MixedIndependent

Arnold Lodge School

Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, West Midlands · CV32 5TW

Arnold Lodge School offers an all-through independent education in Leamington Spa, taking pupils from age 4 right up to 18 across a single, compact community of around 469. Its modest size sets the tone: a small sixth form of 54 and a familiar feel rather than the scale of a larger institution. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school excellent, with the same top mark for pupils' personal development and all compliance standards met. Led by Head Mr David Preston, it suits families seeking continuity and individual attention over the long arc of a child's schooling.

469

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£15,816

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Age range
4-18
Pupils
469
Location
Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, West Midlands
Website
www.arnoldlodge.com
Telephone
01926 778050

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Mr David Preston

Latest results

Attainment 8

44.5

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

45%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Results sit a little below national benchmarks, with an Attainment 8 score of 44.5 against the national average of 46.9 and 45% of pupils gaining grade 5 or above in English and Maths, just shy of the 47% average. The curriculum is broad and flexible, combining GCSEs and A-levels with BTEC and the EPQ, which gives pupils with differing strengths several routes through. A notably high proportion of pupils receive SEN support, at over a quarter, suggesting a school accustomed to working with a range of learning needs.

Sixth form

Sixth-form pupils
54

Popular A-level subjects

Business StudiesGeographyGovernment and PoliticsBiologyMathematicsPhysicsPsychology

Qualifications offered

GCSEA-levelBTECEPQ

Learning support & SEN

SEN support
26.23%
EHC plans
1.49%

Arts & extracurricular

Languages

Spanish

Popular GCSE subjects

English LanguageEnglish LiteratureMathematicsGeographyArt & DesignDrama & Theatre StudiesDesign & TechnologyBusiness StudiesMedia/Film/TV StudiesPhysical Education/Sports StudiesSociologySpanish

Beyond the classroom

Creative and applied subjects feature prominently at GCSE, including Art & Design, Drama & Theatre Studies, Design & Technology and Media studies, pointing to provision beyond the purely academic. At A-level the spread runs from sciences and mathematics to Business Studies, Psychology and Government and Politics.

Ethos & heritage

Boarding
No

Money matters

Day fees (per year)
£12,600 - £15,816

Inspection reports

ISI rating
excellent
ISI personal development
excellent
Last inspected
3 May 2023
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The last word

A small, all-through independent where personal development and individual support carry as much weight as exam tables. Best suited to families who value a close-knit setting and a flexible mix of qualifications.

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Arnold Lodge School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Arnold Lodge School located?

Arnold Lodge School is located at 15-17 Kenilworth Road, Leamington Spa, CV32 5TW.

What type of school is Arnold Lodge School?

Arnold Lodge School is an independent (fee-paying) school in West Midlands.

How many pupils attend Arnold Lodge School?

Arnold Lodge School has approximately 469 pupils on roll.

What is Arnold Lodge School's inspection rating?

Arnold Lodge School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 3 May 2023.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.