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Welcome to Ripley Court School

Set in 19 acres of beautiful Surrey countryside, Ripley Court is a co-educational Nursery and Prep School for children aged 2½–11, where happiness and excellence go hand in hand.

We believe happy children learn best. Our warm, family atmosphere, small classes and exceptional pastoral care ensure every child is known, valued and encouraged to discover their strengths. Specialist teaching and a broad curriculum inspire curiosity and ambition, while our balanced approach to 11+ preparation enables children to achieve excellent outcomes without losing the joy of childhood.

Beyond the classroom, our extensive grounds and outstanding facilities provide space for adventure, creativity and discovery. From Forest School and swimming to sport, STEM, Food Technology and weekly enrichment, every child has the opportunity to build confidence, explore their interests and discover new passions.

The best way to experience Ripley Court is to come and see it for yourself. Complete the short form below to arrange a personal tour or join us at an Open Morning. We would be delighted to welcome you and show you what makes Ripley Court such a special place.

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Why Choose Ripley Court School?

Our Core Values

At the heart of Ripley Court are our core values of Perseverance, Aspiration, Curiosity, and Kindness, shaping a caring, ambitious, and inspiring school community.

Exceptional Pastoral Care

We know every child personally, celebrate their individuality, and ensure each pupil is listened to, supported, and encouraged to thrive.

Wraparound Care

Flexible breakfast and after-school provision from 7.30am to 6.00pm supports busy families, while keeping pupils safe, settled, and cared for beyond the school day.

Exceptional Senior School Results

Pupils are thoroughly prepared for 11+ entry, achieving outstanding results at leading senior schools and regularly securing scholarships for excellence in academics, sport, art, drama, and music.

Extensive Extracurricular Programme

Our specialist-led extracurricular programme across sport, the arts, drama, and enrichment inspires confidence, creativity, and personal growth through a rich, balanced education.

Clubs

A rich range of seasonal, cultural, sporting, and creative clubs, alongside our weekly STEM enrichment programme, sparks curiosity and helps children explore new interests beyond the classroom.

Extensive Sports Programme

Set within our beautiful grounds, our extensive sports programme includes regular inter-school fixtures, with expert coaching that supports and challenges pupils of all abilities to perform at their best.

Facilities

Our facilities include an indoor swimming pool, forest school, indoor sports hall, mini theatre, music room, food technology room, art studio, netball and tennis courts, pre-prep outdoor classroom, STEM room, and more.

The Nursery

Our bright, spacious Nursery forms an integral part of the wider school, providing a nurturing environment in which children thrive and receive specialist teaching in French, swimming, dance, music, and forest school.

The Breadth of Opportunity in the Arts

Talented specialist teachers lead music, art, and drama, with every child learning an instrument, accessing in-school private tuition, and taking part in performing arts.

Partnership with Reed’s School

Our strong partnership with Reed’s School enriches the curriculum through access to specialist teachers and outstanding facilities, including the Cricket Centre, Future Tech Building, Art Labs, and Astro Turfs.

ABOUT RIPLEY COURT SCHOOL

Ripley Court is a thriving independent co-educational Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School for children aged 2½–11, set in 19 acres of beautiful Surrey countryside. Small classes, specialist teaching and exceptional pastoral care create a warm, family atmosphere where every child is known, valued and encouraged to thrive.

Conveniently located minutes from the A3, the school is easily accessible from Cobham, Weybridge, Woking and Guildford, with school transport serving nearby communities.

ADMISSIONS

We would be delighted to support your application and make the admissions process welcoming and straightforward. Join us at an Open Morning or arrange a personal tour to explore the school and meet our children and staff. Simply complete the form and our Admissions Team will be in touch.

ACADEMIC SUCCESS

We combine academic ambition with a broad and balanced education that nurtures confidence, curiosity and a genuine love of learning. Our supportive approach to 11+ and scholarship preparation achieves consistently excellent outcomes, with pupils moving on to a wide range of leading senior schools and earning awards across academics, sport, music, art and drama.

FEES

Nursery: £4400 Per Term, Full Time
Flexible part-time options available (mornings, afternoons or selected days).
Reception: £5225
Years 1 & 2: £5560
Year 3: £6960
Year 4: £7125
Years 5 & 6: £7520
Fees from Reception upwards are inclusive of VAT.

WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT US

"Since our child started at Ripley, we have seen a massive growth in his confidence within school. He absolutely loves going in every morning, and as a result we have seen him flourish academically. Ripley really is a very special place, the teachers are extremely competent, caring and really go the extra mile to help the children. Our son is now finally reaching his potential. The decision to join the school as the best academic decision we have made for our children thus far." Parent

“The change in our son was marked in the transition and now he loves every day at Ripley Court School Nursery.” Parent

"The Nursery is a wonderful environment for your child to develop and grow emotionally, physically and cognitively whilst having fun and making friends." Parent

"Set in beautiful grounds it prides itself on its pastoral care and creates an environment where a child feels held." Parent

Muddy verdict: “Ripley Court School is good for bright and curious kids, ready to become the best version of themselves.” Muddy Stilettos

ISI Inspection 2024

Ripley Court is regularly assessed by the ISI (Independent Schools Inspectorate). The ISI is appointed by the Department for Education to inspect association independent schools in England.

The most recent ISI inspection for the whole school, including the Nursery, took place in June 2024. It looked at the quality of education and compliance. We were delighted with the report, with all required standards successfully met.
The full report is available here.

"Leaders provide a warm and welcoming learning environment for children to develop and thrive."

"Pupils are taught the importance of showing kindness to each other as one of the school's key values."

"Staff have detailed knowledge of every child and their individual need and interests."

"By the time they leave the school, all pupils are successful in gaining places at senior schools, and several are awarded scholarships and exhibitions each year."

Contact Us

We are delighted to welcome families to Ripley Court School and warmly encourage you to visit us.

To find out more about Ripley Court School, please visit www.ripleycourt.co.uk

or contact Admissions at rcadmissions@ripleycourt.co.uk

01483 225 217