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Cumnor House Girls' School

Purley, Croydon, Greater London · CR8 3HB

Cumnor House Girls' School is a small independent preparatory school in Purley, Croydon, educating girls from age four to eleven. With around 143 pupils on roll, the school offers an intimate setting where staff are likely to know each child well. It is non-denominational and operates as a day school. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school 'excellent' for both quality of education and pupils' personal development, a top mark across the areas it assesses.

143

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£21,195

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender: Girls
Type: independent (fee-paying) school
Age range: 4-11
Pupils: 143
Location: Purley, Croydon, Greater London
Website: https://www.cumnorhouse.com/
Telephone: 0208 668 0050

Headteacher

Head Shawn Bolton

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Teaching & academics

The ISI's 'excellent' judgement for the quality of pupils' achievements reflects strong academic standards across the prep years. As an all-through 4-11 school, it prepares girls for the next stage of their education, including senior school entry. Nearly 14 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a willingness to identify and respond to individual learning needs.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support: 13.99%
EHC plans: 0%

Ethos & heritage

Religious character: None
Boarding: No

Money matters

Day fees (per year): £17,313 - £21,195

Inspection reports

ISI rating: excellent
ISI personal development: excellent
Last inspected: 4 November 2025

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The last word

A small, top-rated girls' prep where the intimate roll allows attention to each pupil. Worth considering for families in the Purley area seeking a focused, single-sex environment for the early years.

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