All Hallows School
School summary
All Hallows School is a small independent prep school in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, taking children from the early years through to age 13. With around 248 pupils, it offers a notably intimate setting, and the option of boarding alongside day places gives families flexibility. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school "good" overall, while singling out pupils' personal development as "excellent" - a sign of the emphasis placed on character and pastoral care.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 7 October 2025
Teaching & academics
As a prep school finishing at 13, All Hallows prepares pupils for the next stage of their education in senior and boarding schools. The ISI's "good" judgement points to sound teaching, and the school supports a sizeable proportion of pupils with special educational needs - nearly a quarter of the roll - suggesting individual learning needs are taken seriously within its small classes.
Head · Dr Trevor Richards
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 24.19%
- EHC plans
- 2.02%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £9,825 - £19,635
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £25,920 - £29,700
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A small, family-feel prep with boarding on offer and genuine strength in personal development. Worth a look for parents seeking a nurturing start through to age 13.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.