Pownall Hall School
Wilmslow, Cheshire · SK9 5DW
Pupils
320
Day fees
£12k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Pownall Hall is a co-educational independent day prep school serving children aged 6 months to 11 years in Wilmslow, Cheshire. The school emphasizes small class sizes, individual attention, and a balance between academic ambition and pastoral warmth. It positions itself as a feeder to leading senior schools, with a philosophy grounded in knowing each child well and supporting their social, emotional and academic development.
- →Small class sizes enabling personalized teaching and individual attention
- →Strong pastoral care and wellbeing culture with a calm, purposeful environment
- →Effective preparation for entry to leading independent senior schools
- →Hands-on leadership by Headmaster Goulbourn embedded in daily school life
Who thrives here
Families seeking a nurturing prep environment where children are known individually and supported to develop confidence and independence alongside solid academic progress. Suits pupils who benefit from smaller groups and a relational, warm approach to learning.
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Contact & visit
Carrwood Road, Wilmslow, Cheshire
Wilmslow, Cheshire
SK9 5DW
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Pownall Hall School?
Day fees at Pownall Hall School are approximately £12,435 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Pownall Hall School?
Pownall Hall School admits pupils at 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Pownall Hall School a boarding school?
Pownall Hall School is a day school in Wilmslow and does not offer boarding.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Children are genuinely known and cared for as individuals
✓Warm, supportive environment that balances academic challenge with childhood enjoyment
✓Effective preparation for entrance to leading independent senior schools
✓Strong pastoral care and wellbeing culture reduces unnecessary stress
✓Hands-on, accessible leadership creates consistency and trust
Common concerns
!School is not yet Ofsted-inspected, so independent quality validation is pending
!Day-only model means no boarding continuity for families seeking flexibility
!Annual fees not published, limiting transparency for prospective families