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From September 2026, Hatherop Castle School will introduce an enhanced boarding programme focused on flexibility, enrichment and community. With complimentary boarding nights, specialist evening activities, academic support and popular themed events, more pupils will have the opportunity to experience the fun, friendship and independence that boarding offers.

Discover how Hatherop Castle nurtures confident, resilient children through real experiences, kindness and adventure, preparing them for a rapidly changing world beyond the classroom.

Our Director of Sport, Mr Bailey, shares practical, family-friendly ideas to help children stay active, healthy and happy throughout the summer holidays without pressure.

Discover Hatherop's exciting new flexible boarding programme, offering children in Prep 3–8 the opportunity to stay, belong and thrive through weekly boarding.

One Hatherop parent shares why staying until Prep 8 gave their child confidence, leadership, lifelong memories and the time to grow before senior school.

Our Prep 8 Leavers' Programme develops independence, resilience and life skills whilst celebrating friendships and preparing pupils for senior school.

Prep 8 developed research, presentation and communication skills through engaging Humanities projects exploring money, wealth, businesses and society.

Practical tips for parents to help children build confidence, independence, communication skills, and excitement before starting Reception.

Prep 4 stepped back in time, exploring Viking life through outdoor learning, crafts, teamwork and traditional fire cooking.

Prep 5 pupils impressed at Cheltenham College’s Leadership and Teamwork Day, demonstrating resilience, communication, kindness and collaboration across a series of exciting challenges.