The Ryleys School
School summary
Catering for children from the age of one through to eleven, The Ryleys School in Alderley Edge is a small independent prep where 271 pupils benefit from a close-knit, family feel. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded the school its highest grade of 'excellent', both for the quality of education and for pupils' personal development, while compliance standards were fully met. With its early-years start, the school suits families looking for a settled, all-through foundation in the years before secondary transfer.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 21 May 2025
Teaching & academics
An ISI 'excellent' judgement places the school in strong standing for the quality of education it provides to its young pupils. Around 7 per cent of children receive some form of SEN support, suggesting individual needs are identified and met within the small-school setting.
Headteacher · Mrs Julia Langford
Beyond the classroom
Personal development was also rated 'excellent' by inspectors, reflecting a focus on character and wellbeing alongside academic work. A no-mobile-phone policy keeps the day free of digital distraction for these young children.
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 7.38%
- EHC plans
- 1.48%
Mobile phone policy
Children are not permitted to bring mobile phones to school.
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £13,026 - £14,646
- Bursaries up to
- 80% of fees
Up to 80%
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.