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Private schools in Surrey

By Atom | Jun 20, 2023, 4:22 PM

A complete guide to independent schools in Surrey

Are you considering a private school in Surrey for your child's secondary education? Find out everything you need to know about the county’s fee-paying senior schools, including:

  • Day and boarding schools

  • Single-sex and co-educational schools

  • An outline of the admissions processes

  • Academic results and league table rankings

What are the best private schools in Surrey?

With 34 private secondary schools in Surrey, there’s almost too many to choose from!

The Sunday Times Parent Power produces an annual league table for all schools in the country based on that year’s exam results. In 2021, the following 10 schools were ranked as the best private schools in Surrey based on their academic results at A level and GCSE:

  1. Guildford High School

  2. RGS (Royal Grammar School) Guildford

  3. St Catherine's, Bramley

  4. Sir William Perkins's School

  5. City of London Freemen's School

  6. Reed's School

  7. St George's Weybridge

  8. St John's School, Leatherhead

  9. Woldingham School

  10. Cranleigh School

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How much do private schools cost in Surrey?

The fees for private education in Surrey vary from school to school, but are generally above the national average. Tuition fees for private schools in Surrey range from £6,246 to £12,180 per term for day pupils entering Year 7 (the average termly tuition fee is £7,007). Boarding fees range from £8,145 per term to £12,809 for weekly boarders, and £9,630 to £14,740 per term for full boarders. The cheapest academically-selective private school in Surrey is Sir William Perkins’s School in Chertsey, while the most expensive is Charterhouse.

We’ve included the fees for all the private secondary schools in Surrey below.

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What is included in the school fees?

School fees always include the cost of teaching, and often include textbooks, materials and extracurricular activities. Some schools include the cost of lunch in their fees, while others charge for this separately (normally around £300 per term, per child). Most schools charge separately for entry to public exams (e.g. GCSEs and A levels).

Before registering your child with a school, we recommend that you check the school website and admissions policy in detail to find out what the school fees cover, as well as any additional payments you will have to make. You will normally need to pay a registration fee on application (typically £100–£300) which is often non-refundable, and a refundable deposit when you accept a school place.

Help with school fees in Surrey

Nearly all private schools in Surrey are able to offer financial assistance to children who meet their entrance criteria. The two main types of financial assistance are bursaries and scholarships, with sibling discounts available at some schools.

Surrey private school bursaries

Most private schools in Surrey provide means-tested financial assistance in the form of bursaries. These are offered on a sliding scale, meaning that children from households with a lower income are eligible for more assistance than those with a higher income.

Most private schools in Surrey offer bursaries that cover up to 100% of tuition fees; only a few offer partial assistance. Some schools offer additional assistance, such as help with the cost of school uniforms, lunch, transport and extracurricular activities, to pupils who receive 100% bursaries.

If you think you might be eligible for a bursary for a particular school, you will need to supply detailed financial evidence. You may also be visited at home by a professional appointed by the school to assess your financial circumstances.

Surrey private school scholarships

Scholarships are awards offered to children who demonstrate exceptional talent in their entrance exams (academic scholarships) or in a co-curricular area (e.g. art, design & technology, drama, music or sport).

Most private schools in Surrey offer scholarships, and many of these carry a fee remission. This is typically around 10% of school fees – although Sir William Perkins’s School and Caterham School offer academic scholarships of up to 50% for some eligible Year 7 candidates. A small number of schools do not provide a financial award as part of their scholarships.

If your child is applying for a scholarship, they will usually need to complete additional testing and an interview, alongside the main entrance process. They will also need to maintain a high standard in the area to which their scholarship applies throughout their time at the school.

Sibling discounts at private schools in Surrey

Some private schools in Surrey offer discounted fees to families who have multiple children enrolled at the school at the same time (e.g. Prior’s Field, Halliford School, Belmont School, Cranleigh School, Reigate Grammar School, and Manor House School). Such discounts are typically available for the third and subsequent siblings and range from 10–50% of school fees.

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Girls' private schools in Surrey

There are nine girls-only private senior schools in Surrey:

Guildford High School

Day-only education in Guildford for girls aged 4–18.

