Rowan Preparatory School
Claygate, Surrey, South East · KT10 0LX
A small girls' prep school in Claygate, Surrey, Rowan has educated pupils from the ages of 2 to 11 since 1936. With 286 girls on roll and a pupil-to-teacher ratio of around ten to one, classes are intimate and individual attention is built into the structure. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its top judgement of 'excellent' for both education quality and personal development, and found the school fully compliant with regulatory standards. Led by Headmistress Mrs Sarah Raja, it suits families seeking a close-knit, single-sex environment through the primary years.
286
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£21,531
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-11
- Pupils
- 286
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 10
- Location
- Claygate, Surrey, South East
- Website
- https://www.rowanprepschool.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01372 462627
Headteacher
Headmistress Mrs Sarah Raja
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Teaching & academics
The 'excellent' ISI rating reflects strong provision across the school, supported by a low pupil-to-teacher ratio that allows teaching to be tailored. Notably, more than a third of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting genuine investment in identifying and meeting individual learning needs. As an all-through prep ending at 11, the focus is on preparing girls thoroughly for the next stage of their education.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 33.57%
- EHC plans
- 1.05%
Beyond the classroom
The ISI's matching 'excellent' grade for personal development indicates that pupils' growth beyond the classroom is taken seriously at Rowan.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1936
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
Discourages personal mobile technology devices. If needed, must be notified in writing, clearly labelled, switched off on arrival, handed to school office, collected at end of day, not switched on until leaving site.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £15,870 - £21,531
Pell Assisted Place Award - means tested bursary for pupils entering at year 3 (7+)
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 24 June 2025
The last word
A small, well-regarded girls' prep with top inspection marks and the staffing ratios to back up its attentive approach. Means-tested bursaries at 7+ widen access for those who qualify.
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Rowan Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Rowan Preparatory School located?
Rowan Preparatory School is located at 6 Fitzalan Road, Claygate, Claygate, KT10 0LX.
What type of school is Rowan Preparatory School?
Rowan Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Rowan Preparatory School?
Rowan Preparatory School has approximately 286 pupils on roll.
What is Rowan Preparatory School's inspection rating?
Rowan Preparatory School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 24 June 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.