An Independent Co-educational
Preparatory School
For Children Aged 2-11
Russell House
When you first arrive at our friendly prep school near Sevenoaks in Kent, you will be struck by the attractiveness of our grounds, from the smart frontage to the sweeping views of North Downs to the rear.
Combined with the warmth of the welcome from our staff and children, you will quickly realise that Russell House is a family school with a very special atmosphere; a calm, secure, happy environment based on respect for each other and our environment.
Outdoor Learning
Outdoor Learning
Our beautiful grounds and outdoor classroom spaces add an extra dimension to children's learning – and to their love of school.
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Results
We have an impressive track record of success in examinations for independent and grammar school entry at 11.
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From science to art, music to sport, children achieve exceptional levels of achievement in a happy environment which develops curiosity, confidence and a love of learning.
Sports
Sports
Children take part in a wide range of sports. Individuals and teams are encouraged to achieve at the highest levels within school and at county and national events.
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Pastoral Care
Happy children learn. That's why we place such emphasis on our warm, friendly environment, in which children feel confident and safe.
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Science
Children discover for themselves the thrill of scientific discovery through hands-on experiments in our well-equipped Science Centre.
Find Out MoreBehaviour is exemplary, and this enables pupils to flourish at this school. This is a significant strength.
ISI Report Oct 2023Individuality
Individuality
Every pupil is recognised as an individual. Their unique range of skills, talents, educational strengths and interests are identified and nurtured.
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Music
Music is integral to life at Russell House. We provide a high-quality musical education to engage and inspire pupils.
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Sport reports: Autumn 2026
Sport reports on recent fixtures, as written by Russell House players.
Continue ReadingHalloween and hibernation
This week’s topics in Russell Robins were hibernation/nature and Halloween. As the Old Hall was in u…
Continue ReadingYear in Review
So incredibly, here we are again to celebrate together all that Russell House stands for and its man…
Continue ReadingSpooky spiders
Another fantastic week full of learning in Nursery. We have been doing all things spooky and autumna…
Continue ReadingHibernation fascination
It’s been a week of hibernation fascination this week in Transition! As the weather has felt very au…
Continue ReadingPedalling with purpose
Earlier this term, the staff pulled together for the first of our charity adventures. Working in a s…
Continue ReadingVisiting a real castle
This week in Form 1, the children have loved exploring the topic of castles. In preparation for our…
Continue ReadingA time to be loud
Form 2 performed a wonderful assembly of The Gruffalo! They spoke so clearly and confidently and eve…
Continue ReadingFollowing instructions
This week, Form 3 have been learning about instructions. They have been using time words, imperative…
Continue ReadingSimiles and smiles
Form 4 have been focusing on poetry this week in English. They discussed a variety of poetry and loo…
Continue ReadingBuilding excitement
As we approach the half-term break, the children have carried on at full speed in the classroom and…
Continue ReadingPlanning and organising
On Monday, Form 6 travelled to London to visit the Science Museum, as part of their studies on the t…
Continue ReadingPre Prep
Ages 2 – 5Our Pre-Prep classes are happy, friendly and fun, providing the best possible start for your child's education.
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Ages 5 – 11We encourage children to join in and aim high to reach exceptional levels of achievement in every aspect of school life.
Visit Main SchoolUpcoming Events
Hockey, U10/11 C v Hazelwood (H)
ISEB English and Maths, am
Hockey, U10/11 A & B v Caterham Prep (A), 2.30pm
Football, U10/11 A & B v Hilden Grange (A)
Football, U10/11 C v Hilden Grange (H)
RHPA AGM (online), pm
Football, U8 A & B v Sevenoaks Prep (H)
Hockey, U8/9 A & B Lingfield College Tournament (A – East Grinstead Hockey Club)^
ISEB Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning, am
Football, U9 A & B v Sevenoaks Prep (A)
F2, F4 & F6 Swimming
District 2 Heads Meeting, 9.00am
⭐ Welcome back to the Autumn Term, everyone. We love to celebrate our pupils` achievements, both in School and extra-curricular events and activities. Well done on all your fantastic achievements over the first half of the Autumn Term, we look forward to seeing what you`ll do next!
🏅🏆 #DoGreatThings #raisingremarkablechildren #remarkablethinking #remarkablepeople #remarkablefutures
Russell House School raises remarkable children – remarkable thinkers, remarkable people, ready for remarkable futures.
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Russell Wrens is open for Autumn Term bookings.
Bring your little ones (under 2) along for play, songs and new friends, for babies and grown-ups alike. Monday afternoons in Otford, Sevenoaks.
Every session supports the Neonatal Unit at Tunbridge Wells Hospital @mtw_nhs_trust
Book now via the link in bio.
🏑 ⚽ 🔴🔵🟢🟡 The last day of the first half of the Autumn Term sees our four Houses competing in our annual Inter-House Hockey and Football Tournament. An afternoon of fine autumnal sunshine and energetic matches culminated in 🟡 Johnson winning the football trophy and 🔴 Nightingale winning the hockey trophy. Thank you to all our wonderful supporters who came out to cheer the children and their Houses on. #teamwork #raisingremarkablechildren #remarkablethinking #RemarkablePeople #remarkablefutures
⭐ Welcome back to the Autumn Term, everyone. We love to celebrate our pupils' achievements, both in School and extra-curricular events and activities. Well done on all your fantastic achievements over the first half of the Autumn Term, we look forward to seeing what you'll do next!
🏅🏆 #DoGreatThings #raisingremarkablechildren #remarkablethinking #RemarkablePeople #remarkablefutures
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Russell Wrens is open for Autumn Term bookings.
Bring your little ones (under 2) along for play, songs and new friends, for babies and grown-ups alike. Monday afternoons in Otford, Sevenoaks.
Every session supports the Neonatal Unit at Tunbridge Wells Hospital MTW NHS Trust
Book now via the link in bio.
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