At HCS, we are committed to delivering exceptional value for money, ensuring affordability, and broadening access to our education. Our aim is to provide a values-driven, future-focused, and transformative learning experience that equips our pupils to succeed and thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
In July 2024, the Government announced the introduction of VAT on independent school fees. To help mitigate this additional cost for our families, the Governing Board has approved a discretionary discount of 2.5% on the Spring and Summer term fees for this academic year. This discount is available to families affected by the VAT charge on the tuition and boarding fee. It is based on the estimated VAT reclaim the School can recover during the financial year. Please note that the availability and percentage of this discount may vary annually, depending on financial circumstances and recoverable VAT.
FEES & CHARGES 2024-25
The fees detailed below are inclusive of VAT and the discretionary discount has been applied. Please note that we expect the fees for the next academic year to be published in April.
Registration Fee (Reception to Year 12): £90*
Deposit: £180 (refundable subject to terms and conditions)
Bursary fund contribution (Year 7 to Year 12 only): £300*
*non-refundable
Junior School & Nursery Tuition Fees
| Nursery | Details available on request |
| Reception | £3,732 per term |
| Year 1 and Year 2 | £3,960 per term |
| Year 3 | £5,088 per term |
| Year 4 to Year 6 | £5,187 per term |
Senior School & Sixth Form Tuition Fees
| Year 7 | £6,581 per term |
| Year 8 and Year 9 | £6,875 per term |
| Year 10 to Year 13 | £6,908 per term |
DOMESTIC BOARDING FEES
For Years 9 to 13:
| School fees (tuition & boarding) | £12,446 per term |
| School lunches (no VAT) | £243 per term |
| Transport to and from school, Mon-Fri termtime (no VAT) | £360 per term |
| Total | £13,049 per term |
inTERNATIONAL BOARDING FEES
Please download details of international boarding fees here.
Optional extras
Payment of fees
Insurances and refund scheme
Music tuition
All fees and charges are reviewed annually by the Governing Body and updated on the website prior to implementation.
School fees are charged in advance and, if paid termly, are due on or before the first day of term.
The School reserves the right to make a surcharge in the case of late payment, full details are contained in the Parent Contract.
