Holbache House

Meet the Holbache House Parents

With over 25 years of experience in boarding education alongside his wife Nicola, Steve Schofield brings a wealth of pastoral care and a deep understanding of community life to Holbache House. Before moving into the world of education, he worked as the Junior Development Officer at Leicestershire County Cricket Club—a role that reflected his love of sport and his commitment to nurturing young talent.

At home, family life is shared with their beloved dog, Ernie—affectionately known as “Big Ern” when he’s on duty, or “Bernard” when he’s being cheeky. Time spent with his own children is what he values most, and this belief in the importance of family underpins his approach to boarding.

He sees a clear boundary between the structure of the school day and the relaxed, supportive environment of boarding life. For him, Holbache should always feel like home—a place where pupils can unwind, reflect, and move forward with confidence. It’s a safe space, full of kindness, humour, and encouragement—a foundation from which boys and girls can grow into their best selves.

What he loves most about Holbache is the camaraderie. There’s a strong sense of pride among both staff and pupils in the caring, close-knit home they’ve created—where every individual is valued, and everyone can thrive together.

Mr and Mrs Schofield are supported in Holbache by Matron, Beth Drew and Assistant House Mistress, Sue Fensome.