Elmhurst School
Elmhurst School is a coeducational prep school offering a broad and engaging curriculum with small class sizes and a focus on academic excellence and personal development.
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About Elmhurst School
Elmhurst School offers a coeducational environment welcoming boys and girls from nursery age through to Year 6. The school emphasizes academic excellence, personal development, and nurturing individual talents. It provides wraparound care from 8am to 6pm and offers flexible payment options. The school runs open days, virtual open events, private visits, and stay and play sessions for pre-schoolers. The admissions process includes registration, taster sessions, and assessments. Elmhurst supports mid-year admissions and provides pastoral and academic support to help new pupils settle in and catch up.
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Croydon for ages 1–11. Non-selective intake.
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 1–11.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Application timeline
- TBCOpen dayTo be confirmed2026-05-13T19:00:00Virtual Open Event
- TBCInterviewTo be confirmedBy appointment during school dayPrivate Visits with the Head
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
Distinctive features
coeducational
small class sizes
broad curriculum
personalised teaching
monthly Stay and Play sessions for pre-schoolers
Elmhurst EDGE character development programme
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
other
On campusFacilities
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
wellbeing
OutcomesLatest exam results
Latest exam results
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Where leavers go
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| US Ivy | 0 |
CurriculumQualifications offered
Qualifications offered
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Is Elmhurst School right for your child?
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Check fit for my childCalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Term dates 2026/27
PathwaysWhere pupils go 2026 · 14 offers
Where pupils go 2026 · 14 offers
GovernancePolicies & documents
Policies & documents
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FAQQuestions parents ask
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Elmhurst School best for?+
Elmhurst School suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 1–11; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
How much are the fees at Elmhurst School?+
Day fees at Elmhurst School range from £14,541 to £23,468 per year in 2026-27. Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Elmhurst School?+
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How does admissions work?+
Elmhurst School is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.
Does Elmhurst School support SEND?+
Elmhurst School offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.
What ages does Elmhurst School take?+
Elmhurst School takes pupils from age 1 to 11.
Is Elmhurst School a day or boarding school?+
Elmhurst School is a day school.
Is Elmhurst School co-educational or single-sex?+
Elmhurst School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Elmhurst School?+
Elmhurst School is in Croydon, CR2 7DW.
How do I contact admissions at Elmhurst School?+
Contact Elmhurst School by email at admissions@elmhurstschool.net or phone on 02086880661.