Canbury School
Kingston upon Thames, Surrey · KT2 7LN
Canbury School is a small, inclusive independent day school in Kingston upon Thames founded in 1982, serving 74 pupils aged 11–18. With a maximum cohort of just 76 students and small class sizes, it specialises in supporting students with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and other specific learning needs alongside mainstream academics. The school's ethos celebrates difference and provides a bespoke, nurturing environment where individual potential is unlocked through collaborative input from teachers, therapists, and pastoral specialists.
- →Specialist expertise in neurodivergence (autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia) with dedicated therapeutic support
- →Exceptionally small cohort (max 76) enabling highly personalised learning and pastoral care
- →Transformational environment for students who have struggled or been underestimated in mainstream settings
- →Mainstream curriculum (GCSEs, BTECs, Level 1/2) taught in a low-pressure, bespoke context
Who thrives here
Pupils with specific learning needs or neurodiverse profiles—particularly those who have experienced anxiety, disengagement, or underachievement in larger mainstream schools—who benefit from small-scale, collaborative, therapeutic support alongside a full academic curriculum.
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Contact & visit
Kingston Hill, Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames, Surrey
KT2 7LN
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Canbury School?
Day fees at Canbury School are approximately £20,610 per year (2026/27).
How do you get into Canbury School?
Canbury School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Canbury School's exam results?
At Canbury School, 12.7% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Canbury School a boarding school?
Canbury School is a day school in Kingston upon Thames and does not offer boarding.
What is Canbury School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Canbury School “Excellent” (2019).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Transformational impact for students who struggled in mainstream settings; restores confidence and potential
✓Exceptionally kind, caring, and nurturing environment; staff genuinely understand individual needs
✓Small size and personalised approach enable real progress and emotional wellbeing alongside academics
✓Collaborative, holistic support from teachers, therapists, and pastoral specialists
Common concerns
!Very small cohort (74 pupils) may limit peer diversity and social breadth compared to larger schools
!Limited resources and facilities compared to larger independent schools; no mention of specialist sports/music infrastructure
!Not yet Ofsted inspected; limited external validation of academic or pastoral standards