Cumnor House Girls' School
School summary
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.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 4 November 2025
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.
Head · Shawn Bolton
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 13.99%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £17,313 - £21,195
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Croydon High School
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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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Cumnor House Girls' School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.