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Heath Mount School

Co-ed
Church of England
Pre-Nursery - Year 8 (Ages 2-13)
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Heath Mount School is an independent, co-educational prep school situated in a rural, idyllic woodland setting near Watton-at-Stone, Hertfordshire. Located on the Woodhall Estate, the school occupies a Grade I listed Georgian mansion surrounded by 40 acres of parkland. It caters to pupils aged 2 or 3 to 13, offering day and boarding options. The school claims to foster a nurturing environment, promoting wellbeing and a broad curriculum that balances academic rigour with enrichment opportunities. Its ethos is underpinned by values such as Integrity, Industry, Resilience, Respect, and Acceptance.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Flexi Boarding
Ad-Hoc Boarding

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Last updated on 11 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

+9.7%

Heath Mount School's fees are 9.7% higher than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+21.9%

Heath Mount School's fees are 21.9% higher than the county average.

Based on 24 schools in Hertfordshire and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Founded:1796
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 56%/44% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 10.2% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 500 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:311069
Registered Company No.:00983758
Associations:
Bursaries offered: Yes
Means-tested financial support is available for new applicants from Year 3 upwards, existing pupils facing changed circumstances, and for short-term hardship. Eligibility is assessed by an external company considering income, assets, and family size.
Sports Facilities:
Playing Fields
Football Pitch
Rugby Pitch
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Astroturf Pitch
Netball Courts
Sports Hall
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
Cricket Grounds
Cross Country Course
Other Facilities:
Dance Studio
Drama Studio
Forest School
Health Centre
Kiln
Library
Music Studio
Theatre
Wellbeing Suite

Contact Information

Address

Heath Mount School, Woodhall Park, Watton-at-Stone, Hertfordshire, SG14 3NG

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General Enquiries

01920 830230

Admissions

01920 832916