Hire School Facilities

At Kennet School, we take pride in our exceptional facilities, and we are delighted to share them with our local community! From our main hall and classrooms to specialist spaces such as gym and drama studio, our versatile spaces are available for hire when not in use by the school.

Many local clubs, organisations and community groups use our facilities for a variety of activities, including amateur dramatics, Taekwondo classes, mindfulness courses, referee training, sequence dancing and community events (Newbury Transport Group; Thatcham Historical Society; Stamp Fair; Thatcham Festival and Berkshire Music Trust).

We offer bookings during evenings, weekends and school holidays (excluding Bank and Public Holidays), making our spaces accessible to those looking for high-quality venues for education, sports, performing arts and community events.

Our Facilities

Interior view of the Main Hall at Kennet School — The Main Hall

Main Hall set up as a performance venue — Main Hall Performance Venue

Interior view of the school gymnasium — The School Gym

Inside the Theatre Studio (D3) at Kennet School. — Theatre Studio (D3)

Standard classroom setup with desks and chairs. — Classrooms

IT classroom equipped with computers and desks — IT Classrooms

View of the school library with bookshelves — The School Library

"Interior of the Learning Hub with study areas. — The Learning Hub

Price Guide

Facility	Rate
Hall	£30 per hour for regular or second use £35 per hour for one-off or first use £40 per hour for function use (no performance equipment but supported set up)* £60 per hour performance letting, plus setting up and clearing away charge (£20 per hour)
Studio Theatre	£25 per hour for regular or second use £30 per hour for one-off or first use £35 per hour for function use (no performance equipment but supported set up)* £50 per hour performance charges, plus setting up and clearing away charges (£20 per hour)
Gym	£30 per hour for regular or second use £35 per hour for one-off or first use
Classroom/ Library/ Learning Hub	£25 per hour
Field	£15 per hour

*If hirers wish to use the school’s equipment, e.g. lighting or sound equipment, this will be negotiated separately and may necessitate the hiring of at least one of our technicians.

Resource	Rate
Technician - Lighting	£20 per hour
Technician – Sound	£20 per hour
Site Management	£17 weekday opening £17 weekend closing £34 weekend opening and closing

Concessionary Rates
Concessions, such as multiple spaces/areas of the school or charitable events, will be considered on an individual basis and are at the Headteacher's discretion.

Note: As Kennet School is part of the Equinox Learning Trust, the Lettings Policy and pricing are set by the Trust. The policy can be found on the Trust website >>>

Technical Specifications

Our two biggest venues are often used for shows and offer a wide variety of industry standard equipment for use. Please refer to the technical specifications below for further information:

Technical Specification: Main Hall >>>

Technical Specification: Studio Theatre (D3) >>>

Premises Licence

Whilst Kennet School's Main Hall has a premises' licence, it does not hold an alcohol licence. Therefore, the hirer may need to apply for a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) directly from West Berkshire Council >>> if required.

No Smoking Sign

Smoking/vaping is not permitted anywhere on site.

No Dogs Sign

No dogs are allowed on site, unless assistance dogs.

Defibrillator Sign

Two defibrillators are located on the school campus.

Interested in Booking?

Get in touch to check availability and discuss your options by completing our lettings enquiry form >>>