Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools
URN: 110127 • Thatcham RG18 9UL
Overview
- Name
- Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools
- URN
- 110127
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 44.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Fleming (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01635200293
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Marlston House, Thatcham RG18 9UL
Summary
Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools, located in Thatcham, Berkshire, is an independent preparatory school catering to boys and girls aged 2 to 13. The school employs a unique 'diamond model' of education, offering single-sex teaching from Year 3 to Year 7 while maintaining a co-educational environment for extracurricular activities. This approach is designed to address the different learning styles of boys and girls, fostering confidence and academic success.
With a capacity of 400 pupils, the school currently has 323 students enrolled, providing a nurturing environment that encourages personal growth and exploration. The curriculum is complemented by a robust co-curricular programme, offering up to 80 activities each afternoon, and a flexible nursery that operates 51 weeks a year. The school emphasizes the importance of family time, with no Saturday classes, and provides various boarding options to accommodate different family needs.
Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools pride themselves on their long-standing tradition of excellence, being the oldest family-owned prep schools in England. The beautiful 500-acre estate offers ample opportunities for outdoor learning and adventure, contributing to a well-rounded educational experience.
With a capacity of 400 pupils, the school currently has 323 students enrolled, providing a nurturing environment that encourages personal growth and exploration. The curriculum is complemented by a robust co-curricular programme, offering up to 80 activities each afternoon, and a flexible nursery that operates 51 weeks a year. The school emphasizes the importance of family time, with no Saturday classes, and provides various boarding options to accommodate different family needs.
Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools pride themselves on their long-standing tradition of excellence, being the oldest family-owned prep schools in England. The beautiful 500-acre estate offers ample opportunities for outdoor learning and adventure, contributing to a well-rounded educational experience.
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Nearby alternatives
- Priors Court School (59.9)
- Downe House (46.7)
- Priors Court School (45.2)
- Service for Alternative Curriculum 14 - 19 (45.2)
- The Priory Centre (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- West Berkshire
- Age range
- 2 - 13
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 400
- Pupils
- 323
- Boys
- 166
- Girls
- 157
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1929-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 323 | 166 | 157 | 400 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 343 | 177 | 166 | 400 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 243 | 123 | 120 | 360 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 243 | 123 | 120 | 360 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 244 | 128 | 116 | 360 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 250 | 131 | 119 | 360 | 0.00 |
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