Unicorn School
URN: 102944 • Richmond TW9 3JX
Overview
- Name
- Unicorn School
- URN
- 102944
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 38.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Polly Fraley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02089483926
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 238 Kew Road, Richmond TW9 3JX
Summary
Unicorn School, located in Richmond upon Thames, is an independent co-educational prep school for children aged 3 to 11, founded in 1970. The school is committed to nurturing not only academic excellence but also personal development, focusing on confidence, resilience, and kindness. With a varied and creative curriculum, students are encouraged to explore their strengths across academics, the arts, and sports.
The school prides itself on its supportive community, where small class sizes (typically no more than 22 students) allow for personalised attention from dedicated staff. Pastoral care is a priority, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported in a nurturing environment. The school also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and arts, fostering well-rounded individuals.
Unicorn School has a strong track record of preparing students for successful transitions to leading secondary schools, with many pupils achieving places at their first-choice institutions. The school’s ethos promotes a love of learning and a sense of belonging, making it a welcoming community for families.
The school prides itself on its supportive community, where small class sizes (typically no more than 22 students) allow for personalised attention from dedicated staff. Pastoral care is a priority, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported in a nurturing environment. The school also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and arts, fostering well-rounded individuals.
Unicorn School has a strong track record of preparing students for successful transitions to leading secondary schools, with many pupils achieving places at their first-choice institutions. The school’s ethos promotes a love of learning and a sense of belonging, making it a welcoming community for families.
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Nearby alternatives
- Strathmore School (60.2)
- The German School (55.0)
- King's House School (42.7)
- Kew College (38.9)
- Assumption School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Richmond upon Thames
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 176
- Pupils
- 159
- Boys
- 73
- Girls
- 86
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1970-10-07
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 159 | 73 | 86 | 176 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 172 | 83 | 89 | 176 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 170 | 90 | 80 | 176 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 170 | 90 | 80 | 176 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 171 | 87 | 84 | 176 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 175 | 87 | 88 | 176 | 0.00 |
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