Woldingham School's Sixth Form Centre and Library opened in September 2024. The Hub, the wellbeing centre, opened in September 2025.
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Woldingham School
Woldingham School is a Roman Catholic independent day and boarding school for girls aged 11 to 18.
Day fees
£30,960 – £38,448
Entry
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At a glance
Key facts
Head
Mrs. Sarah Thomas
Headmistress
Gender
Girls
Pupils
528
Location
Caterham, Tandridge
Rural setting
Day or boarding
Day and boarding
Age range
11 to 18
Religious ethos
Roman Catholic
Founded
1842
Entry points
11+, 12+, 13+, 14+, 16+
School buses
Yes
Bursaries
Up to 110% of fees
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Scholarships
Art, Music, Sport +3
A-level A*–A
58%
2025
GCSE 9–7
78%
2025
Overview
About Woldingham School
Woldingham School is a Roman Catholic independent day and boarding school for girls aged 11 to 18, offering a broad curriculum and a supportive community. The school provides both day and boarding options, including weekly and flexi-boarding. It is located in Surrey, near Caterham, and has approximately 400 pupils. The school is committed to academic excellence, spiritual growth, and personal development.
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Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent girls senior school in Tandridge for ages 11–18, day or boarding. Selective entry, top-tier fees.
Best for
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Families comfortable with top-tier independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
Watch-outs
- Fees sit at the top of the independent market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- 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.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- May9Open dayTo be confirmedOpen Morning
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£30,960 – £38,448per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
Distinctive features
all-girls school
boarding and day options
state-of-the-art Sixth Form Centre
wellbeing centre The Hub
Sophia programme for critical thinking
FutureProof personal development programme
25 A Level options
Sacred Heart education ethos
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
BadmintonBoxerciseCricketCross country runningFencingFootballGolfGymnasticsHockeyHorse ridingNetballRock climbingScuba divingSport
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Sports fitnessSwimmingTabataTaekwondoTrampoliningWater polo
music
Amaris (competition choir)Chamber musicFlutissimo (flute ensemble)Glee ClubJazz bandJunior choirMusicPercussion ensembleSenior choirSinfoniettaString ensembleSymphony orchestra
drama
Acting for screen & film productionBalletChoreographyDance with attitudeDramaTechnical theatre
academic club
Book clubChemistry cosmeticsChemistry societyClassics societyCurrent affairsDebatingHistory societyJunior medics societyMaths competition clubModel United NationsPhysics societyREthinkShakespeare societySTEM society
service
Duke of Edinburgh's Award
other
Art clubBeekeeping societyCrochet clubDJ clubExplorers clubTea club
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
All-weather PitchDance/Gymnastics StudioIndoor Swimming PoolIndoor Tennis DomeSports Centre
arts
Dressing RoomsMillennium CentreMusic Department Practice RoomsStudio TheatreWardrobe Room
academic
LibrarySixth Form CentreSixth Form collaborative zoneSixth Form silent study spaceSixth Form small lecture theatreWhole-school library
wellbeing
ChapelHealth CentreSixth Form caféThe Hub (Wellbeing Centre)
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
Outcomes
In 2025, half of all A Level grades were A*/A and half of GCSE grades were 9-8, with outstanding STEM teaching and a values-driven approach ensuring pupils thrive.
58%
A-level A*–A
78%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
7%
to Oxbridge (2025)
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 75 |
| Oxbridge | 5 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
| Medicine | 2 |
Top universities (2025)
ExeterNewcastleUCLDurham
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
GCSEA Level
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
March 2026
Woldingham School's under 15 cricket team were crowned Surrey Indoor Cricket County Champions after winning all group matches and the final with a wicket in hand and an over to spare.
AlumniNotable alumni
Alumni
Notable alumni
Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh (royalty)Lady Margarita Armstrong-Jones (socialite)Lady Sarah Chatto (royalty)Lady Rose Gilman (author)Lady Gabriella Windsor (author)
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Community
House system
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Pastoral careWellbeing
Pastoral care
Wellbeing
CounsellingSchool nurseMental health supportWellbeing hub
Woldingham places pastoral care at its core, offering individual support through a house system, counselling, a 24-hour nurse-led health centre, and a wellbeing centre called The Hub. The school promotes mental health via PSHE lessons, a bespoke THRIVE programme, and tailored workshops.
RegulationInspection
Regulation
Inspection
ISI inspection, 9 Jun 2023
2 reports on file.
- Isi · Regulatory Compliance1 Jan 2023not_met
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn3 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 16 Oct 2026–1 Nov 2026
Spring5 Jan 2027 → 24 Mar 2027Half-term 12 Feb 2027–21 Feb 2027
Summer14 Apr 2027 → 1 Jul 2027Half-term 28 May 2027–6 Jun 2027
PathwaysFeeder schools
Pathways
Feeder schools
2 offers
1 offer
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Woldingham School best for?+
Woldingham School suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school; Families comfortable with top-tier independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
How much are the fees at Woldingham School?+
Day fees at Woldingham School are £10,320 to £12,816 a term in 2026-27 (£30,960 to £38,448 a year). Boarding fees are £18,252 to £21,252 a term in 2026-27 (£54,756 to £63,756 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Woldingham School?+
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How does admissions work?+
Woldingham School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Woldingham School support SEND?+
Woldingham School offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.
What ages does Woldingham School take?+
Woldingham School takes pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Woldingham School a day or boarding school?+
Woldingham School offers both day and boarding places.
Is Woldingham School co-educational or single-sex?+
Woldingham School is a girls' school.
Where is Woldingham School?+
Woldingham School is in Tandridge, CR3 7YA.
How do I contact admissions at Woldingham School?+
Contact Woldingham School by phone on 01883349431.
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