Surbiton High Girls' Preparatory School
Kingston, Kingston upon Thames, Greater London · KT1 2HW
With roots stretching back to 1884, Surbiton High Girls' Preparatory School is an independent day school for girls in Kingston upon Thames. Around 300 pupils are taught here, and its Christian character runs through the life of the school. What stands out most is the remarkably low pupil-to-teacher ratio of about 5:1, well below what most families will encounter elsewhere, allowing close attention to each child. It suits families seeking a small, nurturing setting for their daughters in the early years of education.
300
Pupils
£26,889
Day fees / yr
Free month · No card needed · Cancel anytime
Schools nearby
Open in Google Maps ↗Overview & data
- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 300
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 5
- Location
- Kingston, Kingston upon Thames, Greater London
- Website
- https://www.surbitonhigh.com/
Headteacher
Head Mrs Louise McCabe-Arnold
Want your child to win a place at Surbiton High Girls' Preparatory School?
Passmate builds a personalised practice plan from your target schools' exact 11+ topics - so every session moves your child closer to a place.
- Practice matched to Surbiton High Girls' Preparatory School's 11+ format
- See precisely where your child stands, topic by topic
- A profile of how they think - not just scores
Free month · No card needed
Teaching & academics
The favourable staffing ratio means teaching can be closely tailored to individual girls, a real advantage at the prep stage. French is offered, giving pupils an early start in modern languages. The school is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
Arts & extracurricular
Languages
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1884
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £17,042 - £26,889
No means-tested bursaries
The last word
A small, long-established girls' prep where an exceptional staffing ratio puts personal attention at the heart of the school.
The Passmate verdict
Have you considered?
Surbiton High School
Kingston upon Thames, Greater London
Berrylands School
Kingston upon Thames, London
Hampton Court House
East Molesey, Greater London
Holy Cross Preparatory School
Kingston, Greater London
Rokeby School
Kingston, Greater London
Canbury School
Kingston upon Thames, Greater London
Surbiton High Girls' Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Surbiton High Girls' Preparatory School located?
Surbiton High Girls' Preparatory School is located at Kingston, KT1 2HW.
What type of school is Surbiton High Girls' Preparatory School?
Surbiton High Girls' Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Surbiton High Girls' Preparatory School?
Surbiton High Girls' Preparatory School has approximately 300 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.