Cranmore
Leatherhead, Surrey, South East · KT24 6AT
A Roman Catholic independent school in Leatherhead, Cranmore takes pupils from age two right through to GCSE, with 11+ marking a key entry point into its senior years. Founded in 1968, it remains a medium-sized, co-educational community of around 524 pupils. One of its most striking features is an exceptionally low pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly six to one, allowing a great deal of individual attention. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school excellent for both education and personal development, with all compliance standards met.
524
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£28,725
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-16
- Pupils
- 524
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 6
- Location
- Leatherhead, Surrey, South East
- Website
- www.cranmore.org
- Telephone
- 01483 280340
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Headmaster Mr Barry Everitt
Latest results
Attainment 8
66
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
92%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
50%
Teaching & academics
Academic results are notably strong: the average Attainment 8 score of 66 sits well above the national average of 46.9, and 92% of pupils achieve grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national figure of 47%. Half of all GCSE grades fall in the 9-7 range. The curriculum is broad, with the sciences, humanities, modern languages (French and Spanish) and creative subjects all well represented. A SEN support figure of around 33% suggests the school is geared to identifying and supporting a wide range of learning needs.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 33.4%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Rugby is the main sport on offer, and scholarships extend beyond the classroom into music, art, drama and sport, indicating a school that values achievement across the arts and the playing field.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1968
- Religious character
- RC
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £18,180 - £28,725
- Bursaries up to
- 100% of fees
Means-tested financial assistance
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 11 February 2025
The last word
Cranmore pairs excellent inspection outcomes and high GCSE results with an unusually small class footprint. A serious academic option for Catholic and non-Catholic families alike who want close attention and a clear path from the early years to age 16.
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Cranmore 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Cranmore located?
Cranmore is located at Epsom Road, West Horsley, Leatherhead, KT24 6AT.
What type of school is Cranmore?
Cranmore is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Cranmore?
Cranmore has approximately 524 pupils on roll.
What is Cranmore's inspection rating?
Cranmore is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 11 February 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.