Maypole School opened a new site in Sunbury-on-Thames in September 2023 with an initial capacity of up to 18 pupils.
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Maypole School (Leigham Court)
Maypole School (Leigham Court) is a specialist SEMH school for pupils with social, emotional and mental health difficulties and additional complex needs.
Entry
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Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Adrienne Cherrywood OBE
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
60
9 girls, 43 boys
Location
Streatham, Lambeth
Urban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
5 to 19
Founded
2023
Entry points
7+, 11+, 13+, 16+
Ofsted inspection
Learning support
Additional provision
School day
8.50am to 2.30pm
Saturday school
No
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Scholarships
Academic
Overview
About Maypole School (Leigham Court)
Maypole School has two school sites that opened in Sep 2023, including Leigham Court (SW16 2QA). The school supports pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties and additional complex needs such as Anxiety, ASD, ADHD, FASD, PDA, OCD, ODD, Toxic Childhood Stress / ACEs, Attachment difficulties, Developmental Trauma or Delay, Speech and Language difficulties, Cognition and Learning difficulties, Specific Learning Difficulties such as Dyslexia and Dyspraxia. Many pupils have displayed challenging behaviour at previous schools but feel safe and understood at Maypole. The school is family-owned and family-run, delivering better outcomes at lower cost to local authorities.
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Our take
Independent co-ed all-through school in Lambeth for ages 5–19. Non-selective intake.
Best for
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 5–19) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
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- Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- TBCOpen dayTo be confirmedJanuary 2024Taster Morning (Sunbury)
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
Fees TBCper year · day
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
Distinctive features
specialist SEMH provision
support for complex additional needs
multiple London sites
family-owned and run
beyond traditional academic focus
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Field to rear (Sunbury site)
academic
Maypole School Sunbury (capacity 18 pupils on-site)Maypole School Leigham Court, Streatham (capacity 45 pupils on-site)Maypole School Melville, South Croydon (capacity 55 pupils on-site, opening mid-April 2026)
wellbeing
Leigham Court Annex building (Therapists and school office)
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
Outcomes
Ofsted reports highlight exceptional individual development and excellent support for behaviour among pupils. Many pupils who were previously out of education are now thriving.
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Check fit for my childCalendarTerm dates 2026/27
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Term dates 2026/27
Autumn9 Sept 2026 → 18 Dec 2026
Spring6 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027
Summer14 Apr 2027 → 23 Jul 2027
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What kind of child is Maypole School (Leigham Court) best for?+
Maypole School (Leigham Court) suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 5–19) rather than separate prep + senior; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
When is the next open day at Maypole School (Leigham Court)?+
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How does admissions work?+
Maypole School (Leigham Court) is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.
Does Maypole School (Leigham Court) support SEND?+
Maypole School (Leigham Court) offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.
What ages does Maypole School (Leigham Court) take?+
Maypole School (Leigham Court) takes pupils from age 5 to 19.
Is Maypole School (Leigham Court) a day or boarding school?+
Maypole School (Leigham Court) is a day school.
Is Maypole School (Leigham Court) co-educational or single-sex?+
Maypole School (Leigham Court) is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Maypole School (Leigham Court)?+
Maypole School (Leigham Court) is in Lambeth, SW16 2QA.
How do I contact admissions at Maypole School (Leigham Court)?+
Contact Maypole School (Leigham Court) by email at jherring@maypoleschool.co.uk or phone on 02038870395.
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