Our Pre-Prep
Childhood is a time for fun and discovery through a wealth of learning opportunities. Our Pre-Prep is a special and unique place. Our aim is to give children the best possible start to their educational pathway, where friendships are made, individual academic excellence is achieved and happy memories are created. We are an independent Nursery, Pre-Prep and prep School in Liphook situated in 175 acres of stunning grounds in the South Downs National Park on the borders of Hampshire, Surrey and West Sussex. Children in our Pre-Prep develop their social, emotional and cognitive skills through play-based activities. Every day your child will have to opportunity to apply what they have learnt in the classroom to activities in their shared areas or out in our fabulous 175-acre grounds. These hands-on opportunities give your child’s learning meaning and a grounding in the real world.
Our Pre-Prep children visit forest school several times a week. It provides a stimulating and engaging environment that encourages exploration, creativity and curiosity. Through being outdoors your child will develop an appreciation for the environment. They will learn to understand the significant impact they can have on sustainability for themselves and future generations by learning about environmental issues and taking meaningful actions to reduce their carbon footprint. We are fortunate to have two libraries at school and one is reserved for exclusive use by our Pre-Prep children. It has been carefully curated to instil a love of books and reading in all our children and to help your child to discover the magic that books bring, inspiring them in every topic from expeditions and exercise to Fairtrade and faraway places. Storytime and our robust phonics programme will help your child to develop crucial skills such as communication and comprehension.
Alongside the core curriculum, in the Pre-Prep your child will enjoy weekly swimming lessons in additional to their games and PE lessons. They will develop a positive attitude toward exercise and will grow to understand that a healthy body means a healthy mind, helping your child gain insight on how they learn best. A Pre-Prep education is one to be cherished. It is a time to develop the foundations for a love of learning where challenges are seen as positive experiences and every activity is approached with a smile, laughter and a can-do attitude.
Seeing the pre-prep children jump into wellies and waterproof trousers in record time and charge out to break was fabulous.
What we’re up to…
New baby and toddler swim classes! Starting next term, we’re welcoming little swimmers aged 6–24 months. These are gentle, fun sessions with qualified coaches and are perfect for building water confidence at your child’s own pace, whether it’s their first splash or not! Join us for a lovely positive experience for you and your child. And please do share with any friends and family with little ones. Book now ➡️ https://highfieldandbrookham.co.uk/school-plus/swim-school/
From sharpening football skills to diving into dodgeball, basketball and more, it’s been fantastic to see the children getting stuck in, trying new sports and building confidence along the way at our Super Sports club this Easter. With expert coaching, brilliant energy and access to our fantastic facilities, every child has the chance to develop their skills, learn new techniques and, most importantly, have fun. Keep an eye out for upcoming dates, we’d love to see them join us! #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #holidayclubs #sports #SchoolHolidays
From den building and woodland games to nature crafts and balancing on the slack lines, the children have been fully immersed in the magic of the outdoors at our Nature Days holiday club. It’s been fantastic to see the children explore, create and play together in our beautiful woodland setting under the expert eye of the team at Corylus Collective. If your child would like to join us at a future Nature Days Clubs or another one of our fabulous clubs, do keep an eye out for upcoming dates on our website, we’d love to welcome them. Head to➡️https://highfieldandbrookham.co.uk/holiday-clubs/
Last term our Chapel Choir tour embarked on an exceptional musical journey to Vienna. The trip brought together performance, culture and unforgettable experiences. We’re proud to share reflections from parents on a truly inspiring trip. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #choralmusic #chapelchoir
Last term our Chapel Choir tour embarked on an exceptional musical journey to Vienna. The trip brought together performance, culture and unforgettable experiences. We’re proud to share reflections from parents on a truly inspiring trip. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #choralmusic #chapelchoir
We are delighted that we have achieved the Woodland Trust Silver Award for Outstanding Environmental Commitment. Head to the link in our bio to read the full story. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex @woodlandtrust
This Easter Sunday, we’re looking back on a special moment from our recent choir tour in Vienna. This is our Chapel Choir singing O Be Joyful by Toby Young in St Stephen’s Cathedral, Vienna. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #choralmusic #chapelchoir #vienna #ststephanscathedral
This Easter Sunday, we’re looking back on a special moment from our recent choir tour in Vienna. This is our Chapel Choir singing O Be Joyful by Toby Young in St Stephen’s Cathedral, Vienna. We wish everyone a very Happy Easter. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #choralmusic #chapelchoir #vienna #ststephanscathedral
Wishing everyone a very happy Easter weekend. We hope you enjoy the beautiful sound of our Chapel Choir singing Thy Word is a Lamp to my Feet by Colin Mawby in St Peter’s Church, Vienna as part of their recent tour. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #choralmusic #chapelchoir #vienna #stpetersvienna
Wishing everyone a very happy Easter weekend. We hope you enjoy the beautiful sound of our Chapel Choir signing in St Peter’s Church, Vienna as part of their recent tour. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #choralmusic #chapelchoir #vienna #stpetersvienna
