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Holmewood House

Co-ed

Constantia Praesta

(Excel by perseverance)

Interdenominational
Pre-Nursery - Year 8 (Ages 2-13)
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Holmewood House is a co-educational day and boarding preparatory school for pupils aged 3 to 13, set within 32 acres of parkland in Langton Green, Kent. The school is centred around a mansion designed by Decimus Burton, formerly the residence of Sir Charles Locock, physician to Queen Victoria. Established in 1945, Holmewood House focuses on a holistic education that balances a broad curriculum with pastoral care. Notable facilities include a 360-seat theatre, an indoor swimming pool, and a purpose-built music school. The school provides flexible, weekly, and full boarding options.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Ad-Hoc Boarding
Flexi Boarding
Full Boarding
Weekly Boarding
Values:
Aspiration
Kindness
Self-belief

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Last updated on 10 March 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

+3.9%

Holmewood House's fees are 3.9% higher than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+15.1%

Holmewood House's fees are 15.1% higher than the county average.

Based on 30 schools in Kent and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Demonym:Holmewoodian
Founded:1945
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 55%/45% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 5.3% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 475 pupils
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Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
Common Entrance to Senior
LAMDA
ABRSM
Junior Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
ISEB Project Qualification (iPQ)
Bursaries offered: Yes
Means-tested Bursarial Awards are available from Year 3 onwards to help families with school fees. Eligibility is determined through a transparent assessment of financial need by an external firm.
Sports Facilities:
Squash Court
Tennis Court
Table Tennis
Judo
Cross Country Course
Basketball Court
Badminton Court
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Fencing
Playing Fields
Lacrosse
Rugby Pitch
Climbing Wall
Shooting Range
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Athletics Track
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Drama Studio
Wellbeing Suite
3D Printer
Kiln
Forest School
Theatre
Outdoor Classroom
Health Centre
Dance Studio
Music Studio
Library
Bee-keeping

Contact Information

Address

Holmewood House School, Barrow Lane, Langton Green, Kent, TN3 0EB

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General Enquiries

01892 860000

Admissions

01892 860006

Company Details

Corporate Type:Company Limited by Guarantee (with Charitable Status)
Charitable Status:Charitable
Registered Charity No.:279267
Registered Company No.:01468693