Welcome to St Clare's School
Welcome to St Clare’s, a leading independent school for children aged 2 ½ to 18 years of age, carrying a very strong academic profile.
Located in the historic village of Newton, we are close to the coast on the outskirts of Porthcawl, South Wales. St Clare's has a rich tradition of providing exceptional education for over 85 years to pupils from Nursery all the way through to Sixth Form.
The St Clare’s approach reaps rewards, with results from academic yearly progress tests exceeding the national average in all core subjects. We are particularly proud to be in the top 5% of top-performing A-Level schools in the UK for ALPS (A-Level Performance System) since 2018.
Our Nursery has won the Daynurseries UK "Top 20" Award (Wales) for 4 years in a row, based purely on our parents' 10/10 reviews scores.
St Clare's independent school is structured to provide your child with the best education and life skills and you can feel confident your child will be nurtured to realise their full potential.
St Clare's Nursery
Specialist teaching in Spanish, French, Forest School
Top 20 Nursery in Wales (DayNurseries.co.uk) for past 4 years
From as little as £48.89 per day (or £37.75 with the Bridgend Early Years Funding applied), our surprisingly competitive fees include early drop off from 08:00, healthy hot home-cooked lunch and after school care from 3:30 - 5:30.
Bridgend Early Years Funding Grant offered (10 hours)
Book a Visit
Every day is an Open Day here at St Clare's
We are delighted that you are considering a place at St Clare's for your child and would like to welcome you to our wonderful school.
Whether you are looking for an immediate start, or for the 2025/26 academic year, please do book a personal tour and see for yourself what makes St Clare's such an exciting, welcoming place to send your child.
Mrs Hier became Head at St Clare’s School in June 2018 after 5 years as Deputy Headteacher and 15 years as a Spanish Teacher. She has a passion for modern foreign languages, and introduced the impactful Enrichment Programme at St Clare’s.
“In order for a child to be successful academically, it is extremely important that they are happy.”
- Helen Hier, Headteacher
Join us for a Personal Tour
We warmly welcome families throughout the year, offering tailored personal tours on a day that suits you, including school holidays.
Enjoy a guided tour around the school by a member of our friendly Admissions Team who can answer any questions you may have.
FACILITIES & LOCATION
Nestled in 11 acres of magnificent grounds.
Our pupils learn and discover in a beautiful setting within walking distance of the coast, easily accessible from the M4 motorway.
Extensively refurbished, our beautiful buildings, sports grounds, Early Years centre, Sixth Form Hub and calm outdoor space provide pupils with the inspiration to achieve and excel.
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Thank you Baroness Smith for visiting our pupils and talking with them about the work of the House of Lords, your journey into politics and your role in the House of Lords.
Baroness Smith’s willingness to share her experiences and insights into public service and politics truly resonated with our pupils. The opportunity to hear directly from someone actively shaping our society was both eye-opening and inspiring. It sparked thoughtful discussion among the students, many of whom left the session with a newfound curiosity about political life and civic engagement.
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Our Year 9 pupils enjoyed creating their own bell jar models to illustrate inspiration and expiration; the two main processes involved in breathing.
All four of our Science labs have been completed to a high standard, providing our pupils with the opportunity to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Our well-equipped laboratories create an environment where every child can be challenged and inspired.
Contact our friendly Admissions team today to arrange a tour, and experience first hand our wonderful school facilities and incredible location!
01656 789966
admissions@stclares-school.co.uk
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Students from St Clare’s will be visited by Baroness Smith of Llanfaes to talk about the work of the House of Lords, and their role in it, as part of the popular ‘Learn with the Lords’ programme.
During the visit, Baroness Smith will explain the role the House of Lords has in the passing of laws, holding the government to account and making recommendations to the government on a range of topics through its committee work. She will then answer questions from students.
Learn with the Lords is a unique opportunity for students to interact with a member of the House of Lords and learn more about the vital role of the House of Lords in the UK Parliament.
More information can be found at - Learn with the Lords - Parliament UK Education.
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Music is an integral part of our well-rounded education.
Music is a core part of St Clare’s from Nursery upwards. From the structured classroom curriculum to individual peripatetic lessons, music is a busy and vibrant part of our school.
From their earliest years, children benefit from access to our music teacher, Mr Staddon, who supports them to perform individually as well as in the school band, ensembles and choirs.
Pupils from Reception to Year 6 are currently learning to play the ukulele.
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St Clare’s Nursery is surprisingly competitively priced from as little as £48.89 per day (or £37.75 with the Bridgend Early Years Grant funding applied a term after their third birthday).
A healthy home-cooked hot lunch and After School Club from 3:30 – 5:30pm are included in the fees.
Set in 11 acres of magnificent beautifully landscaped grounds, including a stunning woodland space, St Clare`s provides the perfect place for our Nursery children to develop a true appreciation for the natural world.
For more information about our wonderful nursery contact us today01656 789966info@stclares-school.co.uk
Maths Day 
To celebrate Maths Day pupils in Early Years enjoyed a space theme and exploring Numeracy outdoors. Pupils had fun discovering shapes, counting, ordering sizes and putting natural objects in groups of 10.
We know that outdoor play and learning is essential to our children’s health, development and wellbeing. Our 11 acres of stunning grounds and woodland space provide our littlest learners with a magical and immersive experience, the perfect space to develop a true appreciation for the natural world.
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Our Year 6 pupils had the opportunity to complete a heart dissection in our Senior School labs.
At St Clare’s, we understand that transitioning to a new year group is a crucial step in every child’s educational journey. Our carefully designed transition strategies ensure that pupils feel confident, supported, and excited about their next stage of learning.
We create a nurturing environment where every student thrives. By fostering strong relationships between staff, pupils, and parents, we make each transition smooth and stress-free, allowing students to focus on what matters most—achieving their full potential.
Contact us to find out more 01656 789966Admissions@stclares-school.co.uk
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Join us for our free Early Years Easter hunt onsite our idyllic grounds.
This event is the perfect opportunity for your pre-schooler to experience first hand our wonderful school facilities and meet with our experienced Nursery and Reception teachers.
Booking is essential, please contact our friendly admissions team to sign up.
01656 789966
info@stclares-school.co.uk
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