Sherfield School
Sherfield School is a co-ed boarding and day school in Hook, Hampshire, educating pupils aged 0 - 18 and founded in 2004. Boarding fees are £10,485 - £14,440 per term. Our advice on this school is independent and free.
- Type
- Co-ed boarding & day
- Boarders from
- 9 - 18
- Ethos
- Non-denominational
- Guardian required
- Yes
About Sherfield
The story, ethos and character of Sherfield.
- Setting
- Rural
- Ethos
- Non-denominational
- Head
- Ms Caroline Taylor
Leading Co-educational School: Sherfield School offers education for children aged 3 months to 18 years and boarding from 9 years old (Year 5). Location: Situated in Sherfield-on-Loddon, Hampshire - between the towns of Basingstoke and Reading.
45 minutes from Heathrow by car and 45 minutes from central london by train. The school spans over 76 acres of picturesque parkland, featuring modern facilities within a historic 12th-century manor house. Outdoor Opportunities: With a Grade II listed manor house and expansive grounds, students have ample opportunities to enjoy the outdoors in the beautiful countryside setting.
Exciting Atmosphere: Sherfield School boasts an environment filled with excitement, energy, and enthusiasm, ideal for students seeking both fun and learning opportunities.
Extracurricular Activities: Students can participate in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, drama, and outdoor education, catering to diverse interests. Early Years to Sixth Form: From Early Years to Sixth Form, Sherfield School nurtures students' social, learning, and academic skills, achieving outstanding results and preparing them for further education.
Holistic Development: The school emphasises holistic development, offering pastoral care tailored to individual needs while fostering unique talents and character, building confidence and respect. Vibrant School Life: Sherfield School is always bustling with activity, hosting music and arts events, and boasting a talented student body across various disciplines.
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Academics at Sherfield
What pupils study at Sherfield — and where it takes them.
This section provides information on: The curriculum, performing and creative arts, English as an additional , and special educational needs (SEN). About the curriculum Students are taught by passionate, knowledgeable and committed teachers in a stimulating learning environment.
They achieve outstanding academic, sports and arts results. Pupils are encouraged to develop skills and the character to set them apart. +6 photos Performing and creative arts Drama The Drama Department at Sherfield is an exciting and fun to experiment and explore ideas, theatrical styles and the possibilities of performance and production.
Programmes offered
Subjects offered
Where our leavers go
Students go on to a range of destinations after life at Sherfield. Below shows some of the educational destination or recent leavers and what they went on to study; London College of Music University College London Biomedical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Psychology Mathematics Project Management and Construction Physics University of Bath Electrical & Electronic Engineering Management Politics & Economics Modern Languages University of Edinburgh Architecture University of Exeter Finance & Accounting History Criminology Natural Sciences University of Glasgow Biochemistry University of Kent International Business University of Nottingham Computer Science Neuroscience University of Surrey Veterinary Science University of Birmingham Human Sciences International Relations London School of Economics International Relations
Figures are indicative — contact us for the latest results.
Boarding at Sherfield
Day-to-day boarding life and pastoral care at Sherfield.
- Boarding houses
- Girls 0, Boys 0, Mixed 1
- Exeat weekends
- No
- Guardian required
- Yes
- Saturday lessons
- No
Sherfield offers full boarding, weekly and flexi boarding options. We have one mixed house which is modern and purpose built, with en-suite twin rooms for all boarders. The shared house allows for a family atmosphere in which boarders of all ages and nationalities mix well together.
We have two Common Rooms equipped with kitchenettes, sofas, TV, games, a pool table and a table football table. Outside we have a sunny terrace, a ping pong table, and space for football and volleyball. +11 photos Pastoral care and staffing HOUSEMASTER AND HOUSEPARENTS The boarding house is run by the House Master, Mr Oliver Bailey,.
A genuine home away from home
The purpose built boarding house, Archer's Lodge, has 60 en-suite rooms for boarders from Year 4 upwards. The style rooms include internet access, study area, a comfortable bed or bunks, bedside cabinet/chest of drawers, a wardrobe and a spacious en-suite bathroom.
Boys' and girls' bedrooms and bathrooms are located in separate wings for privacy. Boarders have a resident Housemaster, House Parents and other live-in tutors. Further boarding tutors live on school site. The House Master is responsible for the health, safety and welfare of boarders and the boarding staff team work closely with the Housemaster over weekends and evenings.
We can arrange trusted UK guardianship for international families.
Sherfield admissions
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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 Application procedure and entrance tests Candidates must submit a completed registration form, copies of their passport and recentschool reports along with the registration fee (£180). Entrance Assessments Entry to Sherfield School is based on the potential candidates demonstrate in our assessments (English and Maths papers) and a brief virtual chat with a member of the leadership team.
For students for whom English is a second , they undertake a PASSWORD Maths and English test to gauge their levels in both subjects under exam conditions, invigilated by their current school or, where applicable, an Agent. English levels required for entry to the school All candidates sit entry assessments and (as applicable) EAL assessments, and have a virtual interview.
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Sherfield fees & funding
What Sherfield 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 Sherfield.
Fees change year to year and by entry point. As your independent advisors we hold up-to-date figures and can compare Sherfield against similar schools so you know exactly what to budget.
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Sherfield location & travel
Where Sherfield is, and how to get there.
Travel details Address Sherfield-on-Loddon, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 0HU, England Travel time to London by train Less than 1 hour Telephone +44 (0)1256 884800 Website https://www. sherfieldschool. co. uk/ Most convenient airports Airport Distance (miles) Drive time (minutes) 1.
London Heathrow 35 45 2. Southampton 35 40 3. London Gatwick 60 75 Most convenient train stations Station Distance (miles) Drive time (minutes) 1. Basingstoke 5 10 2. Reading 15 25 3. Bramley 2 7 4. Hook 7 14 Local accommodation Tylney Hall Hotel - 5 miles - £££ Basingstoke Country Hotel - 6.5 miles - ££ Crowne Plaza Basingstoke - 5.3 miles - £ Local area & attractions Legoland (Theme Park) Thorpe Park (Theme Park) Chessington World of Adventures (Theme Park and Zoo) Marwell Zoo Winchester Science Centre Beaches/Coast (One hour drive) Cinema Ice Skating Horse Riding Climbing Wall Bowling Shopping Centres Windsor Castle One hour train to London https://www.
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