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Sevenoaks Family of Schools

Exceptional beginnings.
A world of opportunity.

Inspiring children aged 2½ to 18 to grow into confident, curious and
globally minded young people.

our vision

The Sevenoaks Family of Schools brings together distinctive schools united by a shared commitment to educational excellence, intellectual curiosity and personal growth.

Inspired by shared values, ambition and educational leadership, we help children develop into confident, curious and globally minded young people, ready to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Our focus

We focus on educational excellence and the qualities young people need to adapt, thrive and contribute in a changing world.

Curious minds – nurturing inquisitive minds and a lifelong love of learning.
Character and flourishing – developing confident, resilient and self-aware young people.
Service and purpose – fostering kindness, empathy and a commitment to making a positive contribution to others.
Global outlook – helping children understand and engage with an increasingly interconnected world.
Extraordinary opportunities – expanding horizons through exceptional experiences beyond the classroom.

introducing the family

Sevenoaks School, Bickley Park School and Solefield School are together shaping the next generation of confident, curious and globally minded young people ready to make a difference in the world.

Bickley Park School

For over 100 years, since its foundation in 1918, Bickley Park School has retained its reputation for being an outstanding preparatory school. Today, the warm and friendly, family orientated, co-educational Prep School prides itself in exploring, identifying and celebrating the strengths of every child, no matter where they lie. A school with a truly broad and balanced curriculum at its heart, which gives every child the opportunity to shine.

solefield school

Solefield School is an academic day preparatory school in the heart of Sevenoaks for around 200 children aged 3 to 13 years. Founded in 1948, Solefield became co-educational in 2024, following the successful opening of Little Acorns co-educational pre-school. Both boys and girls benefit from Solefield’s very small classes, a personalised curriculum and a 100% pass rate at 13+, exceptional 11+ results and scholarships to senior schools.

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learning together

A recent area of collaboration within the Family is the development of outdoor learning. Sevenoaks School played a key role in helping to create Solefield’s new Forest School, which has quickly become a much loved space for exploration and discovery.

Solefield pupils enjoy regular sessions in the woodland environment, where they learn through hands-on experiences such as identifying leaves, studying habitats and, of course, spending time in the ever popular mud kitchen.

This partnership extends beyond the site itself. Each Thursday, a dedicated Sevenoaks service group visits the Forest School to support activities and work alongside the younger pupils. The older students help to guide nature based learning, encourage curiosity and confidence outdoors, and model positive leadership and teamwork.

This shared approach to outdoor learning not only enriches the pupils’ experience but also strengthens the sense of community across the Sevenoaks Family of Schools.

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What is the Sevenoaks Family of Schools?

The Sevenoaks Family of Schools brings together three well-established and respected independent schools with closely aligned values. It has been created to share expertise and resources, while supporting the long-term strength of each school. Its aim is to enrich opportunities for pupils and create an environment where every child can flourish academically and personally.

Which schools are members of the Sevenoaks Family of Schools?

What are the benefits to pupils and families of being part of the Sevenoaks Family of Schools?

Being part of the Sevenoaks Family of Schools provides reassurance of a strong and sustainable future for independent education in our region. Pupils will benefit from shared expertise and wider opportunities to enrich their learning and personal development, whilst continuing to receive a first-class education, with each school maintaining its own approach and ethos.

Will school fees change?

Will the admissions process at Sevenoaks School change?

Sevenoaks School’s admissions process will remain the same. Sevenoaks School will continue to welcome applications from a wide range of prep and primary schools, locally, nationally and internationally, recognising the value of a diverse student body.

Hear from the Heads

“In an era where educational choice is more important than ever, this merger is designed to offer a broader, more cohesive, and more resilient approach to independent schooling.”
Jesse Elzinga - Headmaster, Sevenoaks School

“By joining forces, we are uniting three leading independent schools with a shared vision of providing the highest standard of education, with the flexibility to meet the diverse needs of all our students.”
Jesse Elzinga - Headmaster, Sevenoaks School

“Collaboration between our schools means a blending of the best practices from each institution. This includes sharing expertise in areas such as teaching, pastoral care, and facilities, to create a richer, more diverse learning environment for students.”
Helen McClure - Headmistress, Solefield School

“Together, we will continue to uphold the values that have defined our schools - academic rigour, character development, and a commitment to nurturing the individual needs of every child.”
Helen McClure - Headmistress, Solefield School

“The longstanding and warm relationship Bickley Park has with Sevenoaks School is the perfect foundation for a collaboration of this sort and sets us in good stead to deepen the synergy of our shared values, academic excellence and exceptional pastoral care, foundations on which we will continue to build.”
Tom Quilter - Headmaster, Bickley Park School

“Driven by a shared vision centred on educational excellence and kindness, we are delighted to be joining the Sevenoaks Family of Schools. Together, we will continue to deliver the highest standards of education, combined with the flexibility to meet the needs of every pupil.”
Tom Quilter - Headmaster, Bickley Park School

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Sevenoaks
Family of Schools

Exceptional beginnings.
A world of opportunity.

our vision

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