Head

The Hawthorns School is a thriving, co‑educational preparatory school for children aged 2 to 13, set in 35 acres of beautiful grounds in Bletchingley, Surrey. Renowned for outstanding pastoral care, excellent academic outcomes and a remarkable breadth of opportunity, The Hawthorns School offers a joyful, ambitious and deeply nurturing education in which children are encouraged to flourish and be themselves. In January 2025, The Hawthorns School joined the award‑winning Caterham Family of Schools, a values‑led group united by a shared commitment to educational excellence, innovation and joy in learning. Each school retains its distinctive identity, benefitting from the stability, collaboration and opportunity that come with being part of a wider charitable family. The Hawthorns has entered this next chapter from a position of strength, with an excellent reputation, a warm culture and a clear sense of purpose. This is an outstanding opportunity for an inspirational and forward‑thinking leader to build on these strong foundations and lead the school through its next phase of development. The Head of Hawthorns School will have both the autonomy and encouragement to shape the future direction of the school, supported by an Executive Head of Prep Schools, while contributing to the wider strategy and shared ambition of the Caterham Family of Schools.