in action, and experience the school’s vibrant, nurturing community. Guided tours will showcase the facilities, while the leadership team will be available to answer questions and share their vision for every child’s future.
Families are also welcome to book a personal tour on a regular school day. Contact Elizabeth Winter, Registrar, at 01892 525837 to arrange a visit. Click here to book your place for the Open Day
This is a collaborative post with the schools mentioned above.