The New Beacon School
A boys' preparatory school in Sevenoaks, Kent, The New Beacon takes pupils from age four through to thirteen, preparing them for the next stage of their education. With 293 boys on the roll, it is a deliberately small school, and a pupil-to-teacher ratio of around eight allows for close attention to each child. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school excellent, including for pupils' personal development, and found that it met all compliance requirements. Boarding is available alongside day places.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 9 November 2023
Teaching & academics
The favourable staffing ratio of roughly eight pupils per teacher gives staff scope to know boys well and pitch teaching accordingly. The ISI's top rating speaks to a settled academic environment, and a notable 43 per cent of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a school accustomed to helping a broad range of learners. Academic scholarships are offered, providing recognition and encouragement for able boys.
Head · Mrs Sarah Brownsdon
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships in drama, sport and music sit alongside the academic awards, pointing to a school that values achievement beyond the classroom. These wider opportunities give boys room to develop interests and talents across the arts and games.
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 43%
- EHC plans
- 1.02%
Mobile phone policy
Pupils are not allowed a mobile phone. If they bring one to school they hand it in to the school office when they arrive.
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £16,707 - £24,678
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A small, close-knit prep school for boys in Sevenoaks, with strong inspection results and a genuine breadth of support and opportunity. Worth a look for families wanting individual attention and a clear path towards senior school.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.