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The Old Vicarage School

The Old Vicarage School is a leading independent prep school for girls aged 3 to 11 in Richmond, London.

Richmond upon ThamesPrepGirlsAges 3–11Day365 pupils
Day fees
£14,445
How competitive entry is
Observation + School ExamCompetitive entry
Pupils
365
Founded
Next deadline
Open day: TBC
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Our take

Independent girls prep school in Surrey for ages 3–11. Selective entry.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11.
  • Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
  • Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
Watch-outs
Know before applying
  • Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
  • 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.
  • Single-sex (girls). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
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About the head

To educate our girls to their highest level of academic achievement providing them with opportunities to embrace new challenges with confidence. To prepare them to become responsible and compassionate global citizens who are creative and ambitious in their outlook. An Old Vicarage School pupil is a diligent, happy, confident and considerate girl, who achieves personal success through challenge, inspiration and support. We C-A-R-E: Curious, Ambitious, Resilient, Empathetic. Committed to equality, inclusion and diversity.

Activities & co-curricular

sport

Sport

music

Music

drama

Drama

academic club

Languages11+ Preparation

service

Friends of OVS Events

other

ArtForest SchoolBuddiesTrips and Visits

Facilities

sports

Barnes Hockey Club (off-site)Playing Fields at Old Deer Park (off-site)Swimming Pool at Pools on the Park (off-site)

arts

Art StudiosMusic RoomsRichmond Theatre (off-site)

academic

ClassroomsForest School Site (off-site)Grade 2* Listed Castle BuildingLibraryScience Labs

wellbeing

Dining HallPlayground

Recent coverage

The Old Vicarage School celebrated outstanding 11 Plus results for their class of 2026, highlighting strong academic achievement. The school was also recognized as finalists in the GSA Choir of the Year and received a Highly Commended award from Muddy Stilettos for Best Experiential Learning. Additionally, it was shortlisted for the Small Independent School of the Year at the Independent Schools Awards and for Innovation in Education at the Talk Education Awards in 2024.

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Application timeline

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Registration opensPassed
1 Sept 2025
Registration closesPassed
31 Jan 2026
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Registration windows
YearOpensClosesReply byStatus
2026-271 Sept 202531 Jan 2026TBCClosed

Open events

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Fees

£14,445per year · Day · 2026-27
VAT-inclusive estimate £14,445VAT status TBCYear 7-13 projection £114,091
vs London avg (£24,000)40% below
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

Bursaries & Scholarships

Inspection

Isi 7 Oct 2025

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

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Term dates 2025-2026

autumn2 Sept 202512 Dec 2025Half-term 20 Oct 2025–31 Oct 2025
spring6 Jan 202627 Mar 2026Half-term 16 Feb 2026–20 Feb 2026
summer20 Apr 202610 Jul 2026Half-term 25 May 2026–5 Jun 2026
autumn1 Sept 202611 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
spring5 Jan 202726 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
summer19 Apr 20279 Jul 2027Half-term 24 May 2027–4 Jun 2027

Schools like The Old Vicarage School

Ranked by semantic similarity across curriculum, ethos, intake and admissions style. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

73%

Woldingham School

Tandridge · Senior · Ages 11–18
£24,990 – £35,178
71%

Westbury House School

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£2,589 – £15,534
71%

Lavender Lodge School

Merton · All Through · Ages 4–12
Fees TBC
70%

Al-Khair School

Croydon · Prep · Ages 4–16
£2,400 – £3,600
70%

Marymount International School

Kingston upon Thames · Senior · Ages 11–18
£39,540
69%

Cranleigh School

Waverley · All Through · Ages 3–18
£22,230 – £46,800

Questions parents ask

Common questions about The Old Vicarage School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is The Old Vicarage School best for?+

Independent girls prep school in Surrey for ages 3–11. Selective entry.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.

Are fees published?+

Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.

Does the school support SEND?+

SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has identified needs, contact admissions early to discuss capacity.

Are there open days?+

1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

phone on +44 20 8940 4111 or the registrars listed in the contact card. 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 The Old Vicarage School — see the "Schools like The Old Vicarage School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 14 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

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