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Rose Hill School[1]

Independent · ages 3–13

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Headline results

No headline results are published for this school in the latest two years.

Results

No published data for this school.

Ofsted

Inspected by
Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI)[2]

Inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), not Ofsted. ISI publishes its reports on its own website (isi.net), not as open data, so they aren't shown here.

Competition to get in

Admissions

Sibling policy
If a place becomes available in other year groups, the person at the top of the waiting list is invited to attend the school for taster day during which there will be assessments as above. Siblings and children of staff members are given priority. 2026-10-14[3]

Character & practicalities

Type
Other independent school[1]
Ages
3–13[1]
Boys / girls
Mixed[1]
Sixth form
No[1]
Boarding
No boarders[1]
Capacity
320[1]
Local authority
Kent[1]
Website
www.rosehillschool.co.uk[1]
Nursery classes
Has Nursery Classes[2]
Special classes
No Special Classes[2]
Section 41 (can be named in an EHC plan)
Not approved[2]
District
Tunbridge Wells[4]
Postcode
TN4 9SY[1]
URN
118951[1]

School details as recorded in Get Information About Schools on 14 Oct 2026.

Pupils

Number on roll
235 2024/25[5]
SEN support
37.5% 2024/25[5]
EHC plan
1.3% 2024/25[5]
Free school meals in the last 6 years
0% 2024/25[5]

Practicalities

Admissions contact
The admissions contact details for Rose Hill School include the provided URL, email, and phone number. 2026-10-14[6]
Occasional places
The school offers in-year places in other year groups for those relocating or changing schools mid-journey. 2026-10-14[7]

Routes to senior schools

No preferential route at 11+/13+
Pupils sit the senior schools' normal competitive entrance tests (Kent Test / ISEB Pre-Test / school exams); no guarantee. Our curriculum is strategically designed to guide pupils through the high-stakes demands of the 11+ Kent Test and the 13+ Common Entrance/Scholarship process. 2026-10-14[8]

In the inspectors' and the school's words

Academic
Through skilful questioning, teachers check pupils’ understanding and challenge their thinking so that pupils make good progress.[9]
Warmth
Supportive relationships between pupils and with adults help pupils develop the confidence to take risks and explore new ideas.[9]
Pastoral care
Leaders promote pupils’ wellbeing through the school’s caring ethos, clearly stated values and the school’s curriculum.[9]
Behaviour
Pupils behave well. They are respectful of adults and each other. Serious misbehaviour or bullying is rare and dealt with swiftly if it occurs.[9]
Learning support
Effective provision is in place for pupils who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).[9]
Enrichment
A wide-ranging programme of clubs and activities provides opportunities for pupils to explore and extend their interests and skills.[9]
Pupil voice
These groups are all active in making suggestions and putting in place actions for school and local community improvement. The pupil led anti-bullying committee is active in promoting initiatives to encourage inclusivity and friendship.[9]
Independence
Pupils become well-informed, independent thinkers who work effectively with others and on their own. by Year 7 pupils have the associated skills to pursue topics of their own interest which help them explore issues on a global scale.[9]
Collaboration
Teachers encourage pupils to listen to each other’s ideas and experiences.[9]
Structure
Staff across the school have high expectations for pupils’ behaviour. Staff apply the behaviour policy consistently.[9]
Diversity
English is an additional language for nine pupils.[9]
Sport
A comprehensive programme of physical activity is promoted through the curriculum and a wide variety of sports clubs and activities. Pupils regularly represent the school in sporting fixtures and competitions.[9]
Performing arts
There are many opportunities for pupils to develop their skills in performing and speaking through assemblies, school drama and musical productions.[9]

Sources

  1. Department for Education: Get Information About Schools: all establishments. Period 2026-10-14, published 2026-10-14. Publication page. Data file. Licence: OGL-3.0.
  2. Department for Education: Get Information About Schools: all establishments (independent schools' inspectorate and provision). Period 2026-10-17, published 2026-10-17. Publication page. Data file. Licence: OGL-3.0.
  3. e0f8912acd632f70b3e3.b-cdn.net: e0f8912acd632f70b3e3.b-cdn.net — 15a Admissions Policy 2026 (PDF). Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quote
    If a place becomes available in other year groups, the person at the top of the waiting list is invited to attend the school for taster day during which there will be assessments as above. Siblings and children of staff members are given priority. (p. 4)
  4. Office for National Statistics: Parish to Ward to Local Authority District (May 2026) Lookup in EW. Period 2026-05-01. Publication page. Data file. Licence: OGL-3.0.
  5. Department for Education: Compare School Performance download: School census. Period 2024/25, final. Publication page. Data file. Licence: OGL-3.0.
  6. rosehillschool.co.uk: rosehillschool.co.uk — Admissions. Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quotes (2)
    Phone: 01892 525591 (p. 1)
    Email: admissions@rosehillschool.co.uk (p. 1)
  7. rosehillschool.co.uk: rosehillschool.co.uk — Entry points. Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quotes (2)
    While most families join at 3+, 4+, 7+ or 11+, we also offer in-year places in other year groups. (p. 1)
    If you are relocating to the Tunbridge Wells area or looking to move schools mid-journey, our admissions team can: Advise on current availability Arrange a tour and taster day Work with teachers to ensure a smooth, supportive transition for your child (p. 1)
  8. rosehillschool.co.uk: rosehillschool.co.uk — Destination schools and results. Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quote
    Our curriculum is strategically designed to guide pupils through the high-stakes demands of the 11+ Kent Test and the 13+ Common Entrance/Scholarship process (p. 1)
  9. reports.isi.net: reports.isi.net document (PDF). Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quotes (18)
    A comprehensive programme of physical activity is promoted through the curriculum and a wide variety of sports clubs and activities (p. 10)
    Pupils regularly represent the school in sporting fixtures and competitions (p. 10)
    Supportive relationships between pupils and with adults help pupils develop the confidence to take risks and explore new ideas (p. 10)
    Through skilful questioning, teachers check pupils' understanding and challenge their thinking so that pupils make good progress (p. 3)
    Leaders promote pupils' wellbeing through the school's caring ethos, clearly stated values and the school's curriculum (p. 6)
    Pupils behave well. They are respectful of adults and each other (p. 10)
    Serious misbehaviour or bullying is rare and dealt with swiftly if it occurs (p. 10)
    English is an additional language for nine pupils (p. 16)
    Staff across the school have high expectations for pupils' behaviour (p. 3)
    Staff apply the behaviour policy consistently (p. 3)
    A wide-ranging programme of clubs and activities provides opportunities for pupils to explore and extend their interests and skills (p. 3)
    These groups are all active in making suggestions and putting in place actions for school and local community improvement (p. 12)
    The pupil led anti-bullying committee is active in promoting initiatives to encourage inclusivity and friendship (p. 10)
    Pupils become well-informed, independent thinkers who work effectively with others and on their own (p. 8)
    by Year 7 pupils have the associated skills to pursue topics of their own interest which help them explore issues on a global scale (p. 9)
    Teachers encourage pupils to listen to each other's ideas and experiences (p. 12)
    There are many opportunities for pupils to develop their skills in performing and speaking through assemblies, school drama and musical productions (p. 10)
    Effective provision is in place for pupils who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) (p. 3)