Holmwood House

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…

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SCHOOL FACTS

1922

Holmwood House
was founded

25

Acres of beautiful
grounds

330

Current pupils
aged 6 months -13 years

40

Extra-curricular
opportunities

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Holmwood Highlights

Years 7 & 8 put on a spectacular production of Oliver! Their hard work really paid off and they impressed as all with their singing and acting skills – well done Years 7&8!

To celebrate Red Nose Day this year we asked the children to come to school dress in their usual school uniform, but with a funny hat and if they wished they could also wear Red Nose merchandise  and mix and match these with school uniform.

This week maths mania took over Holmwood, with everyone getting involved with fun and engaging real world maths. Pi Day was a highlight where the school was full of Times Table Rock Stars. The Years 4-8 Pizza Project saw pupils using an array of real world maths skills to make pizzas for their Buddies received and top marks from everyone!...

Holmwood House is delighted to have received the highest possible rating of ‘Excellent’ in every category for the academic achievement and personal development of its pupils, in a report after a recent inspection by Independent Schools Inspectorate.  Inspectors found that “the school very successfully fulfils its aim for pupils to reach their true potential and achieve personal success.”  and found...

We had lots of fun on Thursday 2 March dressing up as characters from our favourite books.  There were some amazing costumes and it was great to see which book was the inspiration behind each outfit.  One of the highlights of the day was the wonderful opportunity for the children to share their favourite books with their friends and perhaps...

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OUR TESTIMONIALS

“Holmwood for me is unique in recognising the individuality of every child and working to develop each individual’s strengths.”

Parent

“Set in extensive grounds and with facilities that rival some secondary schools”

Good Schools Guide

“Pupils make excellent progress in all areas of the curriculum and experience considerable success in a wide range of activities”

ISI Inspection Report

“Boarding is done so well, the children absolutely love it!”

Parent

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Holmwood House Nursery

151 Coach Road, Great Horkesley,
Colchester,
Essex CO6 4DX
T: (01206) 273 827
E: nurserymanager@holmwood.house

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Holmwood House School

Chitts Hill, Lexden,
Colchester,
Essex CO3 9ST
T: (01206) 574305
E: office@holmwood.house

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