Stephen Perse Junior School Dame Bradbury's
Saffron Walden, Essex, East of England · CB10 2AL
Stephen Perse Junior School Dame Bradbury's is a small independent school in Saffron Walden, Essex, with around 260 pupils on roll. Its modest size is reflected in a close-knit feel, though the pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly 20 is fairly typical rather than unusually generous. The school is co-educational, non-religious and day-only, and is inspected by the ISI. Day fees run from £16,560 to £21,435 a year, placing it firmly in the independent fee-paying bracket and likely to suit families seeking a smaller school setting close to home.
260
Pupils
£21,435
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 260
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 20
- Location
- Saffron Walden, Essex, East of England
- Website
- https://damebradburys.stephenperse.com/
Headteacher
Head Mr James McCaughran
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Teaching & academics
Under Head Mr James McCaughran, the school offers academic scholarships alongside awards in sport, music and art, signalling that achievement is recognised across several areas rather than purely the classroom. As an ISI-inspected independent, it follows the standards expected of the sector. The breadth of scholarship routes may appeal to families whose children show particular promise in a specific discipline.
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Beyond the classroom
Provision for sport, music and art is significant enough to carry its own scholarship awards, suggesting these areas are taken seriously within the school's wider offering.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
Personal electronic devices must not be seen during the school day and must be kept in airplane mode or equivalent. In years 1-6, they must be handed to school reception at start of day. In years 7-11, students may use mobile devices briefly during late stay for travel arrangements or in exceptional circumstances with permission.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £16,560 - £21,435
The last word
A small, mixed independent in Saffron Walden where scholarship opportunities span academics, sport, music and art. Best suited to families who value an intimate day-school environment and are comfortable with the fee level.
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Stephen Perse Junior School Dame Bradbury's 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Stephen Perse Junior School Dame Bradbury's located?
Stephen Perse Junior School Dame Bradbury's is located at Saffron Walden, CB10 2AL.
What type of school is Stephen Perse Junior School Dame Bradbury's?
Stephen Perse Junior School Dame Bradbury's is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend Stephen Perse Junior School Dame Bradbury's?
Stephen Perse Junior School Dame Bradbury's has approximately 260 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.