Undoubtedly one of Surrey’s academic hives. This is a school of excellence wrapped in warmth and joy. Inquisitive active learners will appreciate the pace, lapping up the fun along the way, before soaring seamlessly into a senior school of the same ilk, if they wish.
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Overview & data
- Pupil numbers
- 270 ·
- Religion
- C of E
- Fees
- £15,579 - £20,220 pa
- Local authority
- Surrey County Council
- Linked schools

Headteacher
Head of junior school
Allistair Williamson
Since September 2021, Allistair Williamson, previously deputy head of Surbiton Girls’ and Boys’ Preps. He has also held pastoral head of year roles and academic roles with responsibility for digital learning strategy at schools in both England and
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Entrance
Local perception that selection process is highly academically competitive is firmly rebutted by school which assures it is ‘fun and reflective of girls’ ages’. Two-form entry, with main entry points are 4+ and 7+. At 4+ ‘readiness evaluations are
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Exit
Vast majority (over 90 per cent) move to senior school with no entrance assessment - once girls join the junior school the expectation is that they all go through. Small numbers depart to co-ed or boarding options. One parent who was concerned her

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Mobile phone policy
A clear mobile phone policy is a really important part of modern schooling. This school has provided us with their policy.
Mobile phone policy
Mobile phones are not prohibited for students in the junior school.

Pupils

Money matters
- Fee information
- £15,579 - £20,220 pa

Our view
With some of the top results in the country, it’s little surprise that GHS juniors, like its big sister, has a reputation as being an academic hothouse. Yet the only heat we detect on our visit is warmth of the humankind and a burning love of

The last word
Undoubtedly one of Surrey’s academic hives. This is a school of excellence wrapped in warmth and joy. Inquisitive active learners will appreciate the pace, lapping up the fun along the way, before soaring seamlessly into a senior school of the same
