Gayhurst School
Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, South East · SL9 8RJ
A small co-educational prep school for children aged 3 to 11, Gayhurst School in Gerrards Cross has been part of Buckinghamshire's independent landscape since 1908. With around 340 pupils, it offers an intimate setting where staff are likely to know each child well. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of "excellent" for both quality of education and personal development, and the school met all compliance standards. Roughly 16 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a measure of experience in catering to a range of learning needs.
340
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£24,114
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-11
- Pupils
- 340
- Location
- Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, South East
- Website
- https://gayhurstschool.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01753 882690
Headteacher
Acting headteacher Mr David Bushnell
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Teaching & academics
The ISI's "excellent" judgement for quality of education places Gayhurst among the strongest performers within its inspection framework. As a prep school running to Year 6, its focus is on building solid foundations and preparing children for the next stage of their education at age 11. The above-average proportion of pupils on SEN support points to a willingness to accommodate different paces and styles of learning.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 16.18%
- EHC plans
- 0.29%
Beyond the classroom
The matching "excellent" rating for personal development indicates that the school's work extends well beyond the classroom, nurturing character and confidence alongside academic progress.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1908
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £16,533 - £24,114
- Bursaries up to
- 100% of fees
A means-tested 100 per cent bursary for one child in each year from reception to year 6
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 27 June 2023
The last word
A long-established, highly rated prep that pairs small-school attentiveness with a genuine commitment to access, including a means-tested 100 per cent bursary for one child in each year group from Reception to Year 6.
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Gayhurst School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Gayhurst School located?
Gayhurst School is located at Bull Lane, Gerrards Cross, Gerrards Cross, SL9 8RJ.
What type of school is Gayhurst School?
Gayhurst School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Gayhurst School?
Gayhurst School has approximately 340 pupils on roll.
What is Gayhurst School's inspection rating?
Gayhurst School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 27 June 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.