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Sunningdale School

Ascot, Windsor and Maidenhead, South East · SL5 9PY

A small boys' boarding and day prep in Ascot, Sunningdale School educates around 82 pupils, giving it the intimate scale where staff can know every boy individually. Led by Headmaster Tom Dawson, it is inspected by the ISI and offers entry at 11+. With roughly one in six boys receiving some form of SEN support, the school is geared to noticing and responding to individual needs.

82

Pupils

£25,560

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender
Boys
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
82
Location
Ascot, Windsor and Maidenhead, South East
Website
https://www.sunningdaleschool.co.uk/

Headteacher

Headmaster Tom Dawson

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Teaching & academics

Inspected under the ISI framework rather than Ofsted, the school prepares boys for senior school entry, with 11+ among its entry points. Its size means classes are necessarily small, allowing close attention to each pupil's progress. The relatively high proportion of boys on SEN support points to a willingness to accommodate a range of learning needs.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support
15.85%
EHC plans
0%

Beyond the classroom

As a boarding school, Sunningdale offers boys life beyond the classroom across the boarding week, set within its Ascot setting.

Ethos & heritage

Boarding
Yes

Money matters

Day fees (per year)
£25,560
Boarding fees (per year)
£32,700

Currently 12 boys are on some form of bursary (excluding Forces families)

Inspection reports

The last word

A small, traditional boys' prep that suits families wanting close personal attention, with bursary help extending its reach to a wider range of homes.

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Sunningdale School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Sunningdale School located?

Sunningdale School is located at Ascot, SL5 9PY.

What type of school is Sunningdale School?

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

How many pupils attend Sunningdale School?

Sunningdale School has approximately 82 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.