  • Address: Guildford High School, London Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 1SJ

  • Number of students: 1,002

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Church of England/interdenominational

  • Fees per term: £6,405

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries of up to 100% and academic and music scholarships of up to 5%

  • A level results (2022): 98.3% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 97.2% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 5

  • 11+ entry process: CEM Select test, interview and school report

  • Open day: September and October

Admissions guide for Guildford High School

Manor House School, Bookham

Day-only education in Bookham for girls aged 2–16.

  • Address: Manor House School, Manor House Lane, Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4EN

  • Number of students: 287

  • Sixth form: no

  • Religious affiliation: Church of England

  • Fees per term: £6,374 (includes lunch)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 100%, scholarships (not means-tested) and sibling discount of up to 30%

  • GCSE results (2022): 50% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: not provided

  • 11+ entry process: CAT4 assessment scores, experience day and interview

  • Open day: October, March and May

Admissions guide for Manor House School

Notre Dame Senior School

Day-only education in Cobham for girls aged 11–18.

  • Address: Notre Dame Senior School, Burwood House, Convent Lane, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 1HA

  • Number of students: 460

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic

  • Fees per term: £6,323 (lunch is a compulsory extra of £346 per term)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries and non-means-tested scholarships (academic, art, drama, music, and sport)

  • A level results (2022): 75% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 50% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: not provided

  • 11+ entry process: written tests in English (creative writing and comprehension), maths and non-verbal reasoning, informal interview and school reference

  • Open day: October, February and June

Admissions guide for Notre Dame Senior School

Prior's Field

Day education and weekly, flexible and full boarding in Godalming for girls aged 11–18.

  • Address: Prior's Field, Priorsfield Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 2RH

  • Number of students: 387

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: all faiths

  • Fees per term: day fees for Years 7–8: £6,900, weekly boarding fees for Years 7–8: £10,350, full boarding fees for Years 7–8: £11,200

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 95% and discounts for children of Armed Forces and FCO (20%), daughters of alumni (10%) and siblings of current pupils (10%).

  • A level results (2022): 87% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 73.5 A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: not provided

  • 11+ entry process: interview and group activities, school reference and written tests in English, maths and non-verbal reasoning

  • Open day: February and October

Admissions guide for Prior's Field

Sir William Perkins's School

Day–only education in Chertsey for girls aged 11 to 18.

  • Address: Sir William Perkins's School, Guildford Road, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 9BN

  • Number of students: 585

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: non-denominational

  • Fees per term: £6,246

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 100%, academic scholarships (up to 50%) and art and design, drama, music, and sport scholarships (up to 25%)

  • A level results (2022): 90.2 A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022)): 87.1 A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 69

  • 11+ entry process: written tests in English and maths

  • Open day: available throughout the autumn term and in July

Admissions guide for Sir William Perkins's School

St Catherine's, Bramley

Day education and weekly, flexible and full boarding in Bramley for girls aged 11–18.

  • Address: St Catherine's, Station Road, Bramley, Guildford, Surrey, GU5 0DF

  • Number of students: 627

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Church of England

  • Fees per term: £6,975 (day fees), £11,660 (boarding fees)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 100% and academic scholarships (two up to 20% and two up to 10%)

  • A level results (2022): 94.5% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 89.9% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 39

  • 11+ entry process: entrance tests in English, maths, science and verbal reasoning

  • Open day: available every term

Admissions guide for St Catherine's

St Teresa's, Effingham

Day education in Dorking for girls aged 5–18 and weekly, flexible and full boarding for girls aged 11 to 18.

  • Address: St Teresa's, Effingham Hill, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6ST

  • Number of students: 629

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic/Christian

  • Fees per term: £6,495 (day pupils in Years 7–8), £9,995 (weekly boarders in Years 7–8), £11,095 (full boarders in Years 7–8)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries (tuition only) and non-means-tested scholarships (academic, art, drama, music, and sport)

  • A level results (2022): 70.3% A*–A

  • GCSE results (2022): 52.2% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: not provided

  • 11+ entry process: written tests in English, maths and verbal reasoning, and a 10-minute interview with the headmistress

  • Open day: September

Admissions guide for St Teresa's

Tormead School

Day-only education in Guildford for girls aged 4 to 18.

