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Boarding at Hatherop Castle School, whether full, weekly or flexi, offers prep-aged children a unique opportunity to grow in independence, build lasting friendships, and develop life skills in a supportive, home-from-home environment. With its warm community, enriching activities and flexible boarding options, even a single night away from home can be powerfully transformative, preparing children for senior school and beyond.

At Hatherop Castle School, bravery is seen as a key life skill, cultivated through everyday experiences, strong relationships, and hands-on learning. Pupils are supported to try new things, make mistakes, and grow with confidence – whether that’s joining a team, performing in assembly, or tackling challenges in the outdoors. Through a warm, pastoral environment and a culture of encouragement, Hatherop pupils learn that true bravery lies not in being fearless, but in stepping forward with resilience and belief in themselves. These early lessons in courage lay the foundations for a confident, capable future.

To round off the Lent Term, pupils from Prep 6–8 enjoyed a week in Normandy, immersing themselves in French language and culture. From historical visits to Mont St Michel and WW2 memorials, to markets, lessons and treasure hunts, the trip offered a memorable blend of fun, learning and reflection.

Despite illness setbacks, Hatherop’s Addams Family production wowed audiences with its talent, dedication, and eerie charm. The pupils’ perseverance and teamwork ensured a spectacular final performance, earning rapturous applause and admiration.

Hatherop embraces the ethos ‘it takes a village to raise a child,’ encouraging children to enjoy their childhood in a caring, community-driven environment. With exceptional pastoral care, small class sizes, and a tranquil setting, pupils thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

Prep 1 embarked on a thrilling survival adventure inspired by Bear Grylls, completing challenges to earn their Never Give Up! badge. From navigating obstacle courses and building shelters to learning knot-tying and problem-solving with limited resources, the experience tested their resilience, creativity, and teamwork—an unforgettable day of hands-on learning!

Hatherop Castle School's house music competition was a thrilling event filled with incredible performances from Bazley, Fyfe, and Moorhead. The audience was spellbound by each rendition of "How Far I'll Go." Moorhead emerged as the overall winners of the group performance. Congratulations to all the talented children and dedicated staff!

Last Wednesday, Hatherop Castle School's Year 5 & 6 Greenpower Car Club visited Prodrive, a leading motorsport engineering company. Students experienced motorsport engineering first hand and met inspiring professionals. The visit sparked dreams of future careers in the industry, leaving students motivated and inspired. An unforgettable and inspiring day!

Prep 1 children at Hatherop Castle brought joy to their parents with their creative storytelling. They used story maps to perform twisted tales based on "The Sweetest Song" from "The Story Tree," showcasing their ability to change characters, settings, problems, and solutions. Their performances were enhanced with expressive actions and movements, featuring characters like mermaids, snow leopards, turtles, and rabbits. The children impressed with their use of ambitious adjectives and adverbials. Despite the snowy weather, the event was cosy and heart-warming, with a fire, hot chocolate, and plenty of smiles.