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Royal Russell School

Royal Russell School is a co-educational all-through school with day and boarding options, offering education from Nursery through Sixth Form.

Day fees
£17,106 – £28,944
Entry
School Exam + InterviewSelective
Next deadline
Fri 23 Oct 2026Registration closes
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance

Key facts

Head
Chris Hutchinson
Headmaster
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
1,296
524 girls, 739 boys
Location
Croydon
Day or boarding
Day and boarding
Age range
3 to 18
Religious ethos
Christian
Founded
1853
Sixth form
271 pupils
Entry points
3+, 4+, 11+, 13+, 16+
ISI inspection
Inspected 2025
Nearest station
Coombe Lane
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Scholarships
Academic, Music, Art +2
A-level A*–A
54%
2024
GCSE 9–7
59%
2024
Overview

About Royal Russell School

Royal Russell School welcomes prospective families warmly and provides supportive guidance throughout the admissions journey. The school offers entry points at Nursery, Reception, 3+, 11+, 13+, and 16+ (Sixth Form). Registration fees vary by stage and boarding status. Open events and tours are available to experience school life.

Our take

Independent co-ed all-through school in Croydon for ages 3–18, day or boarding. Non-selective intake.

Best for
  • Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–18) rather than separate prep + senior.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
  • Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
  • Internationally-mobile families wanting IB or American-style qualifications rather than only A-levels.
Watch-outs
  • Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
  • SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
AI-generated guidance

Application timeline

  1. TBC
    Registration opensTo be confirmed
    Last year: 1 Sept 2025
  2. TBC
    Registration closesTo be confirmed
    Last year: 31 Mar 2026

Not yet published: open day, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.

Open events

Private tours by arrangement with admissions.

Fees

£17,106 – £28,944per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
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Bursaries & Scholarships

Activities & co-curricular

sport

Academic PEBasketball AcademyBasketball ClubFootball AcademyFootball ClubHockey AcademyHockey ClubHouse SportLeisure SwimMulti Sports ClubNetball AcademyNetball ClubRunning ClubSwim Squad
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Table Tennis ClubTrampolining Club

music

Chamber ChoirChamber MusicChoirJamming SessionMusic TheoryOrchestraSwing BandTraining Band

drama

Drama TechNational Theatre Playwriting ClubTrinity Drama

academic club

Biology ChallengeComputer Science ClubDesign & Technology ClubExplore ChristianityGeography ClubJapanese ClubLatin ClubLinguistics ClubMandarin ClubMaths Games ClubModel United Nations (MUN)STEM ClubTheology & Philosophy DebateTouch Typing Club

service

Amnesty International ClubCombined Cadet Force (CCF)Duke of Edinburgh Scheme

other

Art & Design ClubChess ClubFood ClubPhotography & Photoshop ClubPuzzles and Games ClubRoyal Russell School NewspaperRoyal Russell Young Drivers' ClubScrabble ClubSpecialist Drawing Club

Facilities

boarding

Boarding Houses

wellbeing

Medical Centre

Latest exam results

54%
A-level A*–A
59%
GCSE 9–7

Data from 2024 results

Where leavers go

1%
to Oxbridge (2025)
39%
to Russell Group
2025
Cohort123
Oxbridge1
Russell Group48
US Ivy0
Top universities (2025)
Loughborough UniversityKing's College LondonDurham UniversityUniversity of EdinburghUniversity of BathUniversity of NottinghamUniversity of ExeterUniversity of Sheffield

Qualifications offered

GCSEA LevelIBDP

Notable alumni

Jade Johnson (Olympic long jumper)Tom Mitchell (rugby union player)Kadeena Cox (Paralympic athlete and cyclist)
Recommended next step

Registration closes 23 Oct 2026 (Reception)

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Wellbeing

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Inspection

ISI inspection, 9 Dec 2025

Standards met
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Term dates 2026/27

Autumn9 Sept 2026 → 16 Dec 2026
Spring7 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 12 Feb 2027–22 Feb 2027
Summer13 Apr 2027 → 7 Jul 2027Half-term 28 May 2027–8 Jun 2027

Royal Russell School term dates and holidays →

Feeder schools

1 offer

Policies & documents

Schools like Royal Russell School

65%

Rokeby School

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£20,158 – £25,601
64%

Kew House School

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£31,525
64%

Kingston Grammar School

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£29,250
64%

The Harrodian School

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£21,189 – £31,950
64%

Ravenscourt Park Preparatory School

Hammersmith and Fulham · Pre-prep · Ages 4–11
£21,579 – £27,144
64%

Croydon High School

Croydon · All-through · Ages 3–18
£25,548

Questions parents ask

What kind of child is Royal Russell School best for?+

Royal Russell School suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–18) rather than separate prep + senior; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment; Internationally-mobile families wanting IB or American-style qualifications rather than only A-levels.

How much are the fees at Royal Russell School?+

Day fees at Royal Russell School are £5,702 to £9,648 a term in 2026-27 (£17,106 to £28,944 a year). Boarding fees are £19,072 a term in 2026-27 (£57,216 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.

When is the next open day at Royal Russell School?+

No dates are listed yet. Save Royal Russell School and we'll email you when booking opens.

How does admissions work?+

Royal Russell School is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.

Does Royal Russell School support SEND?+

We don't hold SEND details for Royal Russell School. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.

What ages does Royal Russell School take?+

Royal Russell School takes pupils from age 3 to 18.

Is Royal Russell School a day or boarding school?+

Royal Russell School offers both day and boarding places.

Is Royal Russell School co-educational or single-sex?+

Royal Russell School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.

Where is Royal Russell School?+

Royal Russell School is in Croydon, CR9 5BX.

How do I contact admissions at Royal Russell School?+

Contact Royal Russell School by email at admissions@royalrussell.co.uk or phone on 02086574433.

Updated 14 May 2026. Sources: school website, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, Sunday Times Parent Power and Wikipedia.