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Somerhill

Co-ed

Comites in comitate

(Courtiers in courtesy)

Non-Denominational
Pre-Nursery - Year 8 (Ages 2-13)
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Somerhill is an independent preparatory school for pupils aged 2 to 13, located near Tonbridge, Kent. Set within 150 acres of parkland, the school is housed in a Grade I listed Jacobean mansion. Its unique structure combines co-educational early years with single-sex classroom teaching from age seven, while maintaining mixed social and extracurricular activities. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a purpose-built music centre, and the historic Woodgate Library. Somerhill emphasises a well-rounded education, fostering independent thinkers through a broad curriculum and extensive sporting and creative opportunities.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Day Only
Values:
Respect
Responsibility
Community
Excellence
Resilience
Kindness

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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

-1.5%

Somerhill's fees are 1.5% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+9.8%

Somerhill's fees are 9.8% 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:1898
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 59%/41% Boy/Girl)
School Size: Approx. 559 pupils
SmallLarge
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
ABRSM
Common Entrance to Senior
LAMDA
Trinity College London
Bursaries offered: Yes
Means-tested assisted places are available for Prep pupils in Years 3 to 8. Applications are assessed by an external company to determine financial eligibility and are reviewed annually.
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
Cross Country Course
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Climbing Wall
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Forest School
Outdoor Classroom
Library

Contact Information

Address

Somerhill, Tudeley Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11 0NJ

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General Enquiries

01732 352124

Admissions

01732 375951

Company Details

Corporate Type:Company Limited by Guarantee (with Charitable Status)
Charitable Status:Charitable
Registered Charity No.:1002212
Registered Company No.:02331296