Crescent School
School summary
A small independent prep in Rugby, Warwickshire, Crescent School educates around 190 boys and girls from ages four to eleven. Its compact size lends a close-knit feel, and the Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded it an "excellent" rating, the top grade, with all compliance requirements met. Roughly 15 per cent of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a setting accustomed to attending to a range of individual needs. The school has no religious affiliation and operates entirely as a day school under Head Mr Joe Thackway.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 3 December 2024
Teaching & academics
The ISI judged the school "excellent", its highest rating, a result that points to consistently strong teaching and outcomes across the primary years. With a roll of about 190 and a notable proportion of pupils on SEN support, the environment lends itself to close attention and individual tracking through to the end of Year 6.
Head · Mr Joe Thackway
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 15.26%
- EHC plans
- 1.05%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £11,355 - £12,363
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A small, non-selective-feeling prep with a top inspection grade for both education and personal development. Well suited to families wanting an intimate setting through to age eleven.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.