Pupils from Cumnor House Girls' School have been offered places at Alleyns, Bromley High School, Downe House, Caterham, City of London Girls, Croydon High, Godolphin and Latymer, JAGS, Old Palace, Reigate Grammar, Royal Russell, Surbiton High, Sutton High, Woldingham, and Wycombe Abbey in the last three years.
All-through school
Cumnor House Girls' School
Cumnor House School provides a unique, values-led experience, bridging co-ed and single-sex education with its extraordinary Early Years and school sites. The school offers excellent learning locations with a wide range of facilities, sports, arts and extra-curricular opportunities alongside a robust academic curriculum.
Day fees
£10,650 – £15,450
Entry
Taster Day + Non SelectiveSelective
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Shawn Bolton
Head
Gender
Girls
Pupils
131
Location
Purley, Croydon
Suburban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
4 to 11
Founded
2010
Entry points
3+, 4+, 5+, 7+, 11+
Nearest station
Wandle Park
School buses
Yes
School day
7.30am to 6pm
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Saturday school
No
Wraparound care
Available
Bursaries
Available
Scholarships
Other, Academic, Sport +1
Overview
About Cumnor House Girls' School
Cumnor House Girls School is an independent prep school for girls aged 4-11 in South Croydon. Part of the Cumnor House family (Blenheim Schools), it prepares girls for 11+ entry to senior schools, with strong Learning Support, music, sport and performing arts provision.
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Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent girls all-through school in Croydon for ages 3–16.
Best for
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–16) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
Watch-outs
- Single-sex (girls). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- TBCOpen dayTo be confirmedAvailable on request - book via formPrivate Tours
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£10,650 – £15,450per year · Day · est. (3 x term)
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
Distinctive features
Early Years and school sites
Values-led experience
Broad extra-curricular activities
Transparent fees and flexible payment plans
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
FootballSki trip (annual)Sports toursSwimmingTable tennis
music
Music tours
drama
Drama club
academic club
Chess club
other
Before and After School ClubBreakfast ClubDay trips (Hampton Court Palace, Tower of London, Bocketts Farm)European visits (e.g. Year 7 Paris trip)Mindful Lego (art and Lego therapists)Mindful yogaOvernight residentials (Cuffley Active Learning Centre)Tea-Time Club (Kindergarten & Pre-School)
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
10-acre playing field (Boys' School)200m running trackMulti Use Games Area (MUGA)Sports hall (Gymnastics, Dance, PE)Swimming pool
arts
Raised stage performance venue
academic
Design technology roomFood technology classroomMusic roomOne-to-one devices (Year 3 and above)Outdoor learning classroom and play activity stations (Early Years)Science labs
wellbeing
Nurture rooms
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
11+13+Common Entrance
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
November 2025
The inspection team observed lessons, assemblies, extra-curricular activities, and held discussions with staff and pupils at Cumnor House School for Girls.
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Pastoral care
Wellbeing
Cumnor House Girls promotes a culture of understanding, integrity, compassion and empathy, with character virtues such as endeavour, belief and courage underpinning its ethos. Children are supported to 'bounce back' from adversity through core activities including residentials, public speaking and life skills work.
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn2 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring5 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer13 Apr 2027 → 2 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027
GovernancePolicies & documents
Governance
Policies & documents
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Cumnor House Girls' School best for?+
Cumnor House Girls' School suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–16) rather than separate prep + senior; Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
How much are the fees at Cumnor House Girls' School?+
Day fees at Cumnor House Girls' School are £3,550 to £5,150 a term (£10,650 to £15,450 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Cumnor House Girls' School?+
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How does admissions work?+
We don't hold full admissions details for Cumnor House Girls' School. Ask the school directly.
Does Cumnor House Girls' School support SEND?+
Cumnor House Girls' School offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.
What ages does Cumnor House Girls' School take?+
Cumnor House Girls' School takes pupils from age 4 to 11.
Is Cumnor House Girls' School a day or boarding school?+
Cumnor House Girls' School is a day school.
Is Cumnor House Girls' School co-educational or single-sex?+
Cumnor House Girls' School is a girls' school.
Where is Cumnor House Girls' School?+
Cumnor House Girls' School is in Croydon, CR8 3HB.
How do I contact admissions at Cumnor House Girls' School?+
Contact Cumnor House Girls' School by email at admissions@cumnorhouse.com or phone on 02086680050.
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