Chafyn Grove School
Salisbury, Wiltshire, South West · SP1 1LR
A small prep school with roots stretching back to 1876, Chafyn Grove educates around 169 boys and girls from ages 3 to 13 in Salisbury. Its standout feature is an unusually generous pupil-to-teacher ratio of about five to one, which allows for close attention at every stage. Boarding is offered alongside day places, and the Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school good across the board in its most recent inspection, with compliance requirements met. With such a modest roll, this is a school built on familiarity rather than scale.
169
Pupils
good
ISI
£23,202
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-13
- Pupils
- 169
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 5
- Location
- Salisbury, Wiltshire, South West
- Website
- https://chafyngrove.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01722 333423
Headteacher
Headmaster Simon Head
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Teaching & academics
The exceptionally low pupil-to-teacher ratio shapes the academic experience, giving staff scope to know each child well and tailor support. Spanish and French feature among the languages on offer, and academic scholarships recognise stronger performers. A notable 21.3 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting the school is set up to accommodate a range of learning needs.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 21.3%
- EHC plans
- 2.37%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships in sport and design technology point to genuine strength beyond the classroom, rewarding children with talents in these areas. As a prep school preparing pupils up to age 13, it works towards the transition to senior schools.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1876
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Mobile phones are not allowed - any phones brought in are left with the front office and collected at the end of the day.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £11,382 - £23,202
- Bursaries up to
- 40% of fees
Means-tested bursaries typically range between 10 and 40 per cent of the fees
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 16 May 2023
The last word
A small, traditional prep school where the five-to-one ratio means children are unlikely to get lost in the crowd. Means-tested bursaries of up to 40 per cent help widen access to families who might not otherwise afford the fees.
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Chafyn Grove School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Chafyn Grove School located?
Chafyn Grove School is located at 33 Bourne Avenue, Salisbury, Salisbury, SP1 1LR.
What type of school is Chafyn Grove School?
Chafyn Grove School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Chafyn Grove School?
Chafyn Grove School has approximately 169 pupils on roll.
What is Chafyn Grove School's inspection rating?
Chafyn Grove School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 16 May 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.