March 2021
The New School, founded by Lucy Stephens, had no Sats and no behaviour policy and used a democratic decision-making model for pupils and staff.
Pre-prep school
The New School
The New School offers an alternative to mainstream education for young people aged 4 to 16, fostering agency through a balance of the National Curriculum and self-directed project based learning.
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At a glance
Key facts
Head
Lucy Stephens
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
97
51 girls, 51 boys
Location
Crystal Palace, Croydon
Urban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
4 to 16
Founded
2019
Entry points
4+
School buses
No
Saturday school
No
Bursaries
Up to 100% of fees
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Scholarships
Academic
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent co-ed school in Croydon for ages 4–5.
Best for
- Children aged 4–5.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
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- Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
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Admissions
Application timeline
No 4+ dates published yet.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
Fees TBCper year · day
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
music
Music technology, composition and performanceMusic Tuition and Technology
academic club
School councilSelf-directed learning projects
other
Active School CouncilArt Exhibitions
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
arts
Music tuition and technologyCreative spaces
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
GCSE
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What kind of child is The New School best for?+
The New School suits: Children aged 4–5; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
When is the next open day at The New School?+
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How does admissions work?+
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Does The New School support SEND?+
The New School offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.
What ages does The New School take?+
The New School takes pupils from age 4 to 16.
Is The New School a day or boarding school?+
The New School is a day school.
Is The New School co-educational or single-sex?+
The New School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is The New School?+
The New School is in Croydon, SE19 1RT.
How do I contact admissions at The New School?+
Contact The New School by email at admissions@thenewschool.org.uk or phone on 02045130505.
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