News & Events

Children’s Mental Health Week

Children’s Mental Health Week 5th – 11th February 2024   We have certainly embraced and celebrated Children’s Mental Health Week 2024 at Sherborne House School!   The calendar year started off with us being awarded the prestigious AcSEED award for our approach and school ethos towards wellbeing and mental health; which we are thrilled to receive….

AcSEED Accreditation ~ Something to Celebrate!

We are delighted to share that Sherborne House has been granted the AcSEED accreditation for our commitment to emotional well-being and mental health. After 18 months – 2 years of work, collating a significant amount of evidence, we are very proud to be the first independent  school in Hampshire to be recognised for this award….

Service, Advocacy and Charity ~ Mrs Cripps

Last week we launched our most recent charity appeal on behalf of Romsey-based Baby Necessities. A non-profit organisation, the charity was launched in 2020, during the pandemic. The charity aims to alleviate the financial pressures of new parents facing hardship, by providing baby items no longer needed or by collecting donations of toiletries and basic supplies….

Education Buzzwords Explained

As you navigate your child’s education you will likely encounter complex language, specialist terms, and one too many acronyms! As parents, you want to be fully informed in order to best support your child, but this can be daunting when you are unfamiliar with the language used in letters home, in your child’s conferences, in…

Liam Spillane and Forest School

It is time to shine the light on our Forest School expert, Liam Spillane, fondly known as Mr S. Since Mr S joined us in August, he has used every opportunity and spare minute to bring our Forest School woodland area to life! Used every week, the area sees after school enrichment sessions for two…

Friends of Sherborne House ~ FOSH

As a school, we are very fortunate to be supported by an excellent parent committee, Friends of Sherborne House, fondly known as FOSH. With thanks to all the support, donations and voluntary help from our whole parent body, the last year in particular has been one to celebrate for FOSH. As an extended thank you…

New Head Announcement

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Mrs Cordelia Cripps as Head of Sherborne House School from September 2023. Cordelia is a highly accomplished education leader and has significant experience of senior leadership roles in UK and international settings. Cordelia is currently the deputy Headteacher at the school, so already has been central to…

The importance of your child’s first three years at school

The quality of a child’s education undoubtedly has a lasting impact on the rest of their life. But how important are their first three years at school? A child’s early years are the foundation for their future development, providing a strong base for lifelong learning abilities, including cognitive and social development. The quality of a…