Caterham School is an international school in Caterham, United Kingdom. It serves 1,012 students for students aged 10–19. Annual tuition ranges from $19,449 to $20,504 USD.
Explore This School
Location & getting here
Prosperous Surrey commuter town on the edge of open countryside, with easy rail access to central London and convenient for international families.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatwick | 15 km | ~30 min | LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR |
| London City | 28 km | ~46 min | — |
| Heathrow | 34 km | ~54 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Means-tested bursaries are available. Contact the school admissions office for details.
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
Caterham School applied for a material change to increase pupil numbers from 1030 to 1050 and accommodate four additional boarding pupils. The inspection concluded that the school is likely to meet the relevant Independent School Standards and National Minimum Standards for boarding schools if the material change is implemented. The recommendation is that the material change be approved.
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Day (Years 7-13) | £9,210 | £27,630 |
| Day (Sixth Form Entry) | £9,650 | £28,950 |
| Full Boarding (Years 9-13) | £19,115 | £57,345 |
| Full Boarding (Sixth Form Entry) | £20,145 | £60,435 |
| Weekly Boarding (Years 9-13) | £15,950 | £47,850 |
| Weekly Boarding (Sixth Form Entry) | £16,810 | £50,430 |
| Half Weekly Boarding (Years 7-9) | £12,475 | £37,425 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lunches (day pupils, senior school) | Per year | £1,020 |
Budget beyond the sticker price. Assume the real annual spend is 5–15% higher than the headline fee. Hidden costs typically include: registration fee, acceptance deposit (usually one term's fees, refundable at the end of schooling), uniform + sports kit, trips and expeditions, individual music tuition, exam entry fees, travel to/from home.
Ask the Bursar for a sample "all-in" first-year invoice before committing.
Merit-based scholarships (14 types)
ℹ️ This school has not published the exact % fee remission for each award. Ask the admissions team directly — typical independent school scholarships range from 5% to 50% of fees.
About
Caterham School is a high-achieving co-educational institution emphasizing whole-school wellbeing and known globally for its innovative digital education approach, recognized by Apple and awarded EdTech 50. The Times Educational Supplement Best Senior School 2023/24, it offers academic excellence through a broad curriculum and extensive co-curricular provision. Almost all pupils progress to Russell Group universities.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11+ (Year 7) | Admissions assessments and interview; automatic consideration for Academic Scholarship | — | — |
| 13+ (Year 9) | Admissions assessments and interview; deferred entry applications invited in Year 6 | — | — |
| 16+ (Sixth Form) | Admissions assessments and interview; subject-specific scholarships available | — | — |
How to apply
- Complete registration form
- Pay non-returnable Application Fee
- Sit admissions assessments
- Attend interview
- For scholarships: submit separate application with portfolio/CV/audition as applicable
What you'll need to submit
- Registration form
- Application Fee
- For co-curricular scholarships: portfolio, CV, references, audition materials as required
Scholarships: Academic scholarships awarded automatically through admissions process; co-curricular scholarships require separate applications
Admissions contact: Assistant Registrar (Day): Mrs Sara Chesterman, 01883 335058, [email protected]; Financial Support: Giles Smith, [email protected]
Detailed assessment dates and registration deadlines not provided in available content; private tours available by booking
Why Families Choose
- Wellbeing focus
- Innovative digital education
- Apple recognition
- EdTech 50 award
- Academic excellence
- Broad curriculum
- Extensive co-curricular provision
- Russell Group university placement
Fees & Financials
Original currency: £15,315 – £16,145.
Student Life
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent
Christian
Times Educational Supplement Best Senior School 2023/24Apple recognitionEdTech 50 award