Gravesend, Kent · DA11 0HN
Bronte School is a small, coeducational day preparatory school in Gravesend, Kent, serving pupils aged 3–11. With 144 pupils, it offers a close-knit community environment typical of independent prep schools in the Southeast. The school provides a traditional prep education with emphasis on breadth across academics, arts, and pastoral care, preparing pupils for entry to selective senior schools and grammars at 11+.
Who thrives here
Pupils who benefit from a smaller, nurturing environment and those aiming for selective secondary entry. Families seeking a traditional prep ethos with flexibility across age groups will find Bronte suitable.
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7 Pelham Road
Gravesend, Kent
DA11 0HN
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Day fees at Bronte School are approximately £12,600 per year (2024/25).
Bronte School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Bronte School is a day school in Gravesend and does not offer boarding.
ISI rated Bronte School “Excellent” (2022).
Frequently praised
✓Caring, attentive staff who know pupils individually
✓Effective preparation for 11+ entry and grammar school selection
✓Friendly, inclusive community atmosphere
Common concerns
!Limited outdoor and sporting facilities typical of smaller prep schools