Donhead Preparatory School

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Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

Progress 8 score 40.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

Progress 8 score 25.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score 20.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
Continue in education or training 20.0%
Sustained employment 20.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training 40.0%
Sustained employment 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS

Address: 33 Edge Hill

Wimbledon

London, SW194ND
Phone: 2089467000
Website: donhead.org.uk

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 102687
Type: Other independent school
Phase: Independent
Address: 33 Edge Hill, Wimbledon, London, SW19 4ND
Website: www.donhead.org.uk
Age range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
Religious character: Roman Catholic
School status: Open
Capacity: 340 pupils
Setting: Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form: No
Nursery: Yes

School Performance Data

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Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils: 264
Special Educational Needs: 2.7% (7 pupils)

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 14 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 29; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 264 pupils; 3-11

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"CURIOSITY • CREATIVITY • COMPASSION"

Grateful for their own gifts, for the gift of other people, and for the blessings of each day; and generous with their gifts, becoming men and women for others. Attentive to their experience and to their vocation; and discerning about the choices they make and the effects of those choices. Compassionate towards others, near and far, especially the less fortunate; and loving by their just actions and forgiving words. Faith-filled in their beliefs and hopeful for the future. Eloquent and truthful in what they say of themselves, the relations between people, and the world. Learned, finding God in all things; and wise in the ways they use their learning for the common good. Curious about everything; and active in their engagement with the world, changing what they can for the better. Intentional in the way they live and use the resources of the earth, guided by conscience; and prophetic in the example they set to others.

Donhead is a Jesuit school in Britain CIO with Catholic ethos. Chaplaincy is central to life. The school follows the Jesuit Pupil Profile and promotes public benefit.

Head Teacher's Message

Donhead is a Jesuit school where children are honoured, cared for and believed in; Cura Personalis; aims to educate minds, hearts and souls; strong pastoral care and a welcoming community.

Facilities

Outdoor Classroom Reception Block Art, Design and Technology facilities Computing facilities Music facilities (donhead choir, orchestra, peripatetic lessons) Sports facilities including Donhead Sports Grounds (Coombe Lane) and all-weather pitch

Curriculum Highlights

Art and Design Technology Computing French Geography History Literacy Music Mathematics PE PSHEE Science Religious Education Spanish

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wrap-around care is available in the Preschool Mondays to Thursdays from 7:30am to 6:00pm and 7:30am-4:00pm on Fridays.

SEND Provision

The school can cater for a wide range of abilities and can provide limited support for children with SEND or EAL needs.

Admissions Criteria

Main entry points are Preschool (3+), Reception (4+) and Year 3 (7+); Occasional places may be available; Priority given to Catholic families and siblings.

Financial Information

Scholarships: Available Bursaries: Available

Fees are payable strictly in advance. Registration fee £120 (£100 +VAT) covers admissions process. Enrolment fee £600 (£500 +VAT). Deposit £500. Music tuition is separately charged. Outings & visits are charged per term. The 2025-2026 fees include Per-Session/pre-family breakdowns: Pre-School with funded hours; Rest of mornings £1990; Extra afternoon £480; Lunch £150; All mornings and afternoons £3910. Reception without funded hours: Termly £4770 + £250 + VAT £954 = £5974. Reception with funded hours: Termly £3820 + £250 + VAT £764 = £4834. Years 1–6: Termly £4980 + £250 + VAT £996 = £6226. Fees are payable in advance; Music tuition and outings are additional.