The New School
Croydon, Greater London · SE19 1RT
With around 102 pupils, The New School is a notably small independent school in Croydon, Greater London. Its intimate scale means each year group is modest in size, allowing pupils to be known as individuals rather than faces in a crowd. The school is co-educational and inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. Families drawn to a close-knit, personal setting rather than a large institution are likely to find it of interest.
102
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 102
- Location
- Croydon, Greater London
- Website
- www.thenewschool.org.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Teaching & academics
The school admits pupils at age 11 through an 11+ entry process. Its small roll lends itself to small classes, which can mean more individual attention from teachers.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Last inspected
- 8 October 2024
The last word
A small, independent co-educational school in Croydon for families who value a personal scale over size.
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The New School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The New School located?
The New School is located at ST MARY'S LODGE, 149 CENTRAL HILL, LONDON, SE19 1RT.
What type of school is The New School?
The New School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend The New School?
The New School has approximately 102 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.