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Hatherop Pupils Shine at National Athletics Finals
The athletics season ended on a high at the National Prep Schools Athletics Championships in Birmingham, where two Hatherop pupils represented the Mercia region. Competing against top young athletes nationwide, one broke a long-standing school record. A proud moment for our school and an inspiration for future sporting success.
A Warm Welcome to Our New Houseparent Family – Arriving September 2025
We are delighted to welcome a new Houseparent family to Hatherop Castle School from September 2025. With extensive experience in education and a deep-rooted love of boarding life, they are looking forward to creating a warm and supportive home-from-home for our boarders, helping every child thrive and flourish.
A Celebration of Creativity, Arts Week at Hatherop Castle School
Hatherop Castle School’s Arts Week brought learning to life through a vibrant mix of creative workshops, performances and artistic exploration. Pupils from Reception to Prep 8 immersed themselves in everything from ceramics to theatre, culminating in a spectacular finale that celebrated imagination, talent and the adventure of learning through the arts.
Boarding at Hatherop Castle School, A Closer Look
Hatherop Castle School is enhancing its boarding provision with a flexible voucher system, earlier suppers and new activity times, giving families more choice. Set in a nurturing, close-knit community, boarding here helps children build confidence, resilience and lifelong friendships, all within the beautiful surroundings of the Cotswolds countryside.
Hatherop Castle Pupils Help Pollinators Thrive
Prep 1 at Hatherop Castle School explored biodiversity by raising caterpillars into butterflies, releasing them near our beehives to support local pollinators. This hands-on experience deepened their respect for nature and reflected our values of ambition and character, nurturing a lifelong appreciation for wildlife within our beautiful Cotswold estate.
Year 8 Take on International Street Food Challenge at Hatherop
Hatherop Castle School’s Year 8 pupils recently took part in a dynamic International Street Food Challenge, a highlight of their Leavers’ Programme. Working in teams, they created original street food dishes inspired by global cuisines. From budgeting and ingredient sourcing to cooking, presentation and marketing, pupils demonstrated creativity, teamwork and real-world enterprise skills. The judges were impressed by the variety, flavour and professionalism on display. It was a fantastic, hands-on day of learning, laughter and culinary adventure.
Hatherop Year 8 Pupils Awarded Multiple Scholarships
This year, Hatherop Castle pupils have earned an impressive total of seven scholarships to leading senior schools, including Roedean, Stowe, and Westonbirt. Awards were granted in academics, sport and music, highlighting the ambition, resilience and all-round excellence of our Year 8 cohort. These results reflect the strength of our academic and co-curricular provision, and our commitment to preparing pupils to thrive at the next stage of their education.
Prep 8 Celebrate Exam Success with Epic Waterpark Adventure
To celebrate the end of their Common Entrance Exams, Prep 8 enjoyed a well-earned day out at the Cotswold Waterpark WIBIT. The inflatable obstacle course was the perfect reward after weeks of revision and exams. From climbing walls to slippery slides, pupils revelled in a high-energy afternoon of laughter, teamwork and tumbles, an unforgettable way to begin their final term at Hatherop Castle School.
A Morning with David Walliams – Simply Gangsta!
Prep 4 took part in a live online session with bestselling author David Walliams. He shared his writing inspirations, character ideas, and read aloud from favourites like Gangsta Granny, leaving the children laughing and engaged. The session sparked enthusiasm for reading and was a memorable highlight of their school week.
Why Boarding, Even Flexi, Can Be Transformative
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.