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Solefield School

Co-ed
Church of England
Nursery - Year 8 (Ages 3-13)
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Solefield School is a co-educational day preparatory school in Sevenoaks, Kent, for pupils aged 3 to 13. Established in 1948, the school is housed in a former Victorian residence and is situated near the site of the 1450 Battle of Solefield. It maintains a nurturing ethos with small class sizes and a focus on the development of the whole child. Facilities include a music school, art studio, and science laboratory. The curriculum balances academic study with music, drama, and sport, preparing pupils for transition to senior schools at both 11+ and 13+.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Day Only
Values:
Value Others
Value Our World
Value Yourself

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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

-5.9%

Solefield School's fees are 5.9% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+4.9%

Solefield School's fees are 4.9% 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

Founded:1948
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 81%/19% Boy/Girl)
School Size: Approx. 193 pupils
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Associations:
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
Common Entrance to Senior
LAMDA
ABRSM
ISEB Project Qualification (iPQ)
Bursaries offered: Yes
Solefield School provides means-tested financial assistance to new students and offers hardship awards for current families experiencing financial difficulty to ensure broader educational access.
Sports Facilities:
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
Sports Hall
Other Facilities:
Student Kitchen
Wellbeing Suite
3D Printer
Kiln
Outdoor Classroom
Ceramics Studio
Music Studio
Library
Laser Cutter
SEND Centre

Contact Information

Address

Solefield School, Solefields Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1PH

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General Enquiries

01732 452142

Admissions

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Company Details

Corporate Type:Company Limited by Guarantee (with Charitable Status)
Charitable Status:Charitable
Registered Charity No.:293466
Registered Company No.:01966993
Owner/Stakeholder:Sevenoaks Family of Schools (owner)