MixedIndependent

Castle Garden School

Guildford, Surrey, South East · GU1 3SQ

With just 32 pupils on roll, Castle Garden School is among the smallest independent schools in Guildford, Surrey. Its intimate scale means children are taught in a setting where every pupil is known individually, an environment that tends to suit families seeking close attention rather than the bustle of a large institution. The mixed school is led by Head Mrs Sarah Hatherall-Good and is inspected by the ISI.

32

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
32
Location
Guildford, Surrey, South East
Website
https://www.castlegardenschool.co.uk/

Headteacher

Head Mrs Sarah Hatherall-Good

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Teaching & academics

As an ISI-inspected independent school, Castle Garden operates within the standards framework applied to the fee-paying sector. The very small roll allows for a high degree of individual focus, with classes likely to be small by necessity.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support
0%
EHC plans
100%

Ethos & heritage

Boarding
No

The last word

A genuinely small independent option in Guildford, best suited to families who value a close-knit, personal setting over scale.

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Castle Garden School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Castle Garden School located?

Castle Garden School is located at Guildford, GU1 3SQ.

What type of school is Castle Garden School?

Castle Garden School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.

How many pupils attend Castle Garden School?

Castle Garden School has approximately 32 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.