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St Mary's Hare Park School

St. Mary’s Hare Park is a Roman Catholic Independent School and Nursery, established as a Charitable Trust under the management of the Board of Trustees. The school was founded to provide education for Roman Catholic children, however, the school has a rich, multi-cultural tradition and the Trustees will consider applications from families of other denominations/religions who are willing to support the ethos of the school.

HaveringPre PrepCo EdAges 3–11Day146 pupils
Day fees
£6,810
How competitive entry is
Taster Day + ObservationCompetitive entry
Pupils
146
Founded
Next deadline
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Our take

Independent co-ed prep school in Essex for ages 2–11. Selective entry, other ethos.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • Families looking for a prep school covering ages 2–11.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Families who value a other ethos in school life.
  • Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
Watch-outs
Know before applying
  • Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
  • The other ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
  • SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
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About the head

Facta Non Verba — Actions Not Words

Roman Catholic Independent School and Nursery welcoming pupils of all faiths aged 2–11. Pastoral care described as exceptional; fully inclusive and welcoming nature.
Roman Catholic ethos; inclusive, multicultural tradition; Action not Words (Facta non verba)

Activities & co-curricular

sport

PE

music

OrchestraChoir

drama

ISA Shakespeare Monologue CompetitionDramaLAMDA Examinations (Performance & Communication)

academic club

Environmental StudiesComputing

other

PTA Disco

Facilities

sports

Two acres of school grounds

arts

School Hall

boarding

All-day Nursery facility with rest/sleep area

academic

Grade II Listed 'Old House' (Early Years and younger Infants)

Latest exam results

Outcomes
100
pass rate for ISEB exams
6awarded their first…

We are absolutely delighted and very proud of the with our Year

Recent coverage

St Mary's Hare Park School recently held its Harvest Festival in October 2023, with generous contributions from families supporting the event. The school also participated in the Wear It Pink day on October 20, 2023, raising awareness for breast cancer. There are no other notable updates or achievements reported for 2024–2026.

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Open dayPassed
Sun, 15 Mar 2026Open Morning March 2026
Registration opensPassed
1 Sept 2025
Registration closesPassed
31 Mar 2026
Bursary deadlineNot published
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AssessmentNot published
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InterviewNot published
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OffersNot published
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Acceptance deadlineNot published
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Registration windows
YearOpensClosesReply byStatus
2026-271 Sept 202531 Mar 2026TBCClosed

Open events

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Fees

£6,810per year · Day · 2025 · est. (3 x term)
VAT-inclusive estimate £6,810VAT status TBCYear 7-13 projection £54,287
vs London avg (£24,000)72% below

Bursaries & Scholarships

Excerpts

While some independent schools choose to sit SATs, they are not required to do so and the UK government does not collect or publish their results.

Latest results
Latest results

This is an independent school and therefore does not have Key Stage 2 SATs results. While some independent schools choose to sit SATs, they are not required to do so and the UK government does not collect or publish their results. Find out more. Teaching & learning 16 Average...

Mobile phone policy

A clear mobile phone policy is a really important part of modern schooling. This school has provided us with their policy.

Wellbeing

Pastoral care is exceptional. It is reflected in the totally inclusive and welcoming nature of the school. It has a significant impact on the lives of both staff and pupils. Pupils are happy at the school and are fulsome in their appreciation of the love and care they receive." ISI Report & Diocese of Brentwood Section 48 Report Read Full Welcome Message

Inspection

Isi 25 Nov 2025

3 inspection reports on file.

Standards met
  • Isi · Routine Inspection14 Oct 2025
  • Isi · Routine Inspection11 Feb 2025
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Term dates 2026-27

autumn3 Sept 2026Not yet published
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summerNot yet published9 Jul 2026
summerNot yet publishedNot yet publishedHalf-term 25 May 2026–29 May 2026

Where pupils go 2023 · 19 offers

Brentwood Independent School
3 offers
Brentwood School3 scholarships (Academic)
3 offers
The Sacred Heart of Mary Convent High School
3 offers
Chelmsford County Grammar High School for Girls
3 offers
New Hall Catholic School2 scholarships (Academic)
2 offers
Southend Grammar School for Boys
1 offer
Chigwell School
1 offer
King Edward VI Grammar High School for Boys
1 offer
The Campion Catholic School
1 offer

Policies & documents

Schools like St Mary's Hare Park School

Ranked by semantic similarity across curriculum, ethos, intake and admissions style. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

71%

St Mary's School Ascot

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St Mary's School, Hampstead

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£11,925 – £25,560
70%

Eastcourt Independent School

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Fees TBC
69%

Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery

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Woodford Green Preparatory School

Redbridge · Prep · Ages 3–11
Fees TBC

Questions parents ask

Common questions about St Mary's Hare Park School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is St Mary's Hare Park School best for?+

Independent co-ed prep school in Essex for ages 2–11. Selective entry, other ethos.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.

Are fees published?+

Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.

Does the school support SEND?+

SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has identified needs, contact admissions early to discuss capacity.

Are there open days?+

3 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

email at office@stmarysharepark.co.uk or phone on 01708 761220. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

What similar schools should I compare?+

We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to St Mary's Hare Park School — see the "Schools like St Mary's Hare Park School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 14 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

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