# Aldenham School > Aldenham School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school in Elstree, Hertfordshire, providing an exceptional education for pupils aged 3–18. The Aldenham Foundation includes Aldenham School and Aldenham Prep School, offering academic, pastoral, co-curricular, sporting, musical and dramatic opportunities within a strong and supportive community. Aldenham School was founded in 1597 by Richard Platt and has a history of more than four centuries of education. The school is now fully co-educational and provides day and boarding education, with Aldenham Prep School providing education for boys and girls from age 3 to 11. The school aims to help pupils discover their strengths, pursue their interests and develop academically, socially and personally. The educational experience includes academic learning, pastoral care, co-curricular activities, sport, music, drama, boarding and a broad range of opportunities designed to develop the whole child. ## Main School - [Aldenham School](https://aldenham.com/): Official homepage and overview of Aldenham School, its educational approach, community and opportunities. - [Admissions](https://aldenham.com/admissions/): Admissions information for pupils considering entry to Aldenham School, including entry points, application procedures and assessments. - [Fees](https://aldenham.com/admissions/fees/): Aldenham School fees and information about day and boarding fees. - [International Students](https://aldenham.com/admissions/international-students/): Information for international pupils and families considering Aldenham, including full boarding and the admissions process. - [Contact Us](https://aldenham.com/contact-us/): Contact information for Aldenham School and general enquiries. ## Aldenham Prep School - [Aldenham Prep School](https://aldenham.com/prep/): Official Aldenham Prep School homepage. Aldenham Prep provides day education for girls and boys aged 3 to 11 and supports a seamless transition into Aldenham School. - [Prep Academic](https://aldenham.com/prep/academic/): Academic information for Nursery, Reception, Years 1–2 and Years 3–6 at Aldenham Prep. - [Prep Admissions](https://aldenham.com/prep/admissions/): Admissions information for Aldenham Prep, including Nursery, Reception, 4+, 7+ and other entry points. - [Prep Fees](https://aldenham.com/prep/admissions/fees/): Aldenham Prep School registration, deposit, Nursery and termly and annual fees. - [Prep International Students](https://aldenham.com/prep/international-student/): Information for international families applying to Aldenham Prep. - [Prep The School](https://aldenham.com/prep/the-school/): Information about Aldenham Prep, including the Head, facilities, staff, term dates, ASPA and catering. - [Prep Visit Us](https://aldenham.com/prep/the-school/visit-us/): Information about visiting Aldenham Prep, tours, open mornings and how to find the school. - [Prep Term Dates](https://aldenham.com/prep/the-school/term-dates/): Aldenham Prep term dates, holidays and academic year information. - [Prep Inspection Reports](https://aldenham.com/prep/inspection-reports/): Aldenham Prep inspection reports and regulatory information. - [Prep Policies](https://aldenham.com/prep/policies/): Aldenham Prep policies and safeguarding, curriculum, admissions and other school policy documents. - [Prep Contact Us](https://aldenham.com/prep/contact-us/): Contact information for Aldenham Prep School. - [Prep News](https://aldenham.com/prep/news/): News, activities, events and community updates from Aldenham Prep School. ## Admissions - [Aldenham Admissions](https://aldenham.com/admissions/): Main school admissions, entry points and application process. - [Aldenham Fees](https://aldenham.com/admissions/fees/): Main school fees for day and boarding pupils. - [International Students](https://aldenham.com/admissions/international-students/): Information for international pupils, including boarding and applications from outside the United Kingdom. - [Prep Admissions](https://aldenham.com/prep/admissions/): Admissions for Aldenham Prep School. - [Prep Fees](https://aldenham.com/prep/admissions/fees/): Fees and registration information for Aldenham Prep. ## Education - [Aldenham School](https://aldenham.com/): Information about the main school's educational experience and community. - [Aldenham Prep Academic](https://aldenham.com/prep/academic/): Academic provision for Nursery, Reception, Years 1–2 and Years 3–6. - [Aldenham Prep School](https://aldenham.com/prep/): Overview of the Prep School's education for children aged 3–11. ## Boarding and Day - [Aldenham School](https://aldenham.com/): Information about Aldenham's day and boarding education. - [Admissions](https://aldenham.com/admissions/): Information about entry to Aldenham and consideration of boarding options. - [International Students](https://aldenham.com/admissions/international-students/): Information about international pupils and full boarding. ## Prep School - [Aldenham Prep](https://aldenham.com/prep/): Official Prep School homepage. - [Prep Academic](https://aldenham.com/prep/academic/): Academic programme and year-group information. - [Prep The School](https://aldenham.com/prep/the-school/): School leadership, facilities, staff, term dates, ASPA and catering. - [Prep Admissions](https://aldenham.com/prep/admissions/): Admissions process and entry information. - [Prep Visit Us](https://aldenham.com/prep/the-school/visit-us/): Tours, open mornings and visiting information. ## School Life - [Aldenham School](https://aldenham.com/): Overview of school life, academic opportunities, pastoral care, co-curricular activities, sport, music, drama and boarding. - [Prep School](https://aldenham.com/prep/): Overview of Prep School life and opportunities. - [Prep News](https://aldenham.com/prep/news/): Recent news and community activities from Aldenham Prep. ## Heritage - [Aldenham School](https://aldenham.com/): Information about Aldenham's history, heritage and development since its foundation in 1597. Aldenham School was founded in 1597 by Richard Platt, Master of the Brewers' Company. The school has evolved over more than four centuries while maintaining a strong commitment to education, community and personal development. Aldenham Prep School opened in 2003 and provides education for boys and girls from age 3 to 11. ## Contact - [Aldenham School Contact](https://aldenham.com/contact-us/): Contact details and general enquiries for Aldenham School. - [Aldenham Prep Contact](https://aldenham.com/prep/contact-us/): Contact details for Aldenham Prep School. ## News - [Aldenham School](https://aldenham.com/): Main Aldenham School website containing current school news and updates. - [Aldenham Prep News](https://aldenham.com/prep/news/): Current news, events, activities and community updates from Aldenham Prep School.