Hazlegrove Preparatory School
Yeovil, Somerset · BA22 7JA
Hazlegrove is a well-established co-educational boarding and day preparatory school set in rural Somerset, serving pupils from age 3 to 13. The school positions itself as a nurturing country prep school rooted in traditional values, with modern facilities and a strong emphasis on pastoral care within a family-like boarding environment. Located near Yeovil, it feeds pupils into senior schools including King's Bruton (its senior partner within the King's Bruton Foundation) and other independent schools nationally.
- →Boarding option with flexi-boarding flexibility for families seeking countryside prep school experience
- →Small, family-focused pastoral environment emphasising individual care and development
- →Strong academic grounding combined with extensive co-curricular offerings in sport, music, drama and outdoor education
Who thrives here
Pupils who thrive in a rural, pastoral boarding environment; those seeking traditional prep school values with individual attention; families wanting the security of a tight-knit school community.
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Contact & visit
Hazlegrove House, Sparkford
Yeovil, Somerset
BA22 7JA
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Frequently asked questions
How do you get into Hazlegrove Preparatory School?
Hazlegrove Preparatory School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Hazlegrove Preparatory School a boarding school?
Hazlegrove Preparatory School offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Hazlegrove Preparatory School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Hazlegrove Preparatory School “Excellent” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Nurturing, family-like boarding environment with strong pastoral care
✓Beautiful rural setting encouraging outdoor learning and personal development
✓Excellent facilities and active co-curricular programme
Common concerns
!Rural location may limit accessibility for some families; Ofsted not yet inspected (as of knowledge cutoff) limiting independent validation