Holy Cross Preparatory School
Holy Cross Preparatory School is a Catholic day school for girls aged 3 to 11, offering a nurturing and academically focused environment.
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Our take
Independent girls prep school in Kingston upon Thames for ages 3–11. Non-selective intake, catholic ethos.
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
- Families who value a catholic ethos in school life.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
- The catholic ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
- 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.
About the head
“Ignite the spark that shapes the life”
The School's mission is to provide a Christian education based on gospel values, respect for all faiths, and to enable each person to realise their full potential while developing God-given gifts and talents.
Distinctive features
On-site Forest School
Extensive 8-acre grounds
Strong scholarship record
Two form entry with small classes
Broad co-curricular program
Specialist teaching including computing, French, music, PE, drama, art
Exceptional sports facilities including floodlit 3G pitch
Focus on character development and mindfulness
Exemption from EYFS framework allowing enriched curriculum
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
other
Facilities
sports
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academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
Girls perform very well academically, with results well above the national average and and
Where leavers go
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 42 |
| Oxbridge | 0 |
| Russell Group | 0 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
| Medicine | 0 |
Recent coverage
In July 2024, Holy Cross Preparatory School achieved a 100% pass rate in reading, writing, and maths for Year 6 pupils, with the majority exceeding national expectations. Additionally, 51% of Year 6 pupils received scholarships from their chosen senior schools, totaling 38 scholarships, including 14 academic, 16 sport, 3 all-rounder, 2 music, 1 art, and 2 drama scholarships. In July 2024, the school was recognized with the 'Ocean Friendly School Award' by the Marine Conservation Society for its eco club's efforts in promoting ocean conservation. In November 2023, the school underwent a routine inspection and was confirmed to meet all Independent School Standards, including safeguarding. (findmyschool.uk) As of April 2026, the school had a total of 301 pupils, all girls, with 10.3% receiving special educational needs support.
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 31 Mar 2026 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Excerpts
“While some independent schools choose to sit SATs, they are not required to do so and the UK government does not collect or publish their results.”
Latest resultsThis is an independent school and therefore does not have Key Stage 2 SATs results. While some independent schools choose to sit SATs, they are not required to do so and the UK government does not collect or publish their results. Find out more. Teaching & learning 22-24 Average...
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Wellbeing
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Inspection
Isi — 28 Nov 2023
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2026-27
Where pupils go 2025 · 14 offers
Policies & documents
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about Holy Cross Preparatory School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Holy Cross Preparatory School best for?+
Independent girls prep school in Kingston upon Thames for ages 3–11. Non-selective intake, catholic ethos.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are non-selective. Registration windows and required forms vary by entry point — check the admissions timeline above.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Yes — the school states support for dyslexia, dyspraxia, mild speech and language disorders, semantic pragmatic language disorders and others. Always confirm case-by-case capacity with admissions if your child has an EHCP.
Are there open days?+
3 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@holycrossprep.com or phone on 020 8942 0729. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
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