Bishopsgate School
School summary
Bishopsgate School is a small independent prep in Englefield Green, Surrey, taking mixed pupils from the nursery years through to age 13. With around 424 children on roll, it has the intimate feel of a school where staff are likely to know pupils as individuals. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest rating of "excellent" for both education quality and personal development, and confirmed that compliance requirements were met. Notably, close to a fifth of pupils receive SEN support, which suggests a school accustomed to helping children who learn in different ways.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 25 March 2025
Teaching & academics
The ISI judged the quality of pupils' academic and other achievements as "excellent", placing Bishopsgate among the strongest performers under the framework. As a school running to age 13, it prepares children for senior school entry, including the 11+ and Common Entrance routes. The relatively high proportion of pupils on SEN support points to a setting where individual learning needs are taken seriously rather than overlooked.
Head · Mr Peter Thacker
Beyond the classroom
An "excellent" rating for personal development indicates that life beyond the classroom is given real attention, with the school looking to develop confidence and character alongside academic results. A clear no-phone policy reflects a focus on engagement and presence during the school day.
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 19.81%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Mobile phone policy
We have a no phone policy.
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £11,913 - £18,519
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Bishopsgate School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.