St David's School
School summary
A small independent prep in Purley, St David's School educates around 137 boys and girls from ages three to eleven, lending it the intimate, family feel that a roll of this size allows. The school holds Church of England character and was judged excellent by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, with personal development rated good and all compliance standards met. Roughly one in six pupils receives SEN support, suggesting a setting accustomed to working with a range of individual needs. Under Head Sarah Syradd, it offers a self-contained primary journey through to the 11+ stage.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 14 June 2023
Teaching & academics
The ISI's top mark of excellent points to strong educational quality across this small school. With fewer than 140 pupils spread across the three-to-eleven range, class sizes are likely modest, allowing close attention to each child. The notable proportion of pupils on SEN support indicates that individual learning differences are actively identified and accommodated.
Head · Sarah Syradd
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 16.44%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £14,325 - £17,082
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A small, nurturing C of E prep with an excellent ISI rating, well suited to families seeking close attention through to the 11+. Day fees run from £14,325 to £17,082 a year.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.