Copthorne Preparatory School
URN: 125406 • Crawley RH10 3HR
Overview
- Name
- Copthorne Preparatory School
- URN
- 125406
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 34.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ben Purkiss (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01342712311
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Effingham Lane, Crawley RH10 3HR
Summary
Copthorne Preparatory School is an independent co-educational institution located in Crawley, Surrey, catering to children aged 2 to 11 years. With a current enrolment of 161 pupils and a capacity of 360, the school is part of the Caterham Family of Schools, known for its commitment to academic excellence and holistic development. The school offers a nurturing environment where children can thrive both academically and personally.
The curriculum at Copthorne Prep is designed to be engaging and relevant, incorporating a Global Curriculum that encourages enquiry-led learning. This approach allows pupils to apply their knowledge to real-life situations, fostering a deeper understanding of their world. The school places a strong emphasis on well-being, aiming to create a supportive atmosphere where children feel happy, inspired, and confident.
In addition to academic pursuits, Copthorne Prep offers a range of extracurricular activities, including art and sports, to promote creativity and teamwork. The school also hosts various visitor events, allowing prospective families to experience the vibrant community and educational ethos firsthand.
The curriculum at Copthorne Prep is designed to be engaging and relevant, incorporating a Global Curriculum that encourages enquiry-led learning. This approach allows pupils to apply their knowledge to real-life situations, fostering a deeper understanding of their world. The school places a strong emphasis on well-being, aiming to create a supportive atmosphere where children feel happy, inspired, and confident.
In addition to academic pursuits, Copthorne Prep offers a range of extracurricular activities, including art and sports, to promote creativity and teamwork. The school also hosts various visitor events, allowing prospective families to experience the vibrant community and educational ethos firsthand.
Useful links
- Transition to senior school (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Visitor Events (calendar)
- Events (calendar)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Manor Green Primary School (64.2)
- Manor Green College (55.5)
- Serenity School Crawley (49.1)
- Atelier21 Future School (48.9)
- Beechfield Secure Children's Home (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Surrey
- Age range
- 2 - 13
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 161
- Boys
- 87
- Girls
- 74
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1923-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 161 | 87 | 74 | 360 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 203 | 108 | 95 | 360 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 293 | 156 | 137 | 360 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 293 | 156 | 137 | 360 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 313 | 170 | 143 | 360 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 352 | 191 | 161 | 360 | 0.00 |
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