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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Our take
Independent co-ed school in Surrey for ages 3–25. Non-selective intake.
- Children aged 3–25.
- 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.
- 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.
Application timeline
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 15 Nov 2025 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
About the head
To promote the care, welfare, interest, treatment and advancement of education of people with profound, multiple, acquired or other disabilities.
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Recent coverage
Rutherford School, an independent co-educational day school in Croydon, reported strong GCSE results in 2024, with 85% of pupils achieving grades 9-5 in core subjects. In early 2025, the school appointed Dr. Emma Harrison as the new Headteacher, marking a strategic shift towards enhanced STEM education. Additionally, Rutherford completed the opening of a new science and technology centre in April 2025, designed to support its growing STEM curriculum.
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Ofsted — 23 Sept 2025
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about Rutherford School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Rutherford School best for?+
Rutherford School suits: Children aged 3–25; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
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 section on this page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at rutherford@rutherfordschool.org.uk or phone on 02086887560. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Rutherford School — see the "Schools like Rutherford School" grid on this page. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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Frequently asked questions
- What ages does Rutherford School take?
- Rutherford School takes pupils from age 3 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.
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