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 | £34 (half day) |
| Afternoon | 12.30 pm – 3.30 pm | £34 (half day) |
| Lunch – includes 1 hour provision | 11.30 am - 12.30 pm | £161 per term, for each weekday the child is provided lunch. |
Early Years Funding available for half day sessions, not redeemable against lunchtime session.
* Funding applications for pupils aged 2 years, 8 months 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 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
*Boarding fees include Saturday School for Years 5 – 8, all meals, snacks, curricular trips and most group activities on-site.
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) |
| Emotional Literacy Support (ELSA) | £20.00 (per half hour) |
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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) |