Sherborne House School
Eastleigh, Hampshire, South East · SO53 1EU
Sherborne House School is an independent, co-educational prep in Eastleigh, Hampshire, taking children from their earliest years through to age eleven. With around 295 pupils on roll, it is a small school, which often allows close attention to individual children. It has no religious affiliation, drawing families from across the local area. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of "excellent" at the most recent inspection, with compliance requirements met.
295
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 0-11
- Pupils
- 295
- Location
- Eastleigh, Hampshire, South East
- Website
- https://www.sherbornehouse.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 02380 252440
Headteacher
Head Mrs Cordelia Cripps
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Teaching & academics
The ISI judged the school "excellent", its top rating, reflecting strong outcomes across the primary years. As a school spanning the earliest years to age eleven, it is well placed to prepare pupils for the move to senior schools at the 11+ stage. Under the leadership of Head Mrs Cordelia Cripps, the small roll lends itself to a personal approach to each child's progress.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 28 February 2025
The last word
A small, non-denominational prep with an "excellent" ISI verdict, Sherborne House suits families wanting a personal start to the journey towards senior school.
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Sherborne House School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Sherborne House School located?
Sherborne House School is located at 39 Lakewood Road, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh, SO53 1EU.
What type of school is Sherborne House School?
Sherborne House School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Sherborne House School?
Sherborne House School has approximately 295 pupils on roll.
What is Sherborne House School's inspection rating?
Sherborne House School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 28 February 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.