Cranleigh Preparatory School
School summary
Set in Cranleigh, Surrey, this small independent prep school educates around 316 boys and girls within a Church of England Christian tradition. With a roll of this size, families can expect a close-knit community where pupils are known as individuals rather than numbers. Both day and boarding places are offered, giving flexibility for families with differing needs. The school is inspected by the ISI and led by Head Will Newman.
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Places are limited and demand is high, so exam performance is what sets candidates apart. Passmate turns the months ahead into ten focused minutes a day on the exact topics this school tests.
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Inspection reports
Teaching & academics
As a preparatory school, the focus is on building strong foundations and readiness for senior school entry. A broad range of scholarships, spanning academic, art, design, drama, music and sport, signals that achievement is recognised across many fields rather than purely in the classroom.
Head · Will Newman
Beyond the classroom
The breadth of scholarship areas points to genuine opportunity in the arts, music, drama and sport alongside academic work. Boarding provision also lends itself to a fuller programme of activities beyond the standard school day.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- CofE/Christian
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Strictly no phones in school
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £16,500 - £34,875
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £32,220 - £34,875
Schools nearby
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Cranleigh, South East
Elysian, Shamley Green
Surrey, South East
Hurtwood House School
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St Hilary's School
Godalming, South East
Manor House School
Horsham, South East
King Edward's School Witley
Godalming, South East
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A small, all-round CofE prep with day and boarding options and a strict no-phones policy. It suits families seeking a personal, values-led education close to senior school transition.
That’s where Passmate comes in. Tutoring is the most effective thing in a child’s preparation - a well-tutored child can outperform the vast majority of their peers. Passmate works alongside your tutor, not instead of them: it learns how your child thinks, finds the gaps, and shows the tutor exactly where to spend each session - so the limited time you have lands on what actually decides a place.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.