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Spring Grove SchoolHarville Road, Wye, TN25 5EZ, Kent01233 812337 |
office@springgroveschool.co.ukwww.springgroveschool.co.uk |
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| School type |
Co-educational Day Preparatory & Nursery |
| Founded | 1967 |
| Head of School | Mrs Therésa Jaggard |
| Co-ed Age Range | 2-11 years |
| Number of pupils | 223 |
| Number of boys | 102 |
| Number of girls | 121 |
| Day fees per annum | £10,455 - £14,715 per annum |
| Teacher/Pupil ratio | 1:6 |
| Associations | IAPS, ISC, Forest School Association |
Spring Grove is a happy, family school for boys and girls aged 2-11 set in 14 acres of beautiful Kent countryside. The school is located in Wye, between Ashford and Canterbury, and close to the high-speed train link into London. As an independent Prep school it prepares children for both grammar and senior independent school entry and scholarships.
In February 2023, inspectors from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) found that the quality of the pupils' academic and other achievements was 'excellent', and the quality of the pupils' personal development was also 'excellent' - the highest grades achievable in an ISI inspection.
The teaching and learning at Spring Grove is research-led and innovative, with a growth mindset that encourages curiosity, resilience and a love of learning. Spring Grove pupils are happy and confident, and the school is renowned for its friendly atmosphere.
Spring Grove Nursery, which caters for children from the age of 2 to 4, is on the same site as the Prep school, and while it is a safe and separate space, the preschool children benefit from sharing staff and facilities with the older children in the school. The Nursery also has its own beautiful walled garden where the children play all year round.
Outdoor learning is integral to the Spring Grove curriculum, and all children from Nursery upwards regularly visit Forest School, situated on a permanent site near Wye. The school has an active pupil-led Eco Committee, and is a Green Flag school.
The creative and performing arts are also an important part of everyday life for all Spring Grove children with specialist music, dance and art teachers. Pupils have regular opportunities to perform in concerts, assemblies and shows. Spring Grove was recently awarded Artsmark Gold in recognition of its excellent arts provision – a quality standard for schools that is accredited by Arts Council England.