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There is a very real emphasis on wellbeing, with masses of integrated therapy embedded throughout the school's offering.
Data profile
Abingdon House School Purley
Independent co-ed all-through school in Croydon for ages 11–17. Top-tier London fees.
- ISI Good
- Fees £51.6k/yr
- co-ed
- Purley, Croydon
Entry points & fees
| Entry | Year | Places | Assessment | Day fee (max) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11+ | Senior School | — | Taster / assessment day · Observation | £51.6k |
| 13+ | — | — | Taster / assessment day · Observation | £51.6k |
Inspections
OFSTED
Good
Inspected 2024-05-14
Editorial verdict
overview
A highly reputed, popular all-through school for children with specific learning difficulties including dyslexia, dyspraxia and ADD/ADHD. There is a very real emphasis on wellbeing, plus masses of integrated therapy and plenty of extracurricular activities — ensuring a properly well-rounded education and the best start in life for those who might otherwise struggle in mainstream school.
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The school specialises in supporting children with specific learning difficulties including dyslexia, dyspraxia and ADD/ADHD. Integrated therapy is a core feature of the school's provision.
Compare with peers
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Rutherford School shares co-ed day status, covers a broad age range including 11+ and 13+, and is nearby in Surrey South Croydon within 4km, fitting the same selectivity tier.
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Bright Minds Creative Academy is co-ed day, located in Croydon within 4km, and overlaps entry phases 7+ and 11+, with a non-selective ethos compatible with the target's tier.
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Roehampton Gate School is co-ed day, covers entry phases 7+ to 16+, and is within a reasonable 18km commute in Wandsworth, sharing the same selectivity tier.
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Centre Academy London is co-ed day, selective entry overlapping 7+ to 16+, and located 15km away in Battersea, London, fitting the same tier and ethos of independent education.
How peers are chosen
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