ALUMNI AFTERNOON TEA: Friday 24th May from 2.30pm – 4.00pm. Learn more, here.

NEXT OPEN MORNING: Thursday 2nd May from 09.00 – 12.00. Book your place, here.

RECEPTION STAY, TEA & PLAY: Attend one of our fun-filled sessions this Summer term. Contact us to learn more.

Independent School in Hampshire

Our School is a happy and thriving learning environment for children aged 2 to 18. At the centre of our ethos is strong pastoral care, where each individual is treated with respect and dignity.

At Rookwood your child is encouraged to think and to question for themselves, allowing them to flourish from a very young age right through to sixth form.

Our school motto is ‘Sapere Aude’ which can be translated as ‘dare to know’ or ‘have courage to understand’ and it certainly captures the essence of our identity as a school.

About Rookwood School

News & Events

World Book Day at Rookwood School

Rook News Spring 2024

  Click the link below to view our newsletter. Rook News Spring 2024

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Swimming pool at Rookwood School

Spring Term Reflections: Celebrating achievements and looking ahead

  As I reflect on a very busy Spring Term, I do so with a great sense of gratitude to…

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Rookwood Turns 90

Rookwood School turns 90!

  This year, the school turns 90 and we are busy putting plans together to make sure we celebrate in…

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Example of artwork at Rookwood School

Examples of work – Art

  Each Friday during the term, we share an example of the pupils’ work. Watch the video below to see…

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Reception at Rookwood School

A term packed with enriching learning experiences

At Rookwood, our team work incredibly hard to deliver highly memorable learning experiences that not only engage and inspire our…

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Rotary Youth Speaks

Celebrating Spring Term excellence

We celebrate remarkable achievements in a number of areas this term, showcasing the exceptional talent and dedication of our pupils….

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Grease at Rookwood School

Audiences delighted by drama performances

Performing arts plays a vital role in our curriculum at Rookwood, nurturing creativity, self-expression, and teamwork. This term, the stage…

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Prep School Sport at Rookwood

From courts to pitches: Rookwood’s sporting journey this term

It has been a fantastic term of sport at Rookwood, both inside and outside of the classroom. In curriculum time,…

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Red Nose Day at Rookwood School

Rookwood School Raises Funds and Fun for Comic Relief

  On Friday 15th March, Rookwood School held a day of successful fundraising efforts to mark this year’s Comic Relief….

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Nursery School

Our youngest children begin their intrepid learning journey in Little Rooks, a happy, peaceful and nurturing setting. The early years are so important, as they provide the foundation for life; not just academically but socially and emotionally. We pride ourselves at Rookwood on developing the whole child within a stimulating learning environment, supported by caring staff dedicated to giving children the best start in education.

About Nursery

Two young children playing at Rookwood Nursery School in Andover, Hampshire.

Prep School

Our Prep School is small enough to ensure that each child is known to all members of staff and is valued as an individual. We know their likes and dislikes, what their strengths are and how we can best support them on their academic journey. Our children are encouraged to take advantage of the countless opportunities presented to them and to grow as individuals academically, socially and emotionally.

About Prep school

Children from Rookwood's Lower School are smiling whilst sat on a bench in the playground surrounded by other children.

Senior School

Rookwood’s senior school has a reputation for being a friendly and caring school which also achieves excellent exam results. Our nurturing approach is conveyed by staff, evident in the environment and reflective in the pupils’ wellbeing and progress.

Our pupils become resilient and capable learners, able to tackle life’s challenges with integrity and a generosity of spirit. At Rookwood, your child will become the best version of themselves.

About Senior school

Students from Rookwood School's Senior School participating in their geography lesson.

Sixth Form

Our newly launched sixth form offers superb levels of support, both in and out of the classroom. Small class sizes, supportive clinics and excellent teaching maintain an environment where each student is able to be the best that they can be academically.

Alongside our excellent pastoral care, our proactive approach to tracking, monitoring and communications provides a safety-net for all our students. Our sixth form offers flexibility and variety, with a guaranteed choice from a range of 24 A-levels.

About Sixth Form

Rookwood School's sixth form students chat on a bench outside in the school's garden in Andover, Hampshire.

Boarding

Boarding at Rookwood is a unique experience and is refreshingly different from traditional boarding.  Our boarding houses are very much ‘homes from home’, which provide a secure and familiar environment to enjoy being with friends and make use of the school facilities for evening activities.  With excellent adult:child ratios, our houseparents get to know each boarder as an individual, providing the strong pastoral care for which Rookwood boarding is renowned.

ABOUT BOARDING

Rookwood boarding school students sit chatting on a bed in the boarding accommodation.

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In our prospectus, you'll find more information about the school, the facilities and what it's like to be part of the Rookwood family.

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A year 2 Rookwood School student studies a globe in geography class.

Latest developments at Rookwood School

Read our latest Head's Blog to learn about our latest developments.

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Swimming pool at Rookwood School