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United Kingdom — Cheshire

Terra Nova School

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel — Close to Alderley Edge
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Annual Fees$ 4,445 – $ 6,224
Ages2 – 13

Terra Nova School is an international school in Crewe, United Kingdom. Founded in 1933. It serves 242 students for students aged 2–13. Annual tuition ranges from $4,445 to $6,224 USD.

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Location & Getting There

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Close to Alderley Edge
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NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 1933
Year Founded
242
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available

Key Details

Accreditations
BSA
Languages of Instruction
English

Academic Performance

Standards Met
ISI

ISI Inspection Report

Terra Nova School meets all applicable Independent School Standards. The inspection found strong cohesive leadership that prioritizes pupil wellbeing, effective teaching enabling good progress across a broad curriculum, and a nurturing environment with well-established safeguarding practices. The careers programme in Years 7 and 8 requires development to better enable pupils' awareness of future pathways.

ISI Standards
Met
Key Strengths
Leaders work cohesively with governors to ensure standards are met consistently
Leaders prioritize pupils' wellbeing and develop nurturing relationships
Pupils experience a broad, ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum
Teaching is effective because teachers are responsive to individual pupils' needs
Pupils who have SEND are well supported to make good progress
Fair and transparent processes ensure high standards of behaviour and prompt response to bullying
Pupils have well-developed understanding of how to look after their emotional and physical health
The school's nurturing ethos successfully encourages pupils to become active citizens
Pupils who board are looked after in a caring and stimulating environment with warm relationships with staff
Safeguarding is a key feature with effective training and regular dialogue between leaders and staff
Areas for Development
Review the provision for careers education in Years 7 and 8 to enable pupils to develop their awareness of the range of future pathways available to them
View Full ISI Report (2025-11-11)

Key facts

Founded
1933
Ages
2–13 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
242
Inspectorate
ISI

About

Terra Nova School is a co-educational prep and pre-prep school near Alderley Edge in Cheshire, offering flexible boarding and day education from nursery through Year 8, with small classes, academic excellence, and a 36-acre rural setting.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

Why Families Choose

  • Small classes
  • Academic excellence (Key Stage 1 pupils ahead of national targets)
  • Flexible boarding options
  • Year 8 pupils placed at top UK senior schools
  • 36-acre rural location

Fees & Financials

£3,500 – £4,899

Original currency: £3,500 – £4,899.

Student Demographics

School Type
co-ed
Age Range
2 – 13
Student Body
Boarding capacity50

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Frequently Asked Questions

The annual fees at Terra Nova School are £3,500 – £4,899 per academic year.