Northbourne Park is a school where every child can flourish, achieve and find joy. Meet the Head Teacher, Mark Hammond, and learn about our vision, mission and values.
Head Teacher's welcome
Northbourne Park is a genuinely unique school, where our core values are lived out by staff and pupils every day of the week. From our outstanding Nursery and Pre-Prep, right through to the Prep School and Section Française Bilingue, Northbourne Park is an environment where each and every child can flourish, achieve and find joy.
We are passionate about protecting childhood for as long as possible. We are intentional in limiting screen time, actively fostering real relationships and connecting deeply and meaningfully with the great outdoors. Children at Northbourne Park are able to climb trees, build shelters and cook on open fires as a regular part of their free play and structured curriculum.
At the same time, whether pupils are preparing to take the Kent Test at 11, sit Common Entrance at 13, take Cambridge English Language exams or study for the CNED, children at Northbourne Park gain confidence through inspirational teaching. Children's outcomes at the end of the Early Years Foundation Stage are far above national norms and we consistently achieve excellent pass rates in a range of exams, gaining regular and numerous scholarships to a range of top senior schools. We enjoy an excellent track record of winning places at children's first choice senior school, locally, nationally and internationally.
We are passionate about sport, music, drama and art and aim to give every child the opportunity to develop enjoyment and skill across a broad curriculum offer.
Northbourne Park is a safe and nurturing environment with a real family atmosphere. Pupils are well-known for their excellent manners, their good conduct and respect for others. Our outstanding boarding facilities provides a home-from-home for both UK and overseas boarders; we are globally minded whilst being rooted locally.
I hope that you enjoy browsing our website and social media pages, and take the opportunity to visit for a personal tour.
Mark Hammond
Head Teacher