Fees are charged per term across three terms a year. Nursery is charged by the session, starting at £4,123 per term for 5 sessions a week and rising to £8,234 per term for 10 sessions a week, plus a £82 one-off session rate. Fees for Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 are £9,229 per term, and fees for Years 3 to 6 are £9,427 per term. A full breakdown is available in our current fees list.
Orchard House School Fees
Orchard House uses a termly payment structure for fees, with three terms per school year. Nursery fees start from £4,123 per term (VAT-exempt) and are charged by session, while fees for Reception through to Year 6 are £9,229–£9,427 per term (VAT-inclusive) and cover school lunches as well as most trips.
You can find details about our private school fees below as well as any Wraparound care costs, sibling discounts and any funding options (for eligible families).
If you’re considering Orchard House, we encourage you to visit us at one of our upcoming open mornings or apply for a place directly. Families can also find more information and support on our bursary programme.
| FEES PAYABLE PER TERM | |
| NURSERY (Minimum 5 Sessions) | (Mornings or Afternoons) |
| 5 sessions each week | £4,123 |
| 6 sessions each week | £4,940 |
| 7 sessions each week | £5,764 |
| 8 sessions each week | £6,587 |
| 9 sessions each week | £7,411 |
| 10 sessions each week | £8,234 |
| One-off Nursery session | £82 |
| Reception, Years 1 & 2 | £9,229 |
| Years 3, 4, 5, & 6 | £9,427 |
Please note:
- All fees listed above are inclusive of VAT (with the exception of Nursery school fees, which are VAT-exempt).
- We welcome Nursery pupils for a minimum of 5 sessions per week, with the option to choose between mornings or afternoons.
- Our fees INCLUDE a hot home-made lunch (salad and vegetarian alternatives available) and most excursions during the school day (but not residential trips).
Wraparound Care
For families needing childcare beyond regular school hours, we provide Wraparound Care and activities for all children from 7:30–8:30 AM each morning and 3:30–6:00 PM after school. We provide a fun and engaging experience, with a variety of activities and games for the children to enjoy.
Children joining before school Wraparound Care will be given a light breakfast.
Children joining after school Wraparound Care are offered a snack when they arrive at Wraparound Care.
| FEES PAYABLE PER SESSION (2025 fees. 2026 fees TBC) | |
| Morning session ( 7:30–8:30 am) | £10 |
| Afternoon session (3:30–6:00 pm) | £19 |
| Afternoon Session (3:30–6:00 pm) booked half-termly in advance | £16 |
Clubs and Peripatetic Music Lessons
We also offer a wide range of before and after-school clubs, including Sports, Arts, Academics, and more, ensuring there is something for everyone! (Additional charges apply).
Individual Music Tuition: We provide individual music lessons with our Peripatetic teachers, taken during school hours. Payments for these lessons are managed directly with the Peripatetic teachers.
15 Hour Free Childcare
- We offer the 15-hour free childcare government funding, giving all 3-to 4-year-olds the opportunity to benefit from our high-quality education and care. We manage the funding application on your behalf before the start of the term. The funded amount will be deducted from your termly fee.
- If you are a working parent of a child aged three to four, you may be eligible for an additional 15 hours of funding. For more information on the 30-hour childcare funding, please contact fees@orchardhs.org.uk.
- For information about the Local Authority grant and other Government schemes to help reduce fees click here.
Sibling Discount
When two children from the same family are enrolled, a 10% sibling discount will be applied to the tuition fees of the younger child.
For families with two or more children attending the school, a 5% discount will apply to the tuition fees of the youngest (third) child and a 5% discount to subsequent children.
The discount will be automatically deducted from the termly invoice.
Eligibility:
- The Sibling Discount is applicable to siblings accepted as full fee-paying pupils.
- Siblings must meet all standard admission criteria.
Application:
- The discount will be applied based on each sibling’s year of enrolment.
- The entitlement to the sibling discount will continue as long as there are siblings enrolled in the school simultaneously. The school will not continue to offer the sibling discount if the pupil becomes the only child left in the school.
Additional Costs
- Registration fee: £120 (or £100 for Nursery applications, as Nursery fees are VAT-exempt). This fee is non-refundable.
- Acceptance deposit: £3,000 is payable upon acceptance of a place at the school. This is returned when your child leaves the school, subject to the school having received payment of all sums due to it, including fees in lieu of notice where required.
Further Information
- Monthly payment scheme available. A monthly payment scheme is also available. For more details, please contact the Finance Team: fees@orchardhs.org.uk.
- Limited number of means-tested bursaries are available from the Orchard House School Educational Trust (OHSET). You can find more information about this HERE.
- Fees list available HERE.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the school fees at Orchard House, broken down by year group?
Are Orchard House School fees inclusive of VAT?
Fees for Reception through to Year 6 are inclusive of VAT. Nursery fees are VAT-exempt, in line with government rules on early years childcare provision.
How much does Wraparound care cost?
Wraparound care is charged per session. Morning sessions (7.30–8.30am) cost £10, and afternoon sessions (3.30–6pm) cost £19, or £16 per session if booked half-termly in advance. Full details of our Wraparound provision are available on our Wraparound & Clubs page.
Is early years funding available at Orchard House School?
Yes. We offer the government’s 15-hour free childcare funding for all 3- to 4-year-olds, which we apply for on your behalf, with the funded amount deducted from your termly fee. Working parents of 3- to 4-year-olds may also be eligible for an additional 15 hours (30 hours total) — contact fees@orchardhs.org.uk for details. Families may also wish to check eligibility for Local Authority and other government schemes.
Are bursaries available for families who need financial support?
Yes. A limited number of means-tested bursaries are available through the Orchard House School Educational Trust (OHSET). Visit our bursary programme page for eligibility criteria and how to apply.
Is there a discount for siblings?
Yes. Families with two children at the school receive a 10% discount on the younger child’s tuition fees. Families with three or more children receive a 5% discount on the third child’s fees, and 5% on each subsequent sibling. The discount is applied automatically and continues for as long as siblings are enrolled at the same time.
What other costs should I budget for, beyond termly fees?
A one-off, non-refundable registration fee applies (£120, or £100 for Nursery applicants, as Nursery fees are VAT-exempt), along with a £3,000 acceptance deposit payable once a place is offered, which is returned when your child leaves the school, subject to all outstanding fees being settled.
