Witham Hall School
Bourne, Lincolnshire · PE10 0JJ
Pupils
242
Day fees
£25k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Witham Hall is a coeducational independent prep school set in rural Lincolnshire near Stamford, offering day and full boarding for pupils aged 4–13. The school emphasises breadth across academics, arts, sport and outdoor learning, with a particular focus on curiosity, discovery and community engagement. Its rural location and heritage setting foster a traditional prep school environment with contemporary pastoral care and wellbeing practice.
- →Full boarding option with day flexibility in a safe, rural setting near Stamford and accessible to East Midlands and London
- →Broad, balanced curriculum with strong emphasis on enrichment activities including archaeology club, forest school and UKMT maths challenges
- →Traditional house system and pastoral care structure in an intimate school of 242 pupils
Who thrives here
Pupils who thrive in a nurturing, traditional prep environment with space for outdoor learning and discovery; families valuing boarding flexibility; children who benefit from smaller cohorts and strong community.
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Contact & visit
Witham-on-the-Hill
Bourne, Lincolnshire
PE10 0JJ
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Witham Hall School?
Day fees at Witham Hall School are approximately £25,080 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Witham Hall School?
Witham Hall School admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Witham Hall School a boarding school?
Witham Hall School offers boarding as well as day places.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Warm, nurturing pastoral care and strong sense of community in a smaller setting
✓Excellent outdoor and experiential learning opportunities, including forest school and archaeology
✓Flexible boarding model appealing to professional families and those valuing rural, heritage environment
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted inspected, limiting external assurance of overall provision
!Rural location may restrict access to specialist facilities and cultural opportunities compared to urban preps
!Limited published data on academic progress and entry outcomes