Maidwell Hall

Since 2022, Anthony Rendall. His first headship, having previously been deputy head at The Elms School and before that, deputy head at Horris Hill. Degree in education and history from Bath; PGCE from Bath Spa. Cut teeth in London preps. ‘Adored’ his

Newish pre-prep means most children now arrive in reception, following a taster day. Next key entry point is year 3, with handfuls joining every year thereafter, resulting in numbers almost doubled at top of school. Gently selective, with assessments

Everyone stays until 13+, progressing to mainly co-ed public schools. More than half of the year group head off to Oundle and Uppingham but, despite the merger with the latter, parents say there’s ‘absolutely no pressure to apply there’, a concern

Traditionally full boarding only. Now, everyone goes home every second Friday lunchtime, so there’s a choice between fortnightly boarding and staying over two or three nights a week. Dorms – one floor for girls, the other for boys – are awaiting a

A clear mobile phone policy is a really important part of modern schooling. This school has provided us with their policy.

As sweeping drives go, Maidwell’s is up there. On the right, ancient trees frame breathtaking views of lush lawns, well-kept gardens, sports pitches and trout-stocked lake, with a patchwork quilt of rolling Northamptonshire countryside beyond. On the

Parents were informed by the chair of trustees of Uppingham School on January 7th 2025 that Maidwell Hall will close at the end of July 2025, a decision 'driven by financial challenges that have proven insurmountable'.