Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools
An independent prep school taking children from ages 3 to 13, Brockhurst and Marlston House offers both day and boarding places on its site in Thatcham, West Berkshire. With around 323 pupils, it is a small school, and its most recent Independent Schools Inspectorate review awarded the top rating of 'excellent' for both education and personal development, alongside full compliance with regulatory standards. More than one in five pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a setting attentive to a range of learning needs. Led by Head David Fleming, it suits families wanting a close-knit prep environment with the option of boarding.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 7 October 2025
Teaching & academics
The school was judged 'excellent' by the ISI, the inspectorate's highest grade, indicating consistently high standards across teaching and pupil progress. As a prep school covering ages 3 to 13, its work is geared towards preparing children for the next stage of their education. The notable proportion of pupils on SEN support points to a school used to tailoring its approach to individual learners.
Head · David Fleming
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 21.05%
- EHC plans
- 1.24%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £13,350 - £22,200
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £23,100 - £30,600
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.