The Elms School

The Elms is a truly magical school. My children have now been at The Elms for a year, starting in pre prep. The teachers are magnificent and my children run into school everyday. We can’t believe we have had the luck to come across this wonderful school, the setting is magnificent and the group of parents have been so welcoming, not just the children, I have also met such nice friends. It feels like a real community, always having events so it feels like you are part of something reall...

Everything a school should be and much more! In the most spectacular rural setting with excellent facilities: swimming pool, school farm, equestrian, sport, theatre. All new children & parents are given such a warm welcome and instantly made to feel part of the Elms family. Empathy & kindness sit comfortably alongside strong competitive spirit. Emphasis on manners & respect, fresh air instead of screen time. SEN & social / emotional support is outstanding. Genuinely nurtures every ch...

This is a unique school The Elms School that brings out the best in all kids, regardless of their backgrounds, their challenges and their strengths. Animals woven into all aspect of education creates a unique understanding of the link between people, animals and the environment- and a kindness and kindred spirit seen in all the children. Transformative for our little girl and she is definitely being set up to become a confident, self aware and independent young lady- thank you to all the amaz...

The Elms is an incredible school - so much so that we packed up and moved from Surrey just so that our 2 boys could attend. It’s a truly unique countryside Prep school with a family feel. Our boys are thriving there. Cannot recommend it enough.

Now we have the absolutely amazing news that The Elms School will continue on its current (& original) site and as an independent institution, I could not be happier! For this means we can continue to develop what is truly an amazing school, that offers potential to children from all walks of life, supporting those with extra needs alongside offering a remarkable and wide curriculum. From its sustainability ethos, farm-to-fork, Forest school, Montessori in Early Years, rural studies and farm,...