  • Address: Tormead School, Cranley Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 2JD

  • Number of students: 740

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: interdenominational

  • Fees per term: £5,904

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 100% and scholarships (academic, art, drama, music, and sport) up to 10%

  • A level results (2022): 79.8% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 75.8% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: not provided

  • 11+ entry process: ISEB Common Pre-Test, activity morning, interview and school reference

  • Open day: September and October

Admissions guide for Tormead School

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Woldingham School

Day education and weekly, flexible and full boarding in Woldingham for girls aged 11–18.

  • Address: Woldingham School, Marden Park, Woldingham, Surrey, CR3 7YA

  • Number of students: 626

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic

  • Fees per term: £7,720 (day fees for Years 7–8), £11,390 (weekly boarding fees for Years 7–8), £12,965 (full boarding fees for Years 7–8)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries and non-means-tested scholarships (academic, art, drama, music, performing arts, and sports)

  • A level results (2022): 82.7% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 78.3% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 140

  • 11+ entry process: ISEB Common Pre-Test, interview, and reference from current school

  • Open day: September and May

Admissions guide for Woldingham School


Boys' private schools in Surrey

There are four selective boys' private senior schools in Surrey:

Halliford School

Day-only education in Shepperton for boys aged 11–18 and girls aged 16–18.

  • Address: Halliford School, Russell Road, Shepperton, Surrey, TW17 9HX

  • Number of students: 451

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: all faiths

  • Fees per term: £6,400

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 100%, sibling discount (50% applied to the eldest child of three in attendance) and non-means-tested scholarships (academic, art, drama, music, and sport) up to 10%

  • A level results (2022): 60% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 97% 9–6 (A*–C)

  • League table national rank: not provided

  • 11+ entry process: written tests (English comprehension and composition, and maths), computer-adaptive tests (verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning), interview with the headmaster or deputy head, and school reference

  • Open day: October and February

Admissions guide for Halliford School

Reed's School

Day education in Cobham, and weekly, flexible and full boarding, for boys aged 11–18 and girls aged 16–18.

  • Address: Reed's School, Sandy Lane, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 2ES

  • Number of students: 795

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Church of England

  • Fees per term: £7,230 (day pupils in Years 7–8), £9,630 (boarding pupils in Years 7–8)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 100% and scholarships (academic, art, drama, music, and sport)

  • A level results (2022): 89% A*–B,

  • GCSE results (2022): 81% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 89

  • 11+ entry process: ISEB Common Pre-Test, interview, and school report

  • Open day: September

Admissions guide for Reed's School

RGS Guildford

Day-only education in Guildford for boys aged 11 to 18.

  • Address: Royal Grammar School, High Street, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 3BB

  • Number of students: 969

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: non-denominational

  • Fees per term: £6,840. Lunch is compulsory for Years 7–8 and costs £305 per term

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries (5%–100%) and non-means-tested scholarships (academic and music) of 5–10%

  • A level results (2022): 95.1% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 92% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 30

  • 11+ entry process: ISEB Common Pre-Test, interview, creative writing task and school reference

  • Open day: September/October

Admissions guide for RGS Guildford

St James Senior Boys' School

Day-only education in Ashford, Surrey for boys aged 11–18.

  • Address: St James Senior Boys' School, Church Road, Ashford, Surrey, TW15 3DZ

  • Number of students: 399

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: all faiths

  • Fees per term: £7,110 (includes lunch)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries and occasional scholarships (sport and music)

  • A level results (2022): 70.7% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 40.9% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 321

  • 11+ entry process: written tests in English, maths and verbal reasoning GL Assessment and parent and child interviews

  • Open day: October

Admissions guide to St James


Co-educational private schools in Surrey

18 selective private secondary schools in Surrey are co-educational (i.e. teach boys and girls together):

Belmont School

A co-educational day school in Dorking for ages 3 to 16, and weekly and flexible boarding for ages 7 to 16.

