About Papplewick
Head's Welcome
It is my absolute pleasure to welcome you to our Papplewick School website. I hope that, as you browse through the information and photographs of our school, you can get a sense of just how truly special Papplewick is.
It is difficult to fully describe the magic that is to be found within the boundaries of our school, but if one were to start a school from scratch, incorporating all the elements that make education fast-paced, accessible, creative, unique, rigorous, captivating and most of all, fun, then I believe Papplewick is the blueprint. It is truly the most captivating school I have ever had the privilege of walking into.
The community at Papplewick is everything. From boys to parents, staff to governors, the sense of togetherness and of working towards a common goal is tangible. In a time where the world can feel fragmented, Papplewick offers a strong and united community, which together is shaping the future generation of kind, courteous, forward-thinking and respectful young men.

We are firm advocates of the boarding school model, and all our boys board from the final term of Year Six through to the end of Year Eight, which encourages them to bond together and immerse themselves fully in their route to Senior School. Our impressive leavers’ destinations tell their own story when one considers the non-selective entry process, and demonstrate the exceptional value added throughout their time with us.
If you are a parent seeking a school which really understands how boys learn and what makes them rush into school, please book an appointment to come in and see for yourself. I’d be delighted to show you so many examples of joyful learning, exploration and advancement in education. Our boys are incredibly impressive, and I know they would love to demonstrate their talents, creativity and abilities as you take a look around on a normal day in action at Papplewick.
I am proud to be part of this incredible school’s history and look forward to welcoming you and your boys to Papplewick very soon.
Warm wishes,
Nina Kingsmill Moore
Head


