Address: 1 Woodcote Lane, Purley CR8 3HB
Website: cumnorhouse.com
Founded: 1931
Pupils: 143, all girls
Ages: 2-11
Termly Fees: £5,771-£7,065
Head Teacher: Shawn Bolton (head of Cumnor Girls’); Emma Jane Edwards (head of Cumnor House Schools – Boys’, Girls’, Nurseries)
Religious Affiliation: Multi-denominational
Entrance Procedure: Non-selective but with high academic standards. Pupils take part in an English, maths, VR and NVR assessment and spend the day at the school to see if they will thrive in its environment
Contact: Admissions; 020 8660 3445 or [email protected]
School Visits: Visit the school website to book open mornings and private tours
The Curriculum
Academics are outstanding, but staff firmly believe that they are educating a whole person, so the school offers a broad curriculum and places emphasis on developing character and future skills.
Games & The Arts
Cumnor girls love their sport, continuously developing skills and thriving in local, regional and national competitions. Music and drama also play a key part in the curriculum, providing pupils with opportunities to learn instruments and to shine on stage. Pupils’ beautiful artwork is proudly displayed around the school, inspiring others.
Pastoral Care
Pastoral care is embedded in all that the school does. Teachers take the time to learn about each child as an individual. Every teacher knows every child, regardless of whether they teach them in class or not. As a result, the girls are happy, confident and thriving in an environment where they feel valued, safe and secure.
Recent Scholarships
Cumnor girls consistently achieve excellent academic results, making superb progress across all areas. In 2025, 33 scholarships were awarded at 11+ to independent senior schools. These achievements are a result of the support, coaching and nurturing environment that ensures the girls’ happiness and wellbeing.
Head Teacher’s Philosophy
One of compassion and kindness, closely aligning with our school values. All pupils need to know that they are valued, and we care for them by supporting their pastoral and academic needs, fostering an exciting and inspiring environment in which they will thrive. Everyone at Cumnor is part of the special community.
Outstanding Characteristics
Cumnor empowers girls to reach their full potential, equipping them with the skills they need for prep school and beyond. Its pupils are confident learners who achieve exceptional outcomes. Offering a wide range of opportunities within and beyond the classroom, the school embraces both forward-thinking innovation and traditional values. Cumnor Girls’ embodies a true sense of family, where everyone belongs and each girl is confident in who she is and what she strives to achieve.
