At Holmwood House, we spark curiosity and ignite wonder in each and every child, allowing them to develop individuality, confidence and tenacity to reach their true potential…
1922
Holmwood House
was founded
25
Acres of beautiful
grounds
330
Current pupils
aged 6 months -13 years
40
Extra-curricular
opportunities
During Holmwood’s STEM Fortnight, Year 7 students eagerly embraced the Colchester Zoo STEM Challenge: Designing an Enclosure. Their journey began with a captivating visit to Colchester Zoo, where they researched the innovations and fundamentals of enclosure design and learnt more about their “Zoo of the Future” vision. The pupils returned to school brimming with ideas and newfound knowledge and set...
Preschool 3 Preschool 3 have been very busy completing lots of activities based around St Patrick’s Day. We have decorated some Irish flags using various different textures. We all took part in a treasure hunt where we collected pots of gold, rainbows and some leprechauns! We also had a visit from Mr Connelly where he showed us some lovely photos...
Cyclones, munchkins, witches and wizards, a yellow brick road and an emerald city: Years 6&7 welcomed us to Oz, where anything could happen and a huge amount did, most of it involving a little girl called Dorothy, her three unforgettable companions – the scarecrow, the tin woodman and the lion – and one very wicked witch! Huge congratulations to all...
The first few years of a child’s life are the most formative and crucially shape the adult they grow up to be. At Holmwood House we understand that early exposure to Character Education has long lasting effects and lays the foundation for pupils to succeed in school and become positive contributors to society Why is Character Education in the Early...
Last weekend 2 teams of Year 8 pupils took part in the World Scholar’s Cup. The World Scholar’s Cup started in Korea in 2007 and is global. It is an academic tournament that is a bit different from traditional academic competitions and conferences: it’s a celebration of the joy of learning, an enrichment opportunity that motivates students not just to...
“Holmwood for me is unique in recognising the individuality of every child and working to develop each individual’s strengths.”
“Set in extensive grounds and with facilities that rival some secondary schools”
“Pupils make excellent progress in all areas of the curriculum and experience considerable success in a wide range of activities”
“Boarding is done so well, the children absolutely love it!”
151 Coach Road, Great Horkesley,
Colchester,
Essex CO6 4DX
T: (01206) 273 827
E: nurserymanager@holmwood.house
Chitts Hill, Lexden,
Colchester,
Essex CO3 9ST
T: (01206) 574305
E: office@holmwood.house