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The Elms School
Independent school · Herefordshire, County of
| Address | Colwall, Malvern, WR13 6EF |
|---|---|
| Ages | 3–13 |
| Pupils | 156 |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Boarding | Boarding school |
| Phone | 01684540344 |
| Website | https://www.elmsschool.co.uk |
Term dates
Source: school website · checked 2026-10-16
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2026-27
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn 1 | Thu 3 Sep 2026 | Fri 16 Oct 2026 |
| Autumn 2 | Mon 2 Nov 2026 | Sat 12 Dec 2026 |
| Spring 1 | Wed 6 Jan 2027 | Thu 11 Feb 2027 |
| Spring 2 | Mon 22 Feb 2027 | Thu 25 Mar 2027 |
| Summer 1 | Wed 21 Apr 2027 | Fri 28 May 2027 |
| Summer 2 | Mon 7 Jun 2027 | Fri 9 Jul 2027 |
Exeats: Fri 25 Sep 2026 to Sun 27 Sep 2026, Fri 20 Nov 2026 to Sun 22 Nov 2026, Fri 22 Jan 2027 to Sun 24 Jan 2027, Fri 12 Mar 2027 to Sun 14 Mar 2027, Fri 30 Apr 2027 to Mon 3 May 2027, Fri 18 Jun 2027 to Sun 20 Jun 2027
Prep dates. Term begins for day children and new boarders (returning boarders arrive 7pm the evening before). Half terms and exeats begin after school (3.45pm EYPP / 4.15pm Y5-8) on the stated day and end Sunday 7pm; second halves listed from the following Monday. Autumn term ends Fri 11 Dec for EYPP and Sat 12 Dec after the morning Carol Service for the Prep (used). Spring ends 12pm/12.30pm. Summer ends after Prize Giving.
2027-28
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn 1 | Wed 8 Sep 2027 | Fri 15 Oct 2027 |
| Autumn 2 | Mon 1 Nov 2027 | Fri 10 Dec 2027 |
Exeats: Fri 24 Sep 2027 to Sun 26 Sep 2027, Fri 19 Nov 2027 to Sun 21 Nov 2027
Autumn Term 2027 only, marked PROVISIONAL. Returning boarders Tue 7 Sep 7pm. Term ends after Carol Service.
Fees 2026-27
Fees per term (including VAT).
| Year group | Fee |
|---|---|
| Nursery 5 full days/week (per week) | £297.00 |
| Reception Day | £3,840.00 |
| Year 1 Day | £4,575.00 |
| Year 2 Day | £5,090.00 |
| Year 3 Day | £6,425.00 |
| Year 4 Day | £7,570.00 |
| Year 3 & 4 Full boarding | £11,300.00 |
| Year 5 & 6 Day | £9,125.00 |
| Year 5 & 6 Full boarding | £12,845.00 |
| Year 7 & 8 Day | £9,890.00 |
| Year 7 & 8 Full boarding | £13,610.00 |
Registration fee: £240.00
Deposit: £500.00
Fees inclusive of VAT except where indicated (flexi-boarding £52 per night excl VAT). Nursery is charged per week (4 days £237.60, 3 days £178.20, 2 days £118.80). Registration fee £240 for Reception and above (none for Nursery); acceptance deposit £500 day, £1000 boarding (fees-and-deposits page). Day fees include lunches and, for Year 3+, early drop-off and after school clubs. Armed forces: CEA top-up to 10% parental contribution; non-CEA forces discount stated as 10% in the PDF but 20% on the web page.
Source: school fees page
Admissions
Entry points: Early Years provision from the age of three
Non-selective. Start with an enquiry or visit (coffee with the Head and a tour), then register so the child is placed on the list for their year group. The child attends a taster day or boarding taster; joining follows completion of an acceptance form. Children can join at various points in the year, subject to availability.
- Taster day or boarding taster (no entrance examination)
Offers bursaries.
Source: school admissions page
School bus routes
| Route | Areas served | First pick-up |
|---|---|---|
| Minibus service (five routes) | Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire |
Cost: £2 per journey
Source: school transport page
School details from the Department for Education's register (Open Government Licence). Term dates from the school's own published calendar; always confirm with the school.