Together we grow
Highfield and Brookham is an independent Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School in Liphook for boys and girls aged 2-13, nestled on the leafy borders of Hampshire, West Sussex and Surrey.
As a family-owned school, we celebrate our genuine independence and prepare children for the leading boarding and top day schools. Not being answerable to a senior school or trust results in a strong sense of togetherness and a welcoming family feel. We work together with our children and their families to ensure the children receive the very best education possible. Our curriculum is rich and varied, providing balanced opportunities across a wide spectrum of extra-curricular, outdoor and outreach programmes.
Scholarship success
We have a flawless record of securing entrance to a child’s chosen senior school, whether at 11+ or 13+. Our curriculum gives opportunities for all children to flourish and our scholarship success is evidence of our outstanding academic ambition. Our children have been awarded over 100 scholarships over the past six years to a diverse range of top senior schools, including Wellington College, Cranleigh School, Radley College, Marlborough College and Charterhouse and include a huge variety of scholarships ranging from academic and art to sports and music.
Extensive grounds
Situated in 175 acres of glorious natural grounds in the South Downs National Park, on the borders of Surrey, West Sussex and Hampshire, our beautiful estate provides not only a stunning backdrop for our Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep, but importantly is a wonderful place for learning. We are committed to making the most of our amazing grounds, as well as protecting and enhancing them.
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Our Year 6 children have today taken on a series of teamwork challenges aimed at sharpening their communication and leadership skills with a view to life at senior school. Split into three groups, the children were tasked with either building bridges using straws, getting all team members across a ‘river’ safely and in the quickest time, or erecting towers from old newspapers. The challenges helped promote proactive communication while enhancing the children’s ability to problem solve and make key decisions. Skills such as taking turns, listening, teamwork, conflict resolution and leadership are essential elements of every child’s growth and will stand Year 6 in good stead when they make the move to senior school. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #Communication #LeadershipSkills
Year 8’s educational and character-building trip to the continent has featured visits to many significant Second World War landmarks on the northern French coast, including Pegasus Bridge, the Merville Gun Battery, Omaha Beach and war cemeteries. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex
French culture, French history and the beautiful French language have been brought to life for Year 8. The children are currently on a fascinating and emotional voyage of discovery on the northern coast of la belle France; visiting poignant Second World War sites Pegasus Bridge and Omaha Beach, the charming medieval town of Bayeux and beautiful Mont St Michel, all the while soaking up the unique sights and sounds of bustling French streets. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #France
Our children have secured more fantastic success on the LAMDA stage, with all 108 young performers securing either distinctions or merits in their exams. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #Drama
Our children are taught to be resourceful from the moment they first enter the school gates. We give them the tools they need to achieve their goals and to become self-motivated learners, an opportunity they eagerly grasp with both hands. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex
Despite a battling effort in the late-summer sunshine, our first XI footballers slipped to a 4-1 defeat at home to a strong Haberdashers’ Boys’ School side in the first round of the ISFA U13 Cup today. Congratulations to our visitors, we wish you well in the next round. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex
Keeping 175-acre grounds in tip-top shape year round is a really big job, but that’s exactly what our brilliant grounds team do come rain or shine. But don’t just take our word for it, why not pop along to our first open morning of the new academic year on Saturday 28th September and see for yourself? To book, simply click the link in our bio at the top of the page. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #OpenMorning
Are you ready to discover a school that truly stands out? Join us for our Open Morning on 28th September and experience what makes Highfield and Brookham so special. From our inspiring curriculum to our warm, welcoming community, there’s no better way to discover our magic than by visiting us in person. Book your place today at
Ladies and gentlemen, please say hello to our brilliant boarding team. They really are the unsung heroes of our school who, through their love, care and dedication, make Highfield and Brookham a true home away from home for our boarders. Thank you, Team Boarding, for everything you do! #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #Boarding
Our pre-prep children had an exciting morning when traffic officers from Sussex Police paid a visit. It was a truly arresting sight to see the children so engaged, absorbing every little detail that the officers shared with them while bombarding them with a million brilliant questions. And the highlight? Sitting in the police car, of course! #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex
Having our old IT equipment recycled is not only helping support a charity in Southampton which is tackling homelessness, it’s also helping the environment by preventing harmful substances making their way into the ground and into watercourses. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #ComputerRecycling
We’ve had a scintillating afternoon of sports action, welcoming back our good friends from 11 different schools to compete in our annual football and hockey tournaments and engage in some eager competition on the netball court. What a fantastic way to start a new season of competitive school sport! Aldro Barrow Hills School Bedales School Edgeborough School Farleigh School Hoe Bridge School Lord Wandsworth College Seaford College St. Edmund’s School, Hindhead Twyford School, Hampshire Westbourne House School #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex
It’s not always easy being a goalkeeper on a sports team as you’re the last line of defence and there to be shot at. But there’s no better way to earn the adoration, respect and praise of your teammates than to make a string of simply incredible saves to keep your side in the match! #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #Hockey #Teammates #Camaraderie
Did you know that our children are immersed in science all the way through school, delving into the wonders of biology, chemistry and physics from the moment they first walk in the door? Science helps our children see the world in a new light, whether they are out collecting samples in nature or undertaking experiments in the lab, and helps make them curious about the world around them. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #Science
Autumn and winter may be closing in fast but the young holidaymakers and the army of willing volunteers involved in this summer’s brilliant Highreach Holidays will be warmed by memories that will last a lifetime. Simply click the link to see just how much fun the children (and adults) had as it was all captured for posterity. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #HighreachHolidays
Don’t miss the chance to apply for our new Year 5 all-rounder scholarship for entry in September 2025. The scholarship will recognise exceptional children who are bright and curious and show a real passion for learning. Head to our website (link in bio) to find out more. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #year5scholarship @talkeducation @muddysurrey @muddyhantsiow @muddy_sussex
After a busy day of studying, it’s important that our boarders have a dedicated space where they can relax, chat with their friends, watch a film, or maybe even have a singsong round the piano. Thanks to the hard work of our maintenance team and the excellent interior design skills of domestic manager Mrs Gray, the delighted children have exactly that in the newly-refurbished girls’ common room. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #CommonRoomRefurb
Did you know that each month at least one child’s piece of work is named Art Effort of the Month? For July, dedicated art teachers Mrs Houghton and Mrs Pearson deemed the winner to be Caelan MacDonald for his wonderful perspective of the @transportforlondon London Underground. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #Art
We’ve got an excellent reputation for the strength of our ever-evolving and ongoing pastoral provision and the children selected as our latest ‘peers listeners’ are determined to make sure it stays that way! #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #Pastoral #Wellbeing
The boarders are safely installed, we’ve welcomed new pupils from near and far, the school corridors have been filled with excited chatter, the sublime smell of mouth-watering meals has once again emanated from the dining hall and the classrooms have been a hive of activity and learning. It’s so brilliant to be back! #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #BackToSchool #NewSchoolYear
We’re very much looking forward to welcoming back our boarders this evening ahead of the new school year, with our day children returning on Thursday. Our returnees will be met by our refurbished entrance porch and newly-laid resin walkway which, as well as looking really smart, will hugely reduce the amount dust being walked into the school compared to the previous pea-shingle surface. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex
The tables were turned on our sports coaches today as they were put through their paces ahead of the start of the new school year. Miss McIntosh ran through quality drills and techniques on the netball court while Kevin Wilson-Wild, head coach of Guildford Saints F.C, gave the teachers some top tips to pass onto their pupils during the football season. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex
