Gayhurst School
School summary
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.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 27 June 2023
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.
Acting headteacher · Mr David Bushnell
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.
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1908
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 16.18%
- EHC plans
- 0.29%
Fees & bursaries
- 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
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Gayhurst School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.