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Why Confidence Still Starts with Childhood
Discover how Hatherop Castle nurtures confident, resilient children through real experiences, kindness and adventure, preparing them for a rapidly changing world beyond the classroom.
Mr Bailey’s Summer Survival Guide: Staying Active Together This Summer
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.
Stay a little longer. Belong a lot more.
Discover Hatherop's exciting new flexible boarding programme, offering children in Prep 3–8 the opportunity to stay, belong and thrive through weekly boarding.
What’s the Rush? The Lasting Value of Staying Until 13
One Hatherop parent shares why staying until Prep 8 gave their child confidence, leadership, lifelong memories and the time to grow before senior school.
Why Our Prep 8 Leavers’ Programme Matters
Our Prep 8 Leavers' Programme develops independence, resilience and life skills whilst celebrating friendships and preparing pupils for senior school.
Prep 8 Explore the World of Money Through Independent Humanities Projects
Prep 8 developed research, presentation and communication skills through engaging Humanities projects exploring money, wealth, businesses and society.
Getting Ready for Reception: Helping Your Child Start School with Confidence
Practical tips for parents to help children build confidence, independence, communication skills, and excitement before starting Reception.
Prep 4 Viking Forest School Adventure at Macaroni Woods
Prep 4 stepped back in time, exploring Viking life through outdoor learning, crafts, teamwork and traditional fire cooking.
Prep 5 Pupils Shine at Leadership and Teamwork Challenge
Prep 5 pupils impressed at Cheltenham College’s Leadership and Teamwork Day, demonstrating resilience, communication, kindness and collaboration across a series of exciting challenges.
Prep 3 Step Back in Time During Roman Workshop Adventure
Prep 3 pupils experienced life as Roman recruits through hands-on activities, marching drills, armour exploration and authentic Roman food.










