Dolphin School (Incorporating Noahs Ark Nursery Schools)
School summary
A small independent school in Wandsworth, Dolphin School educates mixed pupils from the age of two through to eleven, with roots in its associated Noah's Ark nursery provision. With roughly 161 children on roll, it offers an intimate setting where the youngest beginners and Year 6 leavers belong to one close community. The school holds a Christian character, and the Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its most recent inspection a judgement of 'excellent', with compliance requirements met in full. It is led by Mrs Lucy Price.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 2 December 2025
Teaching & academics
The ISI rated the quality of pupils' achievement 'excellent', a strong endorsement for a school of this scale. Personal development was likewise judged 'excellent', suggesting the academic experience is matched by attention to character and wellbeing. Around one in ten pupils receives SEN support, so families seeking individual attention within a small school may find the environment well suited.
Head · Mrs Lucy Price
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 10.56%
- EHC plans
- 1.24%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £13,395 - £14,670
Means tested bursaries available from 5+ years, particularly for clergy families
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An intimate, all-through-to-eleven school with top ISI marks for both achievement and personal development. Means-tested bursaries from age five, with particular provision for clergy families, may widen access.
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