Walhampton Prep School
Walhampton Prep School is a co-ed boarding and day school in Lymington, Hampshire, educating pupils aged 2 - 13 and founded in 1948. Boarding fees are £10,455 - £12,340 per term. Our advice on this school is independent and free.
- Type
- Co-ed boarding & day
- Boarders from
- 7 - 13
- Ethos
- Church of England
- Guardian required
- Yes
About Walhampton Prep
The story, ethos and character of Walhampton Prep.
- Setting
- Rural
- Ethos
- Church of England
- Head
- Mr Jonny Timms
An independent day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2 -13, Walhampton lies in ancient woodland on the southern edge of the New Forest, on the coast near Lymington in Hampshire. We strive to let children be children for longer, whilst preparing them for the unknown challenges and opportunities in the world of tomorrow.
Our stunning setting in 100 acres of lawns, lakes and woodland by the sea, means the children are inspired by nature whilst immersing themselves in limitless academic, artistic, technological, challenging and sporting experiences. Walhampton has been awarded the Talk Education's award for 'Innovation in Education' in the Pastoral Care and Wellbeing category.
With small classes and outstanding teaching our new 2-13 learner journey integrates the holistic Pre-Senior Baccalaureate and focuses on the achievement and wellbeing of the 'whole child' to instil the joy of learning.
We prepare our children for 13+ Common Entrance and scholarships to senior independent schools including Winchester, Eton, St. Swithun's, Canford, Clayesmore, Harrow, Radley and Bryanston. Academic standards at Walhampton are excellent and were strongly endorsed in our most recent ISI report.
We have enjoyed 100% success rate in Common Entrance for a number of years. In June 2025 we confirmed that exeats are no longer compulsory and children can remain in school for the weekend in the care of our boarding team. These exeat weekends are designed as cultural weekends during which time pupils will have the opportunity to visit local towns or cities, perhaps attending a theatre production and be involved in cooking their meals.
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Academics at Walhampton Prep
What pupils study at Walhampton Prep — and where it takes them.
and encouraging the transference of skills. Our subject areas cover: STEM (including Science, Design Technology & ICT), Arts (Art, Drama, Music), Humanities (Languages, English, History & Geography), PSHEE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education) and Sports.
Find out more about our curriculum Our classrooms are warm, welcoming spaces in which the children can expect to have their voice heard and in which they will be supported to meet and exceed their potential. Above all, we aim to foster enjoyment and to nurture a joy of learning.
Programmes offered
Where our leavers go
Last year our Year 8 leavers gained entrance to a variety of senior schools listed below: Ballard Bryanston Burgess Hill Girls School Canford Embley Eton College Godolphin King Edward VI Southampton Marlborough College Stonar School Wellington College Winchester College Some international students returned home to their schools.
Figures are indicative — contact us for the latest results.
Boarding at Walhampton Prep
Day-to-day boarding life and pastoral care at Walhampton Prep.
- Boarding houses
- Girls 1, Boys 1, Mixed 0
- Exeat weekends
- Yes
- Guardian required
- Yes
- Saturday lessons
- No
Boarding at Walhampton is a popular, fun and enriching experience. Our caring environment and 'home from home' boarding house ensures that the children feel happy and settled. Every child has different needs, so ours is not a one-size-fits-all approach.
We nurture pupils to give them the inner confidence and level-headed resilience they need to succeed in the next stage of their life. Our boarding house, Bradfield House, is located in the heart of the School. It is an impressive building with spectacular views across the school's horse paddocks, gardens, playing fields and on to the Solent and Isle of Wight.
A huge welcome from everyone at Bradfield House. We are super excited to welcome you and your family to Walhampton and we can't wait to get to know you all. Bradfield House prides itself on creating a 'home away from home' for all the children whether they are full time, weekly or flexi boarders.
Bradfield House is a large house with dormitories split by boys and girls but with shared common rooms. Within the boarding house, there are a range of spacious and comfortable dorms where the children can relax, unwind and snuggle into at bedtime.
We can arrange trusted UK guardianship for international families.
Walhampton Prep admissions
How children join Walhampton Prep, and how we make it simple.
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Assessment, offer & enrolment
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What you'll typically need
- Recent school reports or transcript
- Passport copy
- English-language evidence (if applicable)
- Completed registration form
- A reference from the current school
Special notes to agents about entry to the school Walhampton will be delighted to discuss the possibility of children from overseas joining Walhampton and aim to make the process as friendly and straightforward as possible. The Admissions procedure is the same for all pupils, day or boarders.
In the first instance and to obtain a prospectus, please contact the Registrar, on registrar@walhampton. com or +44 1590 613300. Ideally, the Head and staff would prefer to meet the child and parents in . Families are welcome to come to the school to meet with the Head, have a full tour of the school and partake in an informal assessment that will help the child's academic ability.
As your advisors we manage the application end-to-end at no cost.
Walhampton Prep fees & funding
What Walhampton Prep costs, what's included, and how we help with funding.
What termly boarding fees include
- Tuition
- Boarding accommodation
- All meals
- Pastoral & house care
- Most academic materials
Funding & scholarships
Registration deposits, EAL tuition, uniform and trips are usually charged separately. Many schools offer academic, sport, music and art scholarships plus means-tested bursaries — ask us and we'll send a full, current breakdown for Walhampton Prep.
Fees change year to year and by entry point. As your independent advisors we hold up-to-date figures and can compare Walhampton Prep against similar schools so you know exactly what to budget.
Figures shown are the latest we hold — we'll confirm current fees on enquiry.
Walhampton Prep location & travel
Where Walhampton Prep is, and how to get there.
Travel details Address Walhampton Prep School, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 5ZG, England Airport transfer We provide a transport service to the airport where your children will be met by an 'Airport Angel' who will look after them at the airport.
Airport Angels are a dependable, experienced airport service in the UK specialising in providing young people with a safe, secure and welcoming environment from arrival to check in. This is a cost-effective service where a DBS checked taxi service collect the children from school and take them direct to the airport where they are met by an assigned 'Airport Angel' - all individually trained in airport logistics, dealing directly with airlines and any required Unaccompanied Minors (UM's) procedures.
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