An Independent Co-educational
Preparatory School
For Children Aged 2-11
Russell House
When you first arrive at our friendly prep school near Sevenoaks in Kent, you will be struck by the attractiveness of our grounds, from the smart frontage to the sweeping views of North Downs to the rear.
Combined with the warmth of the welcome from our staff and children, you will quickly realise that Russell House is a family school with a very special atmosphere; a calm, secure, happy environment based on respect for each other and our environment.
Outdoor Learning
Outdoor Learning
Our beautiful grounds and outdoor classroom spaces add an extra dimension to children's learning – and to their love of school.
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Results
We have an impressive track record of success in examinations for independent and grammar school entry at 11.
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From science to art, music to sport, children achieve exceptional levels of achievement in a happy environment which develops curiosity, confidence and a love of learning.
Sports
Sports
Children take part in a wide range of sports. Individuals and teams are encouraged to achieve at the highest levels within school and at county and national events.
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Pastoral Care
Happy children learn. That's why we place such emphasis on our warm, friendly environment, in which children feel confident and safe.
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Science
Children discover for themselves the thrill of scientific discovery through hands-on experiments in our well-equipped Science Centre.
Find Out MoreBehaviour is exemplary, and this enables pupils to flourish at this school. This is a significant strength.
ISI Report Oct 2023Individuality
Individuality
Every pupil is recognised as an individual. Their unique range of skills, talents, educational strengths and interests are identified and nurtured.
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Music
Music is integral to life at Russell House. We provide a high-quality musical education to engage and inspire pupils.
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Colourful fireworks
This week’s topics in Russell Robins were Fireworks, Exploring Colour and Diwali. We collected our s…
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The children arrived at school on Monday to discover that our dinosaurs had come to life! We found t…
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So incredibly, here we are again to celebrate together all that Russell House stands for and its man…
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It has been a pleasure to welcome Transition back to Russell House after the half term. It was lovel…
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The children bounced back into school after the half term break full of energy and raring to go! The…
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Earlier this term, the staff pulled together for the first of our charity adventures. Working in a s…
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In English, the children brainstormed adjectives to describe fireworks. They then wrote a sensory po…
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In science, Form 3 have been learning about how to stay healthy. They have learned about the differe…
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On Monday, the Form 6 children took part in an evening of stargazing, with Mr McCarthy and Mrs Carn….
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After a restful break over half term, Form 7 has settled back into the routine of the school timetab…
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Form 5 have started their new humanities topic on Europe, which has already generated plenty of exci…
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Form 4 have come back to school refreshed and ready to learn. In English, they have begun reading a…
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Ages 2 – 5Our Pre-Prep classes are happy, friendly and fun, providing the best possible start for your child's education.
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Ages 5 – 11We encourage children to join in and aim high to reach exceptional levels of achievement in every aspect of school life.
Visit Main SchoolUpcoming Events
F2, F4 & F6 Swimming
District 2 Heads Meeting, 9.00am
F1 Swimming
Nursery Trip to Otford Library, 9.15am
F3 Parent Consultations*
Hockey, U10 v Hilden Oaks (H)
Football, U10/11 A, B & C v St Michaels (A)
F2 Parent Consultations*
Hockey, U11 v Hilden Oaks (A – Longmead Stadium)
Main School Remembrance Assembly, 10.50am
F6 Parent Consultations, Russell Hall*⏷
F6 & F7 Primary Maths Challenge
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our outstanding, aspirational day school as a Teaching Assistant with Games. Full-time (term time) permanent position. Required from ideally January 2027 or later for the right candidate.
CLOSING DATE for applications: 4.30pm, Thursday 19th November 2026.
Interviews will be held in the week of 23rd November 2026. For more information and to apply, please visit our website (link in bio or in comments on this post).
🏑 ⚽ 🔴🔵🟢🟡 The last day of the first half of the Autumn Term sees our four Houses competing in our annual Inter-House Hockey and Football Tournament. An afternoon of fine autumnal sunshine and energetic matches culminated in 🟡 Johnson winning the football trophy and 🔴 Nightingale winning the hockey trophy. Thank you to all our wonderful supporters who came out to cheer the children and their Houses on. #teamwork #raisingremarkablechildren #remarkablethinking #remarkablepeople #remarkablefutures
⭐ Welcome back to the Autumn Term, everyone. We love to celebrate our pupils` achievements, both in School and extra-curricular events and activities. Well done on all your fantastic achievements over the first half of the Autumn Term, we look forward to seeing what you`ll do next!
🏅🏆 #DoGreatThings #raisingremarkablechildren #remarkablethinking #remarkablepeople #remarkablefutures
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our outstanding, aspirational day school as a Teaching Assistant with Games. Full-time (term time) permanent position. Required from ideally January 2027 or later for the right candidate.
CLOSING DATE for applications: 4.30pm, Thursday 19th November 2026. Interviews will be held in the week of 23rd November 2026. For more information and to apply, please visit russellhouseschool.co.uk/about-russell-house/vacancies/
🏑 ⚽ 🔴🔵🟢🟡 The last day of the first half of the Autumn Term sees our four Houses competing in our annual Inter-House Hockey and Football Tournament. An afternoon of fine autumnal sunshine and energetic matches culminated in 🟡 Johnson winning the football trophy and 🔴 Nightingale winning the hockey trophy. Thank you to all our wonderful supporters who came out to cheer the children and their Houses on. #teamwork #raisingremarkablechildren #remarkablethinking #RemarkablePeople #remarkablefutures
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⭐ Welcome back to the Autumn Term, everyone. We love to celebrate our pupils' achievements, both in School and extra-curricular events and activities. Well done on all your fantastic achievements over the first half of the Autumn Term, we look forward to seeing what you'll do next!
🏅🏆 #DoGreatThings #raisingremarkablechildren #remarkablethinking #RemarkablePeople #remarkablefutures
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