MixedIndependent

Unicorn School (Richmond)

Richmond, Surrey, Richmond upon Thames, Greater London · TW9 3JX

A small independent prep in Richmond upon Thames, Unicorn School has been educating children aged 3 to 11 since 1970. With just 159 pupils on roll, it offers an intimate setting where the mixed, non-denominational community is closely knit. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its top grade of 'excellent', both for the quality of education and for pupils' personal development, with compliance requirements fully met. Around 17 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a school comfortable accommodating a range of learning needs.

159

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£20,124

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender: Mixed
Type: independent (fee-paying) school
Age range: 3-11
Pupils: 159
Location: Richmond, Surrey, Richmond upon Thames, Greater London
Website: https://www.unicornschool.org.uk/
Telephone: 0208 948 3926

Headteacher

Headteacher Polly Fraley

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Teaching & academics

Led by headteacher Polly Fraley, the school earned an 'excellent' ISI rating across the board. Academic, Sports and Computer Science scholarships are offered, the last hinting at a forward-looking approach to technology even at primary level. As a feeder for the 11+ years, it prepares children up to the point of transfer to senior schools.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support: 16.98%
EHC plans: 1.89%

Arts & extracurricular

Scholarships

Computer Science AwardSports ScholarshipAcademic Scholarship

Beyond the classroom

Sports and computing are recognised areas of strength, each carrying its own scholarship award alongside the academic route.

Ethos & heritage

Founded: 1970
Religious character: None
Boarding: No

Mobile phone policy

Children should not bring smart phones, watches, etc to school without the consent of the headteacher. Consent will generally only be given for medical or SEND need. Children in year 5 and below must not bring mobile phones. Year 6 children travelling to/from school on their own may bring a mobile phone with no SMART capability. This will be kept in the school office during the day. Staff must not consult their phones when responsible for children unless in an emergency, nor take photographs. Parents may take photographs for personal use but strictly not to put into the public domain.