A co-educational independent day preparatory school in Tonbridge.

Hilden Oaks independent preparatory school is situated in the historic town of Tonbridge in Kent and provides a happy, secure and rich learning environment for boys and girls up to age 11. From Kindergarten through to Prep the children at Hilden Oaks thrive on a balanced curriculum designed to promote academic achievement, self-confidence, independence, co-operation and a high standard of behaviour. With small class sizes and dedicated staff the pupils are treated individually, developing their natural abilities and achieving their full potential. Pre-School Department ICT Suite Beyond the classroom pupils are given the opportunity to develop new skills and take part in many activities including sports, drama, music, numerous clubs and school outings. The school prides itself on its caring family atmosphere where the children are happy and keen to learn. This can be fully appreciated by a visit to our school in Tonbridge, Kent. We look forward to welcoming you to Hilden Oaks preparatory school and hope you enjoy visiting our website. Pre-Preparatory Department Preparatory Department  School News SEVERE WEATHER POLICY IF THE SCHOOL HAS TO CLOSE FOR ANY REASON, THE BULLETIN BOARD IN THE COLUMN ON THE LEFT OF THIS PAGE WILL BE UPDATED. In case of snow or icy road conditions, the school will usually remain open for pupils. If parents decide that it is not safe or practical for their child to attend school, we ask that they contact the School Office. Children may be collected from school early if parents feel that this is appropriate. ALL CLUBS, INCLUDING LATE FACILITIES, WILL BE CANCELLED IF THERE IS SNOW AT ANY POINT DURING THE SCHOOL DAY. In the event of closure, our website will be updated and local radio stations will be notified. Parents will also be notified by Quickamail. KMFM 96.2, 101.6 http://resources.thekmgroup.co.uk/Schools/ BBC Radio Kent 96.7, 104.2 http://news.bbc.co.uk/local/kent/hi/ Heart Radio 103.1, 102.8 http://www.heartkent.co.uk/ Twitter Follow HildenOaks on twitter... http://twitter.com/HildenOaks Emergency announcements will also be made there. Please note that while we will anounce on our website and twitter that we are open if conditions have been bad, the radio stations do not generally announce that schools are open. VISITING HILDEN OAKS If you are interested in seeing what Hilden Oaks has to offer you and your family, please call the school office to make an appointment to visit, or attend one of our Open Days. Our next Open Days will be held as follows: Friday 26th February 2010 - 1.30 to 3pm Saturday 27th February 2010 9.30am to 12 noon Friday 21st May 2010 - 1.30 to 3pm Friday 8th October 1.30 to 3pm Saturday 9th October 9.30am to 12 noon The whole school (Nursery, Pre-School and Reception to Year 6) will be open on both days. A full list of Open Day dates is kept up to date on our Calendar page. CELEBRATION BURSARIES As a celebration of 90 years of excellence at Hilden Oaks, we are delighted to offer bursaries to girls and boys with academic potential born between September 2003 and August 2004 - Year 1 in 2009/10 and Year 2 in 2010/11. Awards may be taken up in 2009 or 2010. Bursaries are available every year for pupils with academic potential entering Year 3. Please contact the school office for more information or to arrange a visit.