Transformative education

At Hanford, we believe education can define the future.

We firmly believe in the power of the Hanford experience to shape our pupils for the rest of their lives. We are a unique community in which academic rigour is balanced with creativity and a celebration of all-things outdoors. Ours is a warm and family-like atmosphere where children are given space to be themselves.

Our focus is on developing the character of every pupil, so they value themselves, respect others, and care for the world around them. Through individualised learning and a celebration of everyone’s talents, we instil self-confidence and foster creativity.

By putting community at the very heart of our ethos, we help girls understand their responsibilities and fulfil their potential. They grow together, knowing they are part of something bigger. And by the time they move on to their next adventure, they feel ready for anything.

The Sherborne difference

As part of the Sherborne Schools Group, we are uniquely placed to enrich our pupils’ learning experience by accessing an array of additional resources and opportunities.

More importantly, we understand our place in a larger network of learning and becoming – meaning our girls look beyond Hanford even as they find their place in the heart of our nurturing community. We believe the future is there to be embraced. By attending to our girls’ development as whole people with distinctive talents, we prepare them to thrive, to approach life with enthusiasm, and to make an impact wherever they go. It is a unique privilege to lead Hanford Prep as we form young people for a flourishing future. Please join us as, with our partner schools, we seek to be the difference in education, character formation, and society.

Hilary Philips
BA BEd Head