Handel House Preparatory School

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Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

Progress 8 score 40.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

Progress 8 score 25.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score 20.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
Continue in education or training 20.0%
Sustained employment 20.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training 40.0%
Sustained employment 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS

Address: The Northolme

Gainsborough, DN212JB
Phone: 1427612426
Website: handelhouseschool.com

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 120733
Type: Other independent school
Phase: Independent
Address: The Northolme, Gainsborough, DN21 2JB
Website: www.handelhouseschool.com
Age range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
School status: Open
Capacity: 90 pupils
Setting: Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form: No
Nursery: Yes

School Performance Data

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School Demographics

Total Pupils: 45

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 2 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 5; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 45 pupils; 3-11

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Child-centred Small class sizes Family atmosphere Traditional values Personal, social and citizenship education Community involvement Excellent academic standards

Head Teacher's Message

A Welcome message from the Headteacher/Proprietor notes Handel House Preparatory School has a 170-year history, aims to provide the best learning opportunities, has highly-qualified staff, and a personalised approach leading to a 100% pass rate for local grammar school admission. The school emphasises traditional values within a modern context, a family and caring environment, and invites visits to learn more.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Stay and Play (MFR) Stay and Play (JV) Stay and Play (MR) Young Voices 11+ Sessions

Sports

Football Rugby Netball Hockey Cricket Rounders Athletics Swimming

Facilities

Victorian building

Curriculum Highlights

English: reading fluently and with understanding; younger pupils follow reading schemes; progress to free reading; writing with grammar and spelling; speaking and listening; 'Eisteddfod' poetry and drama; Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar. Foreign Languages: studied from Year 1; minimum 60 minutes per week; languages include French, Russian or German. IT: computing as part of timetable; use of various software and hardware; supports writing and research. Maths: structured maths scheme; calculators and software; differentiation; practical and investigative maths; First Mathematics Challenge (Years 3-4) and Primary Mathematics Challenge (Years 5-6). Music: play keyboard, flute, recorder and guitar; public performances; termly concerts. Science: nurture curiosity; develop practical skills; observing, recording, generalising, choosing apparatus and conducting fair tests. Sports: participation in a variety of sports; PE/Dance taught by a qualified teacher; Gainsborough Trinity Foundation supports EYFS/Year 1; Years 2-6 bus opportunities in football, rugby, netball, hockey, cricket, rounders, athletics and swimming; opportunities to represent the school in fixtures. EYFS: Nursery and Kindergarten for ages 3-5; term-time sessions; free places for eligible 3 and 4 year olds for up to 30 hours per week. Pre-Preparatory: KS1 (Years 1-2) focus on Numeracy and Literacy; second language introduced; foundation for collaborative learning. Preparatory: KS2 (Years 3-6) broad curriculum; preparation for 11+; small classes; emphasis on written and spoken language, Maths and Science; languages including French, German, Russian and Latin. Extra Curricular Clubs and Activities 2025: Stay and Play, Fitness Training, Young Voices, 11+ Sessions (after-school activities schedule).

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Early Bird facility (08:00-08:30) is available daily (book in advance). After School Club (15:30-16:30) is offered. Stay and Play sessions (after school) run at 15:40-16:30. 11+ sessions are also listed as after-school activities, with Stay and Play and other after-school options noted.

Admissions Criteria

Handel House is non-selective. Entry involves informal assessments on arrival (including reading, mathematics and a free writing task) and behaviour assessment. A Flightpath tracker is used to maximise each pupil’s attainment. Many pupils aim for local grammar schools; others join independent senior schools or local academies. An offer follows a probational period of one term. A registration fee of £150 applies (£75 deducted from final term’s fees). Registration is not applicable for Nursery or Kindergarten pupils who are in receipt of government funding.

Financial Information

Fees 2025-2026 (all fees are based upon a 3 term school year): Years 3,4,5 & 6 – £2,175; Years 1 and 2 – £2,100; Kindergarten (Full Time) – £1,950; 4-5 years Nursery (Part Time) – £8.00 per hour. Early Bird (08:00-08:30) – £4.00 per session; After School Club (15:30-16:30) – £8.00 per session. Fees are payable termly in advance and are not refundable for absence. Fees shown include VAT where applicable. The school is in receipt of nursery funding for three and four year olds; where funding is not received, then fees apply.