MixedIndependent

Kingswood House School

Epsom, Surrey, South East · KT19 8LG

Founded in 1899, Kingswood House is a small independent school in Epsom catering for around 208 mixed pupils from ages 3 to 16. Its standout feature is an exceptionally generous staffing level: a pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly six to one allows for closely individual attention, which matters all the more given that nearly half the roll receives some form of SEN support. The Independent Schools Inspectorate judged the school excellent for both education quality and personal development, and found it met all compliance standards. This is a school built around knowing pupils well rather than chasing headline results.

208

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£24,600

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender: Mixed
Type: independent (fee-paying) school
Age range: 3-16
Pupils: 208
Pupil:teacher ratio: 6
Location: Epsom, Surrey, South East
Website: www.kingswoodhouse.org
Telephone: 01372 723590

Entrance & admissions

Entry age: 11

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Headteacher

Headmaster Matthew Bryan

Latest results

Attainment 8

34.9

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

National average 47%

GCSE grade 9-7

40%

Teaching & academics

The academic profile here needs reading in context. Headline figures look modest, with an Attainment 8 score of 34.9 against a national average of 46.9 and no pupils reaching grade 5 or above in both English and Maths, yet 40 per cent of GCSE grades fall in the 9-7 range, pointing to strong individual achievement alongside a cohort that includes many pupils with additional learning needs. GCSE choices are broad for a small school, spanning English, the humanities, Computing, Classical Civilisation, Drama and PE. French is the modern language on offer.

Sixth form

Qualifications offered

GCSE

Learning support & SEN

SEN support: 47.87%
EHC plans: 14.69%

Arts & extracurricular

Scholarships

AcademicSport

Languages

French

Popular GCSE subjects

English LanguageEnglish LiteratureGeographyHistoryDrama & Theatre StudiesComputingClassical CivilisationPhysical Education/Sports Studies

Beyond the classroom

Sport carries real weight, recognised through dedicated sport scholarships alongside academic awards. A firm approach to mobile phones, with devices locked away or signed in by age group, keeps the school day focused.

Ethos & heritage

Founded: 1899
Boarding: No

Mobile phone policy

Mobile phones, smart watches and electronic games are not allowed in school except in exceptional circumstances and with express permission of the head. Years 3-6: must be signed into school office. Years 7-10: placed in locker. Year 11: may keep in bag/pocket on silent, used only in common room during breaks. Breach requires phone handed to form teacher each morning; second breach requires phone handed to divisional head each morning until end of term.

Money matters

Day fees (per year): £19,797 - £24,600
Bursaries up to: 100% of fees

School uses six per cent of income to fund bursaries. Will consider for prospective and existing pupils experiencing financial hardship. Has supported several Ukrainian pupils with full bursaries.

Inspection reports

ISI rating: excellent
ISI personal development: excellent
Last inspected: 27 January 2026

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The last word

A nurturing, small-scale school whose remarkable staffing ratio and focus on individual support will appeal to families seeking attention over league-table polish.

The Passmate verdict