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St Cedd's School

St Cedd's School is an independent co-educational day prep school near the centre of Chelmsford, Essex, for boys and girls aged 3 to 11.

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At a glance

Key facts

Head
Matthew Clarke
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
321
Location
Chelmsford
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
3 to 11
School type
Mainstream
Religious ethos
Christian
ISI inspection
Inspected 2025

Our take

Independent co-ed school for ages 3–11.

Best for
  • Children aged 3–11.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
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.
  • Location detail is sparse in our profile — verify postcode and tube/rail link before counting on commute time.
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Application timeline

Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.

Open events

Open MorningThis week
9am
November Open Morning

Fees

£11,985 – £18,360per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.

Bursaries & Scholarships

Scholarships
1
Means Tested
Scholarships→Bursaries→

Recent updates

28 Sept 2026 · School website

British Council International School Award success for St Cedd’s School St Cedd's School in Chelmsford has received the British Council's International School Award for its work bringing the world into the classroom, including a long-standing partnership with Indraprastha World School in New Delhi. The school's Head, Matthew Clarke, said the recognition reflects pupils' curiosity, compassion and global outlook.

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Questions parents ask

What kind of child is St Cedd's School best for?+

St Cedd's School suits: Children aged 3–11; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.

How much are the fees at St Cedd's School?+

Day fees at St Cedd's School are £3,995 to £6,120 a term in 2026-27 (£11,985 to £18,360 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.

When is the next open day at St Cedd's School?+

The next open morning at St Cedd's School is on 18 November 2026. Booking is usually required.

How does admissions work?+

We don't hold full admissions details for St Cedd's School. Ask the school directly.

Does St Cedd's School support SEND?+

We don't hold SEND details for St Cedd's School. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.

What ages does St Cedd's School take?+

St Cedd's School takes pupils from age 3 to 11.

Is St Cedd's School a day or boarding school?+

St Cedd's School is a day school.

Is St Cedd's School co-educational or single-sex?+

St Cedd's School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.

Where is St Cedd's School?+

St Cedd's School is in Chelmsford, CM2 0AR.

How do I contact admissions at St Cedd's School?+

Contact St Cedd's School by phone on 01245392810.

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