We are looking for a talented, hands-on Digital Content Creator to help tell the story of our thriving school community. This exciting role is all about capturing the moments that matter, sharing school life with current families and inspiring new ones to join our community. Working closely with the Director of Marketing and Admissions, you’ll play a key role in supporting admissions and raising the profile of the school through engaging digital content. Whether you’re an aspiring marketer at the start of your career or an experienced content creator seeking a role with purpose and variety, we’d love to hear from you. Head to our website via the link in our bio to download the full job description. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #jobs #digitalcontentcreator
We are looking for a talented, hands-on Digital Content Creator to help tell the story of our thriving school community. This exciting role is all about capturing the moments that matter, sharing school life with current families and inspiring new ones to join our community. Working closely with the Director of Marketing and Admissions, you’ll play a key role in supporting admissions and raising the profile of the school through engaging digital content. Whether you’re an aspiring marketer at the start of your career or an experienced content creator seeking a role with purpose and variety, we’d love to hear from you. 👉 Download the full job description to find out more highfieldandbrookham.co.uk/about/careers/
There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked hot cross buns to brighten a spring day. In Cookery Club, the children have been busy mixing, kneading and shaping their dough, learning about traditional Easter baking along the way. It’s a wonderful hands-on way to explore new skills, build confidence and discover the science behind cooking. Even more special, it’s been a relaxed and happy holiday club, full of laughter, teamwork and friendships. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #holidayclubs #EasterBaking #CookeryClub #SchoolHolidays
Our Cookery Club has been filled with the scent of freshly baked hot cross buns today as pupils rolled up their sleeves and got hands-on with this much-loved Easter tradition. From measuring and mixing to kneading the dough, every step is a chance to build confidence, creativity and a little bit of culinary science too! Most importantly, it’s been a joyful day of laughter, friendships and holiday fun. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #holidayclubs #EasterBaking #CookeryClub #SchoolHolidays
There’s hands-on creativity in action at our Easter Crafts club led by @feltybee_crafts as the children explore the beautiful art of wet felting and transform wool into some wonderfully tactile creations. A lovely, calm, creative way to unwind and learn a new skill this holiday. There’s a few places left on some great clubs this Easter, head to the link in our bio to find out more. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #eastercrafts #holidayclubs 3 d
After a busy term, there’s real magic in the simple things, time to play, explore and unwind. Our Multi-Activities Holiday Club is just one of the many enriching holiday clubs we offer at Highfield and Brookham, designed to keep children active, engaged and smiling all holiday long. We still have one or two places left on some of our clubs this Easter, take a look here ➡️ highfieldandbrookham.co.uk/holiday-clubs/ #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #holidayclubs
Our Year 1 children stepped back in time on a visit to the @rurallifelm to experience the rhythms of traditional countryside living, collecting eggs, “milking” the cow, gathering water and even trying their hand at washing clothes the old-fashioned way. Through hands on exploration and full of curiosity, the children gained a deeper appreciation for where our food comes from, how daily life has changed and the skills people once relied on every day. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #HandsOnLearning #OutdoorEducation
How do we prepare children for a world that’s changing faster than ever? Join us for Raising the Future, an inspiring conference exploring how schools, parents and leaders can rethink education for the years ahead. You’ll hear from expert speakers, explore bold ideas and connect with others who believe education must evolve. • Insightful talks • Big ideas for future-ready learning • Meaningful conversations If you care about the future of education, join us and be part of the conversation. you. Tickets are available here ➡️ highfieldandbrookham.co.uk/school-plus/raising-the-future/ #RaisingTheFuture #EducationEvents #FutureSkills #ParentsInEducation #SchoolLeadership Bedales School
Year 6 produced an unforgettable performance of Roald Dahl’s The Witches. Drama provides every pupil with the opportunity to step into the spotlight in their own way which builds confidence beyond the theatre. In this celebration of imaginative storytelling, we witnessed courageous performances and pupils supporting one another every step of the way. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex
There were some truly spellbinding performances from our Year 6 cast in their production of The Witches. From bold character choices to brilliant teamwork, this production really had it all with the children mastering creativity and confidence and adding just a touch of mischief. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #WestSussex #drama #roalddahl #TheWitches
We loved welcoming @samhooper15 from @englandhockey to Highfield and Brookham. Sharing his journey and working with the boys on developing their skills, Sam gave a real insight into what it takes to succeed and inspired them to aim high and dream big. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #westsussex #prepschoolsports #hockey
We were delighted to welcome Sam Hooper from England Hockey to Highfield and Brookham. Sam worked with our boys’ hockey players on developing their skills and shared his journey to representing England. Visits like this are incredibly inspiring, giving our pupils a real insight into what it takes to succeed and encouraging them to dream big. Thank you, Sam, for inspiring the next generation. #TogetherWeGrow #IndependentSchool #PrivateSchool #BoardingSchool #PrepSchool #PrePrepSchool #Nursery #Liphook #Hampshire #Surrey #westsussex #prepschoolsports #hockey