Clare House School

Where your child is known.

Opening September 2026 in Porthcawl

Early Years (ages 3–5) and Prep School (ages 6–11)

Two phases.
One joined-up school.

Ages 3 - 5

Early Years

A nurturing start built on play, curiosity and outdoor discovery.

Ages 6 - 11

Prep School

A balanced, joyful education that prepares children for their future.

Led by Sally Davis

33 years' experience

Not-for-profit

Independent school

Ages 3 to 11

Early Years & Prep School

Opening

September 2026

A DIFFERENT KIND OF SCHOOL

Not just a place your child attends —
a place they are truly known.

Clare House School is a not-for-profit, community-focused independent school where your child is known as an individual.

A small school, with experienced teachers and a rich curriculum — from Forest School to specialist subjects — enables every child to thrive.  Our personalised approaches to learning support your child to grow in confidence, curiosity and capability.

MEET OUR HEAD OF SCHOOL

33 years of experience leading outstanding independent schools

Sally Davis joins Clare House School as Executive Head, bringing warmth, clarity and exceptional experience to every family in our community.

 

Before joining us, Sally spent 33 years at Howell’s School Llandaff — including 17 years as Head of School. Families quickly feel her gift for connection. Children feel her genuine interest in who they are and who they can become.

“I know what truly transforms a child’s experience: excellent teaching, strong relationships and a community that believes in them. Clare House School will offer all three from day one.”

SALLY DAVIS

OUR APPROACH

What your child experiences here — every day

Built on ambition, empathy,
responsibility and respect.

Ambition

Striving to develop life skills, social-emotional understanding and academic achievement through a love of learning in the classroom and beyond.

Empathy

Strengthening our inclusive community with kindness, compassion and gratitude.

Responsibility

Empowering our voices, choices and actions to make a positive impact.

Respect

Showing integrity for ourselves, each other and our environment through mindful attitudes and behaviours.

Families who have chosen Clare House School tell us…

The vision is exactly what we want for our children: confidence, curiosity, kindness.

Early Years Parent

Meeting Sally gave me the confidence that I’m making the right decision for my child’s first school.

Prep School Parent

The leadership genuinely cares. They took the time to listen and understand the needs my child has.

Early Years Parent

Come and see Clare House School for yourself

Places for September 2026 are available now. We’d love to meet your family.