  • Address: Belmont School, Feldemore, Holmbury St Mary, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6LQ

  • Number of students: 192

  • Sixth form: no

  • Religious affiliation: Christian

  • Fees per term: £6,380 (Years 7–8) and an additional £1,765 for weekly boarders

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries, sibling discount (10% for third and 20% for fourth subsequent siblings – day fees only), and non-means-tested scholarships (art, design technology, drama, information technology, music, sport, and all-rounders)

  • GCSE results (2022): 64% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: not provided

  • 11+ entry process: taster day, school reference, school reports, interview and written tests in English, maths, and non-verbal reasoning

  • Open day: September, November and February

Admissions guide for Belmont School

Box Hill School

A co-educational day school with weekly, flexible and full boarding in Dorking for ages 11–18.

  • Address: Box Hill School, Old London Road, Mickleham, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6EA

  • Number of students: 398

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: all faiths

  • Fees per term: £6,400 (day pupils in Years 7–8), £6,800–£10,650 (flexi to full boarding pupils in Years 7–8)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries, and non-means-tested scholarships (academic, art, drama, music, and sport) up to 10%

  • A level results (2022): 56% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 19.9% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 394

  • 11+ entry process: interview, written tests (English comprehension, creative writing, and maths), and school report

  • Open day: regular events throughout the year

Admissions guide for Box Hill School

Caterham School

A co-educational day school in Caterham for ages 11–18 and weekly, flexible and full boarding for ages 13–18.

  • Address: Caterham School, Harestone Valley Road, Caterham, Surrey, CR3 6YA

  • Number of students: 965

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: United Reformed Church

  • Fees per term: £6,995 (day pupils), £11,830 (weekly boarders Years 9–13), £14,180 (full boarders Years 9–13)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 50%, means-tested assisted places up to 50%, means-tested support for children of URC clergy (30–100%), and non-means-tested scholarships (academic, art & design, chess, dance, drama, innovation & entrepreneurship, music, and sports) typically at 10% but up to 30% (or 50% for academic scholarships) at the head’s discretion

  • A level results (2022): 90% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 90% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 66

  • 11+ entry process: ISEB Common Pre-Test, interview, EDGE Experience Day (including a maths test and a creative, critical and innovative thinking test), and school reference

  • Open day: September, October and November

Admissions guide for Caterham School

Charterhouse

Day and full-boarding education in Godalming for boys and girls aged 13–18.

  • Address: Charterhouse, Hurtmore Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 2DX

  • Number of students: 944

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Christian

  • Fees per term: £12,180 (day fees), £14,740 (boarding fees)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 100% and non-means-tested scholarships of small financial award (academic, art, drama, music, and sport)

  • A level results (2022): 83% A*–B

  • IB results (2022): 60% 7–6

  • GCSE results (2022): 93% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 175

  • 13+ entry process: ISEB Common Pre-Test, interview, activity afternoon, and school reference

  • Open day: September and June

Admissions guide for Charterhouse

City of London Freemen's School

A co-educational day school in Ashtead for ages 7–18 and weekly, flexible and full boarding for ages 13–18.

  • Address: City of London Freemen's School, Ashtead Park, Ashtead, Surrey, KT21 1ET

  • Number of students: 905

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: all faiths

  • Fees per term: £6,051 (day pupils in Years 7–8), £11,592–£12,856 (weekly–full boarders Years 9–11)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 100%, non-means-tested scholarships (academic and music) up to 5%

  • A level results (2022): 90% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 86% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 71

  • 11+ entry process: written tests (English, maths and non-verbal reasoning), group activities and individual interview, and school report/reference

  • Open day: September and March

Admissions guide for City of London Freemen's School

Claremont Fan Court School

A co-educational day school in Esher for ages 2 to 18.

  • Address: Claremont Fan Court School, Claremont Drive, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9LY

  • Number of students: 1,004

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: non-denominational

  • Fees per term: £6,370 (Years 7–9), £6,805 (Years 9–13). Lunch is compulsory and costs £325 per term.

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 100% and scholarships (academic, music and all-rounders) of £1,000 per year

  • A level results (2022): 84.1% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 59% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 191

  • 11+ entry process: written tests in English comprehension, creative writing, maths and non-verbal reasoning, interview, and recent school report

  • Open day: several throughout the school year

Admissions guide for Claremont Fan Court School

Cranleigh School

A co-educational day school with full boarding opportunities in Cranleigh for ages 13 to 18.

