A leading independent prep school in Somerset, offering excellence in education for 2-13 year olds
Since 1946 our rural setting has shaped and defined the education we provide. It’s set out in our mission statement as this historic estate, with 28 acres of fields, formal gardens, and woodland, gives children time and space for a full education. In part this means spending time outside – the health benefits of which […]
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Our Autumn Term LAMDA (London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art) Acting Examination results make for impressive reading. Overall, our pupils achieved six Distinctions and seven Merits. Four of which were for Grade 5, making Eliza, Albert, Xanthe and James the first pupils (since 2019) to have reached this level. LAMDA lessons are a great […]
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We were delighted to welcome Adam Dance MP to the school on Friday. It was a packed schedule which started with fish and chips in the Grundy Hall, where Adam was joined by the four Year 8 pupils (pictured) who stood as candidates during our school ‘mock election’ in June. Adam then witnessed a debate in […]
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Our Year 7 pupils had a fun and highly educational week in France at Maison Claire Fontaine, while developing their language skills and learning about French history and culture. They spent the entire week speaking French – whether that was while shopping in local markets, playing Pétanque, enjoying craft activities, taking part in team challenges […]
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This week, Year 6 had the privilege of hearing from local Magistrate Mary Ellis, who gave an insightful talk about the justice system. The children learned about the role of magistrates, the difference between Crown and Magistrate Courts, and how everything works in practice. It’s all gearing them up for the Mock Trial in November […]
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We are delighted to confirm that Mark Davis, a former professional cricketer and experienced coach, has joined Perrott Hill. He’ll be working with small groups as a development opportunity for experienced players. Speaking of his appointment, Mr Sheldon, Director of Sport said, “We currently have six players training with the Somerset County winter squad, and […]
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The whole school gathered today to celebrate Ian’s 60th birthday, and the significant role he’s played at Perrot Hill over the last 30 years. As Mr Silk said in his address. “It’s easy to take what Ian does for granted, as so much of it happens behind the scenes. “But whether it’s driving the school minibus, […]
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We are delighted to announce that in recognition of our commitment to welcoming international boarders to Perrott Hill we have won the BSA Supporting Excellence Award 2024 for Belonging and Inclusion Initiative Award. This award represents our ongoing efforts to work directly with agents, and schools to increase our international community welcoming pupils from far […]
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After welcoming fifteen children from Beijing to Perrott Hill Prep School at the start of the Spring Term, the group has gone from strength to strength and returned for the Summer Term, with equal amounts of energy and enthusiasm. The children who are aged between nine and thirteen have travelled to the UK, many for […]
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The House Poetry Recitations last Friday were truly impressive, with excellent performances of some classic, new and personal poems. All the pupils effectively used intonation, emphasis, tone and their own style to deliver the poems, featuring winning recitations of ‘Nick the Naughty Nicker’, ‘The Dragon in the Cellar’, ‘Boogy Woogy Buggy’ and ‘Not Now Nigel’. […]
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