Rutherford School
Rutherford School is part of the Garwood Foundation, providing education and care for people with profound, multiple, acquired or other disabilities.
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About Rutherford School
Founded in 1952, Garwood provides a range of services for people with disabilities in Croydon and the surrounding boroughs. Our focus is to promote the care, welfare, interest, treatment and advancement of education of people with profound, multiple, acquired or other disabilities.
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Independent co-ed all-through school in Croydon for ages 3–25. Non-selective intake.
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–25) 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.
- Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Application timeline
- TBCOpen dayTo be confirmedBy arrangementPrivate Tours Available
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, 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
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Activities & co-curricular
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What kind of child is Rutherford School best for?+
Rutherford School suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–25) 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 Rutherford School?+
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How does admissions work?+
Rutherford School is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.
Does Rutherford School support SEND?+
Rutherford School has a dedicated SEN unit. Check the details with admissions.
What ages does Rutherford School take?+
Rutherford School takes pupils from age 16 to 25.
Is Rutherford School a day or boarding school?+
Rutherford School is a day school.
Is Rutherford School co-educational or single-sex?+
Rutherford School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Rutherford School?+
Rutherford School is in Croydon, CR2 7HZ.
How do I contact admissions at Rutherford School?+
Contact Rutherford School by email at rutherford@rutherfordschool.org.uk or phone on 02086887560.