  • Address: Cranleigh School, Horseshoe Lane, Cranleigh, Surrey, GU6 8QQ

  • Number of students: 677

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Church of England

  • Fees per year: £35,175 (day pupils), £42,720 (boarding pupils)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries, sibling discount (20% for the third and £30% for subsequent siblings) and non-means-tested scholarships (academic, art, design engineering, drama, music, and sport) up to one-third of fees

  • A level results (2022): 83% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 72.9% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 150

  • 13+ entry process: ISEB Common Pre-Test, assessment day (interview, discussion group, creative writing test and team-building), school report and school reference

  • Open day: Saturday mornings throughout the school year

Admissions guide for Cranleigh School

Duke of Kent School

A co-educational day school in Ewhurst for ages 3 to 16.

  • Address: Duke of Kent School, Peaslake Road, Ewhurst, Surrey, GU6 7NS

  • Number of students: 314

  • Sixth form: no

  • Religious affiliation: all faiths

  • Fees per term: £6,605 (Years 7–8), £6,870 (Years 9–11)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries from 10% and non-means-tested scholarships (art, performing arts, music, sports, and all-rounder)

  • GCSE results (2022): 52% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank): not provided

  • 11+ entry process: CAT4 test and interview

  • Open day: September

Admissions guide for Duke of Kent School

Dunottar School

A co-educational day school in Reigate for ages 11 to 18.

  • Address: Dunottar School, High Trees Road, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 7EL

  • Number of students: 478

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: all faiths

  • Fees per term: £6,430 (monthly/termly direct debit), £6,515 (BACS/credit card). Lunch is compulsory and costs £260 per term.

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries (partial assistance) and non-means-tested scholarships (academic, art, music, performing arts, and sport)

  • A level results (2022): 71% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 50% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 300

  • 11+ entry process: Warrior Learner Assessments (individual and group activities), interview, and written tests (English, maths and non-verbal reasoning)

  • Open day: September, October and November

Admissions guide for Dunottar School

Epsom College

A co-educational day school in Epsom for ages 11 to 19, and weekly, flexible and full boarding for ages 13 to 19.

  • Address: Epsom College, College Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4JQ

  • Number of students: 1,067

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Church of England

  • Fees per term: £7,170 (day pupils in Years 7–8), £9,562 (day pupils in Years 9–13), £12,809–£14,101 (weekly–full boarders in Years 9–13)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 100%, academic scholarships (£750–£6,000 per year) and drama, music and sport scholarships (£750–£1,000 per year)

  • A level results (2022): 85.4% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 74.5% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 134

  • 11+ entry process: interview, written tests in English and maths, written tests in verbal and non-verbal reasoning (both set by GL Assessment), and school reference

  • Open day: September, March and June

Admissions guide for Epsom College

Ewell Castle School

A co-educational day school in Ewell for ages 2–18.

  • Address: Ewell Castle School, Church Street, Ewell, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 2AW

  • Number of students: 669

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Church of England

  • Fees per term: £6,380

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 50% and scholarships (academic, art, design technology, drama, music, sport, and tennis/cricket) with a fee remission of between 10% and 20%

  • A level results (2022): 67% A*/A

  • GCSE results (2022): 39% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 345

  • 11+ entry process: written tests in English and maths

  • Open day: September, February, March and June

Admissions guide for Ewell Castle School

Frensham Heights

A co-educational day school in Farnham for ages 3–18, with weekly, flexible and full boarding options for ages 11–18.

  • Address: Frensham Heights, Rowledge, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4EA

  • Number of students: 545

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: non-denominational

  • Fees per term: £6,780 (day pupils in Years 7–8), £8,430–£9,860 (flexi to weekly boarders in Years 7–8)

  • Financial assistance: limited means-tested bursaries. Scholarships are available but do not carry a monetary value.

  • A level results (2022): 67.5% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 41.9% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 335

  • 11+ entry process: interview, written tests (maths, spelling, English reading comprehension, and creative writing), school references and two recent school reports

  • Open day: September/October

Admissions guide for Frensham Heights

King Edward's Witley

A co-educational day school in Godalming with weekly, flexible and full boarding options for children aged 11 to 18.

