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Hatherop Castle School is delighted to welcome Tim O’Connell as our new Head from January 2027. Tim brings extensive school leadership experience and is looking forward to joining the Hatherop community.

Hatherop Castle School has marked an important chapter in its history with a special Service of Commemoration and Thanksgiving, honouring those who trained and served at the Castle during the Second World War. The service was followed by the unveiling of a permanent memorial plaque, creating a lasting connection between Hatherop’s remarkable past and future generations.

Prep 3 have been enjoying DEAR sessions, developing a love of reading while building vocabulary, fluency and comprehension, exploring new stories and sharing their favourite books with one another.

Mr Hammond reflects on representing Wales, World Cup highlights, teamwork, resilience and the value of effort, practice and perseverance.

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.