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The Write Time

The Write Time is the UK’s first William Glasser Quality School, providing a nurturing, inclusive environment where students with special education needs achieve success both in school and beyond.

Day fees
£24,700
Entry
Non Selective + ReferenceSelective
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance

Key facts

Head
Lana Philippson
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
59
14 girls, 42 boys
Location
Croydon
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
11 to 18
Founded
2014
Entry points
11+, 13+, 16+
Ofsted inspection
Learning support
Additional provision
Scholarships
Academic
Overview

About The Write Time

The Write Time Independent School supports pupils with special educational needs including ASD, Asperger’s, ADHD, Global Developmental Delay, PTSD, Dyslexia, and Dyscalculia. The school offers a bespoke curriculum tailored to individual needs, combining specialist SEN support, vocational and academic pathways, therapeutic interventions, and mentoring. The school is Ofsted-rated 'Good' and accredited by MATRIX. The school site provides spacious, safe, and nurturing learning environments designed to empower students to thrive academically, personally, and emotionally.

Our take

Independent co-ed senior school in Croydon for ages 11–18.

Best for
  • Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
Watch-outs
  • 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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Application timeline

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Fees

£24,700per year · Day · 2025-26
Inc. VAT £24,700VAT included7 years: £195,088
vs London avg (£24,000)3% above
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Bursaries & Scholarships

Activities & co-curricular

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Where leavers go

2024
US Ivy0

Qualifications offered

GCSEFunctional SkillsVocational Awards
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Inspection

Ofsted inspection, 12 Sept 2023

Good
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Questions parents ask

What kind of child is The Write Time best for?+

The Write Time suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.

How much are the fees at The Write Time?+

Day fees at The Write Time are £8,233 a term in 2025-26 (£24,700 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.

When is the next open day at The Write Time?+

No dates are listed yet. Save The Write Time and we'll email you when booking opens.

How does admissions work?+

We don't hold full admissions details for The Write Time. Ask the school directly.

Does The Write Time support SEND?+

We don't hold SEND details for The Write Time. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.

What ages does The Write Time take?+

The Write Time takes pupils from age 11 to 18.

Is The Write Time a day or boarding school?+

The Write Time is a day school.

Is The Write Time co-educational or single-sex?+

The Write Time is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.

Where is The Write Time?+

The Write Time is in Croydon, CR0 4BH.

How do I contact admissions at The Write Time?+

Contact The Write Time by phone on 02086897676.

Updated 14 May 2026. Sources: school website, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, Sunday Times Parent Power and Wikipedia.