At Holmwood House, we spark curiosity and ignite wonder in each and every child, allowing them to develop individuality, confidence and tenacity to reach their true potential…
1922
Holmwood House
was founded
25
Acres of beautiful
grounds
330
Current pupils
aged 6 months -13 years
40
Extra-curricular
opportunities
This week, we were treated to two amazing Christmas shows! Preschool 3, Reception, and Year 1 dazzled with their sparkling performance of Whoops-a-Daisy Angel, a charming story of a lovable but disorganized angel guiding the nativity characters to Bethlehem. The children not only entertained but developed valuable skills like teamwork, emotional expression, and listening. Meanwhile, Years 2 and 3 shone...
Jeremy Lucas – Headmaster of Holmwood House School from 1968 to 1988. It was with great sadness that we heard about the death of Jeremy Lucas over the summer, who was Headmaster of Holmwood House from 1968 to 1988. Born 18 August 1944, Jeremy started his association with Holmwood as an eight year old pupil in 1952, joining around 87...
Preschool 3 WOW!! It is hard to believe that we are at the end of term already! What a year Preschool 3 have had. The children have particularly loved their last 2 weeks, and have participated in a very exciting topic entitled “Poppin into Summer” where they countdown the days until the end of term. Each day they have popped...
Friday 21 June saw and the Pre-Prep Sport Day take place in the morning and Prep Sports Day took place in the afternoon, this meant that we were able to hold the Whole School Relay after the picnics. The children showed great sportsmanship and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the day. The Prep school pupils were entered in a range of traditional...
Year 5’s bushcraft adventure was an action-packed trip, featuring fire building, shelter construction, camouflage exercises, and an SOS scenario. Amidst the picturesque woodlands, pupils honed essential survival skills, fostered teamwork, and embraced nature. They gained practical knowledge, built resilience, and developed problem-solving abilities, making for memorable experiences and valuable lessons that will benefit them in future challenges.
“Holmwood for me is unique in recognising the individuality of every child and working to develop each individual’s strengths.”
“Set in extensive grounds and with facilities that rival some secondary schools”
“Pupils make excellent progress in all areas of the curriculum and experience considerable success in a wide range of activities”
“Boarding is done so well, the children absolutely love it!”
151 Coach Road, Great Horkesley,
Colchester,
Essex CO6 4DX
T: (01206) 273 827
E: nurserymanager@holmwood.house
Chitts Hill, Lexden,
Colchester,
Essex CO3 9ST
T: (01206) 574305
E: office@holmwood.house