Essendene Lodge School

URN: 125420 • Caterham CR3 5PB

Overview

Name
Essendene Lodge School
URN
125420
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
40.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kishwar Ali (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01883348349
Website
Visit
Address
Essendene Road, Caterham CR3 5PB

Summary

Essendene Lodge School is an independent preparatory school located in Caterham, Surrey, catering to children aged 2 to 11 years. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing and family-focused environment where children can thrive as happy and motivated learners. Rated 'Excellent' in all areas by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) in November 2022, the school emphasizes educational excellence and high expectations for all students.

The curriculum at Essendene Lodge is designed to promote academic success while also fostering personal growth, emotional intelligence, and social skills. With smaller class sizes, teachers are able to provide personalized attention, ensuring that each child's strengths are recognized and areas for improvement are addressed. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including music lessons and themed weeks that engage students in diverse learning experiences.

Community involvement is encouraged, with parents actively participating in their children's educational journey. Essendene Lodge School aims to cultivate a welcoming atmosphere where children feel valued and supported, making it a conducive place for learning and development.

Key details

LA
Surrey
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
163
Pupils
101
Boys
49
Girls
52
FSM %
Open date
1973-11-08
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 101 49 52 163
2024-09-11 108 55 53 163
2023-09-11 101 63 38 163 0.00
2022-09-11 101 63 38 163 0.00
2021-09-11 101 62 39 163 0.00
2020-09-11 107 63 44 163 0.00

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