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
Parents’ Guide: Making the Most of the Summer Before GCSE Year 11 As our first cohort of Year 11s are due to sit their GCSEs next summer, many parents have been asking us how best to help their child use the summer holidays wisely. This milestone marks an exciting moment for Holmwood House, as we see our Senior School pupils...
Get Your Child Reception Ready This Summer with Holmwood House Starting school is a huge step, and the summer is a fantastic time to help your child feel excited, prepared, and confident for Reception. Here’s how you can support their smooth transition at home: Foster Independence: Encourage self-sufficiency with tasks like putting on coats and shoes, using the toilet, tidying...
Holmwood House Pupils Triumph at the World Scholar’s Cup in Qatar! Our incredible pupils have returned triumphant from the World Scholar’s Cup in Doha, Qatar, showcasing their academic prowess and bringing home an array of impressive achievements! After qualifying in the regional round in Surrey back in March, 11 of our pupils spent two weeks competing against thousands of scholars...
Being a ‘Cool Sports Parent’: 10 Top Tips With the glorious summer weather here, our Holmwood House pupils are buzzing with excitement, showcasing their talents across all the fantastic summer sports on offer! We often get asked by parents how they can best support their children’s our children in their sporting endeavours. So, we’ve tapped into the wisdom of our...
STEM Fortnight: Sparking Curiosity and Applying Learning at Holmwood House Holmwood House School recently celebrated an inspiring STEM Fortnight, a school-wide initiative designed to apply learning and spark curiosity and interest across Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Pupils across all year groups engaged in a diverse range of trips and fun workshops, consolidating their in-class learning through exciting, hands-on experiences....
“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
Take the first step towards an inspiring education for your child — contact us today.