Fees & Bursaries
Bursaries
Bursaries for children of the clergy or serving members of the armed forces are awarded. A small number of means-tested highly discretionary bursaries are also available to support pupils who would otherwise be unable to come to, or stay at, OBH.
Sibling Discounts – A 10% reduction of the school fee is offered to parents for the youngest sibling, while all three children are at school at the same time.
Military Personnel Discount – a 20% reduction of the school fee is offered for children of actively-serving military personnel. You may also be entitled to Continuity of Education Allowance (CEA) from the Ministry of Defence for boarding placements – please contact the MOD for more details. For further information about Scholarships, Bursaries or Sibling Discounts please contact our Registrar, Kate Walmsley on 01449 740252 or email [email protected]
Fees
Applicable taxes: All of the fees and supplemental charges are exclusive of any taxes which will be added (where applicable)
Nursery Fees
| Session | Time | Cost £ |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | 8.00 am – 11.30 am | £32 (half day) |
| Afternoon | 12.30 pm – 3.30 pm | £32 (half day) |
| Lunch – includes 1 hour provision | 11.30 am - 12.30 pm | £14 per session |
Early Years Funding available for half day sessions, not redeemable against lunchtime session.
* Funding applications for pupils aged 3 and ends the following term of their 5th Birthday.
Pre-Prep Fees
| Year | Cost £ (Per Term) |
|---|---|
| Reception, Years 1 & 2 | £4,666 |
Early Years Funding available for reception fees, not redeemable against lunchtime sessions.
*Funding ends the following term after their 5th birthday.
Prep Fees
*Day and Boarding fees include Saturday School for Years 5 – 8, all meals, snacks, curricular trips and most group activities on-site.
| Year | Cost £ (Per Term) |
|---|---|
| Year 3 | £6,649 |
| Year 4 | £7,339 |
| Years 5 & 6 | £7,999 |
| Years 7 & 8 | £8,157 |
Boarding Fees
Transitional boarding reservations are payable in advance each term, for fixed specified nights. The full amount is payable whether occupied or not. Occasional additional nights can be added at a nightly rate.
Full Boarding
*Includes a reserved bed every night, including weekends, during term time.
*Transitional Boarding 2 to 5 Nights. Please contact the school office for a full list of prices.
| Year | Cost £ (Per Term) |
|---|---|
| Year 3 | £10,375 |
| Year 4 | £11,065 |
| Year 5 | £11,725 |
| Years 6-8 | £11,883 |
International Full Boarders
| Year | Cost £ (Per Term) |
|---|---|
| Year 4 | £11,877 |
| Years 5 & 6 | £12,537 |
| Years 7 & 8 | £12,695 |
Optional Charges
| Option | Cost |
|---|---|
| Learning for Success one to one support | £28.50 (per lesson) |
| English as an Additional Language | £28.50 (per lesson) |
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Private Music/Tennis/Drama/Dance Lessons *Music Exams by arrangement |
Enquire for individual costs |
| Evening Activities & Supper 17:40–19:30 | £11.31 (per evening) |
| Bus Routes – Single Journey |
£6.79 (per journey) Saffron Walden, Hempstead & Colchester: £10.18 (per journey) |