The Mall School
The Mall School is a small and friendly co-educational prep school with strong academic achievements and excellent art, music and sports facilities.
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About The Mall School
The Mall School offers education from Nursery (6 months+) through to Year 6 (age 11). The school has main entry points at Nursery, Reception (4+), and Year 3 (7+), with occasional places available in other year groups. The school provides a nurturing environment with a broad curriculum including weekly swimming lessons, and a wide range of co-curricular clubs, many free of charge. Nursery care includes meals, snacks, nappies, creams, and swimming classes. The school is committed to broadening access through bursaries from age 7+.
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Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Richmond upon Thames for ages 1–11. Non-selective intake.
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 1–11.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Application timeline
- TBCOpen dayTo be confirmed2026-05-15T09:30:00Next Open Morning
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
Questions about The Mall School?
Quick answers about The Mall School
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Bursaries & Scholarships
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
other
On campusFacilities
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
wellbeing
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Is The Mall School right for your child?
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Check fit for my childPastoral careWellbeing
Wellbeing
wellbeing survey to gauge how they are developing resilience, independence and self-esteem. These results are also used for assembly topics or PSHE lessons. #### How we keep your children safe The Department of Education issues statutory guidance on a school’s duties to safeguard and promote children’s welfare. As well as adhering to the guidance, we have strict protocols around recruitment and new staff training, with dedicated Safeguarding staff. Mall parents say A small, caring school where individual needs are quickly identified and met.
RegulationInspection
Inspection
ISI inspection, 10 Sept 2025
2 reports on file.
- Isi · Routine Inspection25 Feb 2025Standards partially met
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Term dates 2026/27
GovernancePolicies & documents
Policies & documents
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FAQQuestions parents ask
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is The Mall School best for?+
The Mall School suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 1–11; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
How much are the fees at The Mall School?+
Day fees at The Mall School are £6,295 to £7,072 a term in 2026-27 (£18,885 to £21,216 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at The Mall School?+
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How does admissions work?+
The Mall School is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.
Does The Mall School support SEND?+
The Mall School offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.
What ages does The Mall School take?+
The Mall School takes pupils from age 1 to 11.
Is The Mall School a day or boarding school?+
The Mall School is a day school.
Is The Mall School co-educational or single-sex?+
The Mall School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is The Mall School?+
The Mall School is in Richmond upon Thames, TW2 5NQ.
How do I contact admissions at The Mall School?+
Contact The Mall School by email at admissions@themallschool.org.uk or phone on 02089772523.