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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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