Saint Ronan's School

Since 2024, Joe Lewis. First headship. Previously senior housemaster at Millfield and before that, housemaster, head of English, cricket master and head of careers and general studies at Pangbourne College. Grew up in, and loves, all-consuming

From age 2+ into nursery, for either mornings or full days, with a minimum of three sessions or two full days per week. Taster days for children joining year 1 upwards, including ‘soft assessments through informal observation in lessons’ to ensure

Between 10 and 20 per cent leave at 11+ for Cranbrook Grammar. The rest go at 13+ to 60+ schools, the most popular of which are King’s School Canterbury, Hurst and Benenden. In 2025, 45 scholarships.

Flexi and weekly only — families can cherry pick their nights, most commonly two a week. This carousel cast of boarders means the dynamic is always fresh, say parents. ‘Great way to make friends,’ say children. Even younger prep pupils have dipped

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

Means-tested bursaries available. Sibling discount for third child (if all are at the school). Academic, music, art and DT, performing arts and sport awards worth 10 per cent.

Deep in the heart of the weald of Kent nestles the school’s 247-acre estate, once owned by the inventor of the Oxo cube. All the ingredients are here: a towering cedar tree that introduces the Victorian mansion surrounded by thick woodland. Inside,

A welcoming family school in a resplendent setting where children can be children. Developing happy, well-rounded characters ready to thrive is their game. It’s about getting outdoors and embracing opportunities, without compromising academic