Since the 1880s, Broomfield has welcomed pupils from around the globe, offering support every step of the way. Our experienced Head of Admissions works closely with each family to ensure a smooth transition into both Broomfield and the British independent school system. We have a dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme tailored to meet learners at their level: most parents are amazed at how quickly their children achieve fluent spoken English.
Where possible, we invite international families to visit the school before their child starts. We review previous school reports and conduct gentle assessments with children entering Year 2 and above to establish their current academic levels—this enables us to identify any learning gaps and plan personalised support. We also work with families during the settlement period between acceptance and start date, offering tailored interventions; if visiting isn’t possible, we conduct assessments remotely.
To help newcomers acclimatise, we connect prospective international families with current or past Broomfield parents of the same nationality, providing insights into both school life and living in Kew. We also liaise with trusted local estate agents if accommodation assistance is needed. Our warm and active parent community frequently invites new families to coffee mornings, picnics, and social events—helping children and parents feel welcomed from day one. We know the biggest challenge for many expatriate pupils is not just English, but adapting to new social norms, customs, and rhythms. That is why our support goes beyond the classroom: we offer pastoral care, peer mentoring, pre-visits, and gentle informal check-ins to ensure every child feels safe, connected, and ready to thrive.
We take pride in our EAL (English as an Additional Language) provision, ensuring every child with English as an additional language feels welcomed, included, and empowered to succeed. Our specialist team offers tailored teaching—integrating visual aids, peer support, and engaging lessons—to help children fully access all subject areas. We focus on developing fluency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, so children quickly build confidence and independence. Beyond academics, we understand that successful integration requires pastoral care: our EAL approach includes cultural orientation, buddy systems, and frequent check-ins to help children adapt socially and emotionally. By embedding language support within everyday lessons and alongside mainstream peers, we ensure that international pupils are fully integrated into the life of the school from day one.
In short, joining Broomfield House School as an international family means entering a supportive ecosystem—academic, linguistic, social, and cultural—designed to help children not only adapt but flourish in their new school and community.
