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The Sybil Elgar School

The Sybil Elgar School is a co-educational independent school in London for pupils aged 4 to 22, offering day and boarding.

EalingAll ThroughCo Ed, becoming co-educationalAges 4–22Day86 pupils
Day fees
Fees TBC
How competitive entry is
Observation + InterviewCompetitive entry
Pupils
86
Founded
1965
Next deadline
Open day: TBC
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Independent co-ed school in Ealing for ages 4–22, day or boarding.

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Who thrives here
  • Children aged 4–22.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
Watch-outs
Know before applying
  • 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.
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Open events

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

Fees

Fees TBCper year · Day · 2025-26
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

About the head

Sybil Elgar School puts the needs of autistic children and young people first, providing a safe, respectful, and inspiring environment. The school celebrates diversity, promotes compassion and tolerance, and strives to prepare learners for independent adult life through specialist education and a broad, creative curriculum underpinned by autism-specific best practice and strong partnerships with families.

Activities & co-curricular

sport

Physical Education (PE)ClimbingSwimming

music

Music

drama

DanceDrama

service

Market stall salesWork experience

other

ArtCamping tripsYogaSeaside trips

Facilities

arts

Multi-sensory dance and drama studioPerformance theatre spaceMusic centre / music roomArt room

academic

Student-designed cafeteria and dining roomOutdoor gym (in development)Catering-standard teaching kitchenFull-height atriumSpecialist classrooms

wellbeing

Outdoor leisure area

Recent coverage

The Sybil Elgar School, part of the National Autistic Society, has been actively involved in advocacy and community support throughout 2026, including launching a petition for the LDAN Bill and addressing concerns about SEND safety, with nearly two-thirds of staff expressing worries. In March 2026, HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh opened a new autism centre in Randalstown, enhancing facilities for autistic individuals. The school and its associated services continue to focus on improving autism assessment waiting times and promoting autistic rights, highlighted by their designation as the 2027 TCS London Marathon Official Charity of the Year.

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Inspection

Ofsted 8 Oct 2024

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

Outstanding
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Term dates 2025-2026

autumn3 Nov 202519 Dec 2025
spring23 Feb 202627 Mar 2026
summer8 Jun 202631 Jul 2026

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Questions parents ask

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

What kind of child is The Sybil Elgar School best for?+

The Sybil Elgar School suits: Children aged 4–22; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions style isn't fully documented in our profile. Contact the school directly using the details in the contact card.

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?+

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 02088139168 or the enquiry form on this page. 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 Sybil Elgar School — see the "Schools like The Sybil Elgar School" grid on this page. 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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Frequently asked questions

What ages does The Sybil Elgar School take?
The Sybil Elgar School takes pupils from age 4 to 22.
Is The Sybil Elgar School a day or boarding school?
The Sybil Elgar School is a day school.
Is The Sybil Elgar School co-educational or single-sex?
The Sybil Elgar School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is The Sybil Elgar School?
The Sybil Elgar School is in Ealing, UB2 4NY.

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