MixedIndependent

Parkside School

Cobham, Surrey, South East · KT11 3PX

A small independent school in Cobham, Surrey, Parkside takes pupils from age 2 right through to 13, giving families a settled route across the early years and prep stages. With around 253 children on roll and a pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly 16, classes are part of a deliberately intimate community. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school 'excellent' for both education quality and personal development, and confirmed that compliance requirements were met. Just under one in five pupils receives some form of SEN support, suggesting a school used to accommodating a range of learning needs.

253

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£23,670

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Age range
2-13
Pupils
253
Pupil:teacher ratio
16
Location
Cobham, Surrey, South East
Website
https://www.parkside-school.co.uk/
Telephone
01932 862749

Headteacher

Headmistress Ms Nicole Janssen

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Teaching & academics

The ISI's top 'excellent' judgement points to strong teaching and outcomes across the prep age range. Academic scholarships are available, sitting alongside a maintained pupil-to-teacher ratio that keeps groups manageable. The mix of mainstream provision and a notable level of SEN support indicates attention to individual progress.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support
19.03%
EHC plans
0%

Arts & extracurricular

Scholarships

AcademicArtDramaDesign TechnologyFootballMusicSports

Beyond the classroom

Beyond academics, Parkside backs a broad set of interests through its scholarship programme, which spans Art, Drama, Design Technology, Music, Football and wider Sport. This breadth gives creatively and athletically minded children clear avenues to develop their talents.

Ethos & heritage

Boarding
No

Mobile phone policy

Personal mobile phones cannot be used on Parkside School premises or when on outings

Money matters

Day fees (per year)
£17,010 - £23,670

Means tested bursaries offered on application

Inspection reports

ISI rating
excellent
ISI personal development
excellent
Last inspected
2 December 2025
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The last word

A close-knit prep school under Headmistress Ms Nicole Janssen, with excellent inspection ratings and means-tested bursaries to widen access. A strong fit for families wanting individual attention from nursery age through to 13.

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Parkside School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Parkside School located?

Parkside School is located at The Manor, Stoke d’Abernon, Cobham, Cobham, KT11 3PX.

What type of school is Parkside School?

Parkside School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.

How many pupils attend Parkside School?

Parkside School has approximately 253 pupils on roll.

What is Parkside School's inspection rating?

Parkside School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 2 December 2025.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.