Woldingham School is a A-Level / GCSE school in Caterham, United Kingdom. Founded in 1938. It serves 534 students for students aged 10–19. Annual tuition ranges from $20,938 to $27,745 USD.
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Location & getting here
Semi-rural Surrey village on the Surrey Hills edge, convenient to Gatwick and London, popular with international families seeking green space and easy airport access.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatwick | 16 km | ~31 min | LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR |
| London City | 27 km | ~45 min | — |
| Heathrow | 35 km | ~56 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Academic and co-curricular scholars programmes mentioned; specific scholarship details not provided on this page.
ISI Inspection Report
This was a progress monitoring inspection following a January 2023 regulatory compliance inspection to verify implementation of the school's action plan. The school was found to meet all requirements of the Education (Independent School Standards) Regulations 2014 and National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools 2022, with no further action required.
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Day (Years 7-8) | £9,926 | £29,778 |
| Weekly Boarding (Years 7-8) | £15,422 | £46,266 |
| Full Boarding (Years 7-8) | £17,558 | £52,674 |
| Day (Years 9-Upper Sixth) | £11,726 | £35,178 |
| Weekly Boarding (Years 9-Upper Sixth) | £17,474 | £52,422 |
| Full Boarding (Years 9-Upper Sixth) | £19,838 | £59,514 |
| Day (Sixth Form Direct Entry) | £12,236 | £36,708 |
| Weekly Boarding (Sixth Form Direct Entry) | £18,074 | £54,222 |
| Full Boarding (Sixth Form Direct Entry) | £20,438 | £61,314 |
| Flexi-boarding (3 nights per week) | £864 | £2,592 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Woldingham Parents and Staff Association (WPSA) | Per year | £15 |
| Old Girls' Association membership fee | One-time | £450 |
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 (7 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
Woldingham School is a leading independent girls' day and boarding school for ages 11-18, set in the Surrey Hills with easy access to London and major airports. The school takes an empowered learning approach within a values-driven Sacred Heart Catholic ethos, welcoming students of all faiths. Girls achieve outstanding academic results and go on to leading UK and international 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) | Online ISEB tests (English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning), short creative writing task, interview | November | 30 September (prior year) |
| 12+ (Year 8) | Online Quest tests (English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning), creative writing task, interview | November | 30 September |
| 13+ (Year 9) | Online Quest tests (English, Maths, Science), interview | November | 30 September |
| 14+ (Year 10) | Online Quest tests (English, Maths, Science), interview | November | 30 September |
| 16+ (Sixth Form) | General critical thinking assessment, subject-specific tests in two A Level subjects, interview | November | 30 September |
How to apply
- Complete registration form and tick bursary interest box if applicable
- Sit entrance assessments (ISEB online tests or Quest depending on entry)
- Current school provides school report
- Attend interview
- Offer letters issued in December
What you'll need to submit
- Online registration form
- School report from current school
Open events
- Saturday Open Mornings (three per year): May 9 and September 19 scheduled
- Weekday Open Mornings (spring/summer terms): June 11 example date
- Personal visits by arrangement with admissions team
Scholarships: Each scholarship type has separate assessment process; application booklet sent after registration. Candidates can apply for multiple scholarships.
Admissions contact: Tel: +44 (0)1883 654206, Email: [email protected]
Selective school. Main entry at 11+, 13+, Sixth Form; occasional places at 12+, 14+. Option to apply 11+ and defer to 13+. Sixth Form requires minimum 8 GCSEs/IGCSEs, average grade 5.5. Grade 7+ preferred for sciences/maths/languages; grade 6+ for humanities.
Why Families Choose
All-girls Sacred Heart Catholic school with strong academic results (nearly half A Level grades A*/A in 2025), flexible boarding options, dedicated wellbeing centre with timetabled wellbeing lessons, extensive arts and sports facilities including a 630-seat auditorium and tennis dome, and a rural campus 30 minutes from London by train.
Fees & Financials
Original currency: £12,910-£15,122 (+VAT) per term weekly boarding; £14,690-£17,090 (+VAT) per term full boarding.
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent
Roman Catholic
Sports Programme
Woldingham is an all-girls independent school (11-18) with strong investment in 10+ sports; hockey and netball are signature team sports with large squad structures, supported by developing programmes in cricket and tennis; recent SOCS hockey ranking decline (rank 66 in 2022-23 to 205 in 2024-25) suggests recent competitive challenges; comprehensive summer tours and international pathways demonstrate broader sporting ambitions.