The Cathedral School, Llandaff – Primary Section
Cardiff, Cardiff, Wales · CF5 2YH
Set within the cathedral city of Cardiff, the primary section of The Cathedral School, Llandaff offers an independent, day-school education with an Anglican foundation. With around 327 pupils, this is a small school where children are likely to be well known to staff rather than lost in the crowd. The blend of a faith ethos and modest size suits families seeking a settled, personal environment for the early years of schooling. Sally Walsh leads the primary section as Head of Primary.
327
Pupils
£18,489
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 327
- Location
- Cardiff, Cardiff, Wales
- Website
- https://www.cathedral-school.co.uk/
Headteacher
Head of primary Sally Walsh
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Teaching & academics
As an independent school inspected by the ISI, the primary section operates outside the state system and sets its own academic priorities. Its small roll allows for close attention to individual pupils as they progress.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- Anglican
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £14,385 - £18,489
The last word
A small Anglican prep in the heart of Cardiff, well suited to families who value a personal, close-knit start to their child's education.
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The Cathedral School, Llandaff – Primary Section 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Cathedral School, Llandaff – Primary Section located?
The Cathedral School, Llandaff – Primary Section is located at Cardiff, CF5 2YH.
What type of school is The Cathedral School, Llandaff – Primary Section?
The Cathedral School, Llandaff – Primary Section is an independent (fee-paying) school in Wales.
How many pupils attend The Cathedral School, Llandaff – Primary Section?
The Cathedral School, Llandaff – Primary Section has approximately 327 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.