Broomfield House School

Focus

Combining tradition with modernity

Day fees 2024/25

$27,200 (incl. VAT)

Pupils

178

Ages

3–11

Spear’s Review

‘Lo here is fellowship’ is the motto of Broomfield House School. It was coined by the first known headmistress of the school, Miss Sara Eliza Mead, who was a rumoured descendent of King Charles II. The school was established in 1876 and is the oldest private school in Kew. 

Broomfield’s history has been preserved in the school’s existing infrastructure, but it has made significant advancements in its modernisation. Its computing studio has recently replaced its PCs with iPads and it now looks to invest in a ‘forward-thinking IT lab and STEM space’. 

Parents have responded positively to Broomfield’s ethos of combining tradition with modernity. One parent enthuses that ‘the staff are professionals and know very well the needs of each child at school’. 

Senior school destinations

Students go on to independent secondary schools including St Paul's, The Lady Eleanor Holles School and Wimbledon High School. 

Head teacher

Adam Anstey has been the headmaster of Broomfield House School since February 2023. Over the past 17 years he has held a number of leadership positions in day and boarding schools, in settings from early years to A-Level, in the state and independent sectors. He holds a PGDE from the University of Aberystwyth, a NPQSL from Edge Hill University and, most recently, completed the University of Buckingham’s senior leadership programme. He is also a fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching. Before moving to London, he was the director of IT at Sherborne Prep School.

Admissions

The primary entry point is the Nursery class, which begins in the September following a child’s third birthday. Offers are extended in the autumn term prior to the year of entry. Priority is given to younger siblings, children of alumni and staff, as well as those attending Broomfield's sister nursery, Riverside Nurseries. Children entering the pre-kindergarten class are guaranteed progression into the Kindergarten (Reception) class the following September.

For all other year groups, there is a waiting list for admission.

Broomfield does not assess children joining the Early Years or Transition classes. However, those entering Year 2 and above will be invited to a trial morning, where they will engage in gentle assessments, participate in lessons, and enjoy lunch and break times with their prospective classmates.

Accessibility

Heathrow Airport: 25 minutes

Location

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