Providing a world-class Cambridge education in a nurturing family environment where every learner is known, valued and inspired.
Celebrating the stories, achievements and moments that shape Hillcrest Schools.
Hillcrest Schools combines academic excellence, leadership, culture, sport and Christian values within a warm and supportive environment.
Strong Cambridge outcomes supported by dedicated teaching and personalised learning pathways.
Developing confident and balanced learners through sport, music, drama and leadership opportunities.
A nurturing school community where mental wellbeing and happiness remain central.
Hillcrest aspires to be a caring and innovative educational community, united in developing well-rounded, future-ready citizens.
Hillcrest empowers every pupil to achieve their personal best through a rich and balanced curriculum that promotes academic, cultural, sporting, and technological growth, grounded in Christian values.
Dedicated leadership committed to nurturing excellence, wellbeing and character.
Forty years ago today, this beautiful school opened with just four staff members, led by Mr. Andy Cowan. As one of the founding pupils, it gives me great pleasure to return to Hillcrest as its new Principal. Over the years, the prep school and college have grown into an incredible campus, and I am immensely proud of the work that has gone into creating this enriching learning environment for our current pupils.
Walking around both schools and meeting pupils, I sense their happiness in learning here. Reflecting on my time here, I remember being part of a caring and compassionate community. My experiences at Hillcrest have helped me build resilience, problem-solving skills, and stimulate my creativity. Fellow Old Crestonians have shared similar reflections, and also have long-lasting, happy memories of being part of Hillcrest Schools.
Every school day matters to us as it offers anopportunity to develop a love of learning, not only academically but also in terms of wellbeing, abilities, and talents. Hillcrest remains dedicated to providing an enriching and nurturing environment. We look forward to working with your child individually, and within communal experiences, to build character, create connections and strengthen camaraderie.
I warmly welcome you and your children to our school. We hope you and your family join the Hillcrest community with excitement and anticipation. It is my wish that our current community members remember their school days at Hillcrest as fondly as I do.
It is a pleasure to welcome you to Hillcrest Preparatory School.
Hillcrest is a school with a strong sense of purpose, shaped by its history, its values,and its community. As Headmaster, I am proud to lead a school where children are known as individuals, nurtured with care, and guided to develop confidence, discipline, and a strong sense of responsibility.
Our school is guided by four core values: Resilience and Perseverance, Respect, Love, and Community. These values are lived daily — in our classrooms, on the sports field,and in the wider life of the school. They underpin high expectations, positive behaviour, and a culture where children are encouraged to work hard, show kindness, and learn from challenge.At Hillcrest, we believe in an education that is broad, balanced, and ambitious. High-quality teaching is complemented by a wide range of academic, cultural, sporting, and extracurricular opportunities, enabling pupils to discover their strengths, develop leadership, and learn the importance of contributing positively to others.
Strong partnerships with families are central to our success. Our dedicated staff work closely with parents to support each child’s academic progress, personal development, and wellbeing within an environment that is caring, structured, and purposeful.
As Headmaster, I am committed to leading Hillcrest with clarity, consistency, and care — building on the school’s strengths while always keeping the best interests of
our pupils at the heart of every decision.
Thank you for taking the time to visit our website. We look forward to welcoming you to Hillcrest Preparatory School and would be very pleased to invite you to visit us in person.
Consistent academic excellence across the Cambridge and Zimsec pathways.
Percentage Pass Rates
Grade 7 Zimsec
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Cambridge Checkpoint
Consistent academic excellence across the Cambridge pathway.
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Celebrating the stories, achievements and moments that shape Hillcrest Schools.
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Hillcrest Schools delivered exceptional performances during the regional hockey festival, demonstrating determination, teamwork and sportsmanship throughout the competition.
The festival highlighted the school’s commitment to holistic education through sport, leadership and character development.
Students competed with confidence and discipline while proudly representing Hillcrest Schools.