  • Address: King Edward's Witley, Petworth Road, Witley, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 5SG

  • Number of students: 421

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Church of England

  • Fees per term: £5,960 (day pupils in Years 7–8), £11,195–£11,790 (weekly/full boarders in Years 7–8)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 50% (or 100% in exceptional circumstances), non-means-tested scholarships (academic, art, design & technology, drama, music, and sport), sibling and armed forces discounts

  • A level results (2022): 60% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 47% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 357

  • 11+ entry process: ISEB Common Pre-Test, interview, and school reference

  • Open day: October, January and March

Admissions guide for King Edward's Witley

Lingfield College

A co-educational day school in Lingfield for ages 2 to 18.

  • Address: Lingfield College, St Piers Lane, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6PN

  • Number of students: 892

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Christian

  • Fees per term: £6,129 (Years 7–11), £6,252 (sixth form). The school fees include lunch

  • Financial assistance: one fully-funded place each year, two partially-funded places each year (50%) and non-means-tested scholarships (academic, music and sport) up to 20%

  • A level results (2022): 53.4% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 59.4% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 159

  • 11+ entry process: written tests (verbal reasoning, English comprehension, creative writing, and maths) and school report

  • Open day: September

Admissions guide for Lingfield College

Reigate Grammar School

A co-educational day school in Reigate for children aged 11–18.

  • Address: Reigate Grammar School, Reigate Road, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 0QS

  • Number of students: 1,085

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: all faiths

  • Fees per term: £7,050 (Years 7–8), £7,195 (Years 9–13)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 100%, non-means-tested academic, music, and sport scholarships (up to £1,000) and sibling discount (5% for the second child and 10% for subsequent children for those educated at RGS, Reigate St Mary’s Prep or Chinthurst School)

  • A level results (2022): 94.3% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 91.7% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 34

  • 11+ entry process: written tests (English, maths, and non-verbal reasoning) and interview

  • Open day: September

Admissions guide for Reigate Grammar School

St George's College Weybridge

A co-educational day school in Addlestone for children aged 11–18.

  • Address: St George's College, Weybridge Road, Addlestone, Surrey, KT15 2QS

  • Number of students: 1,025

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic

  • Fees per term: £7,560

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries up to 100% and non-means-tested academic, art, drama, music and sport scholarships (10%)

  • A level results (2022): 88.5% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 80.8% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 92

  • 11+ entry process: Online tests in verbal and non-verbal reasoning (CEM Select), written tests in English and maths, interview, and school reference

  • Open day: April and September

Admissions guide for St George's College

St John's School, Leatherhead

A co-educational day school in Leatherhead for ages 11 to 18 with weekly, flexible and full boarding options.

  • Address: St John’s School, Epsom Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 8SP

  • Number of students: 843

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Church of England

  • Fees per term: £7,500 (Years 7–8), £8,520 (Years 9–13). Fees are inclusive of lunch

  • Financial assistance: partial means-tested bursaries and non-means-tested scholarships (academic, art, design & engineering, drama, music, sport and all-rounders) – although these may not always carry financial value

  • A level results (2022): 87.3% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 81.6% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 97

  • 11+ entry process: remote interview, written English and maths tests, online abilities assessment (verbal, numerical and non-verbal ability), and school report

  • Open day: autumn and spring terms

Admissions guide for St John's Leatherhead

The Royal School, Haslemere

A co-educational day school in Haslemere for ages 0 to 19 with weekly, flexible and full boarding options for ages 11–19.

  • Address: The Royal School, Farnham Lane, Haslemere, Surrey, GU27 1HQ

  • Number of students: 320

  • Sixth form: yes

  • Religious affiliation: Church of England

  • Fees per term: £6,414 (day pupils), £9,435–£10,731 (weekly–full boarders)

  • Financial assistance: means-tested bursaries providing partial assistance, and non-means-tested scholarships (academic, art, music, performance, and sport)

  • A level results (2022): 59.1% A*–B

  • GCSE results (2022): 33.2% A*/A/9/8/7

  • League table national rank: 379

  • 11+ entry process: not academically-selective

  • Open day: September, October and November

Admissions information for The Royal School, Haslemere

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