Steephill School
Longfield, Kent · DA3 7BG
Steephill is a small, day-only independent preparatory school serving ages 3–11 in rural Kent, with a stated emphasis on nurturing confident, curious and compassionate learners within a warm, close-knit community. Set in a beautiful countryside location near Longfield, the school positions itself around a child-centred ethos underpinned by strong staff relationships. As an uninspeched independent school, it remains relatively under-profiled in the sector, attracting families seeking a smaller-scale, values-driven prep alternative.
- →Warm, family-like community atmosphere emphasised by current leadership
- →Rural setting with outdoor curriculum integration and green space
- →Small pupil cohort (126) enabling close staff-pupil relationships
Who thrives here
Children who benefit from intimate, nurturing environments and outdoor learning; families prioritising pastoral care and values over academic intensity; parents seeking day-only provision with strong community feel.
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Contact & visit
Off Castle Hill, Fawkham
Longfield, Kent
DA3 7BG
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Steephill School?
Day fees at Steephill School are approximately £14,580 per year (2026/27).
How do you get into Steephill School?
Steephill 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.
Is Steephill School a boarding school?
Steephill School is a day school in Longfield and does not offer boarding.
What is Steephill School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Steephill School “Excellent” (2019).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Genuine warmth and close-knit community ethos
✓Strong, dedicated staff team
✓Rural setting and outdoor learning integration
✓Child-centred, values-led approach
Common concerns
!No Ofsted inspection yet, limiting independent assurance of safeguarding and standards
!Limited information on academic rigour and outcomes data
!Small peer cohort may limit diversity of friendship and social development