Ages 
Outward looking and hard-working, pupils praise each others work, gush about teachers and rave about their charity efforts. Not a school for ‘closed-minded’ girls, pupils point out, where impressive facilities, a nurturing environment and ambition draws out the best in bright all-rounders.
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Overview & data
- Pupil numbers
- 315 ·
- Religion
- Non-denom
- Fees
- £20,556 pa
- Local authority
- London Borough of Bromley
- Linked schools
Headteacher
Head of junior school
Ms Claire Dickerson
Since September 2012, Claire Dickerson, previously a teacher here for 10 years. Educated at Holy Trinity Convent, followed by a degree in primary education at Anglia Ruskin. There was never any doubt she would teach, always drawn to ‘the love of
Entrance
Academically selective. Two form entry at 4+ (48 places), with approximately two candidates per place. Rarely places in other years (waiting list of up to 15). Assessment at 4+ is an age-appropriate group assessment (variety of tasks/games), while
- Open days
- Last Saturday in September/First Saturday in October, or by appointment. Additional open events in March and May Taster Days throughout the year
Exit
There is an expectation that girls will transition to the senior school (automatic entry) but about a quarter leave, predominantly for local grammars (no 11+ preparation, many rely on private tutoring). Some who pass the 11+ choose to stay. The new
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Pupils
Money matters
Bursaries and scholarships only available in senior school. Some potential scholars identified and invited to taster days and opportunities to work with the senior school.
- Fee information
- £20,556 pa
Our view
‘Wow, I didn’t know this was here,’ is the usual response from prospective parents. Easy to see why, with the school’s unassuming, and largely hidden, exterior. Inside, learning spaces are bright and inspiring – we were welcomed by a life-sized
The last word
Outward looking and hard-working, pupils praise each others work, gush about teachers and rave about their charity efforts. Not a school for ‘closed-minded’ girls, pupils point out, where impressive facilities, a nurturing environment and ambition
