City of London Freemen's School
Surrey · KT21 1ET
City of London Freemen's School is a thriving co-educational independent school set within the historic grounds of Ashtead Park in Surrey, catering for pupils from Year 3 through to the Sixth Form. Founded by the City of London Corporation, the school combines a long charitable tradition with a forward-looking ethos that prizes academic achievement alongside character development. Its leafy 57-acre estate provides outstanding facilities for boarding and day pupils alike, and a genuine community feel distinguishes it from larger, more pressurised London independents. The school's motto-driven culture emphasises integrity, curiosity, and compassionate leadership as much as examination results.
- →Beautiful 57-acre Ashtead Park campus offering exceptional outdoor and sporting facilities within easy reach of London and the M25
- →Genuine all-round education balancing strong academics with arts, sport, CCF and community service — without extreme academic pressure
- →Flexible boarding (weekly and flexi options available) makes it accessible to families who want boarding benefits without full commitment
- →Strong City of London Corporation heritage underpins a well-funded bursary programme, making the school more financially accessible than peers
Who thrives here
Pupils who are academically capable but want more than just exam results — curious, sociable all-rounders who will thrive in a warm community setting where sport, drama, and service are taken seriously alongside academics. The school suits families looking for a genuine 'whole child' education in a non-pressurised but aspirational environment.
Strengths at a glance
Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.
At a glance
Contact & visit
Ashtead Park, Park Lane, Ashtead
Surrey
KT21 1ET
Nearest stations
Notable alumni
Tom Daley
Olympic diving champion and TV personality
Andrew Strauss
England cricket captain and ECB Director of Cricket
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at City of London Freemen's School?
Day fees at City of London Freemen's School are approximately £26,391 per year (2026/27). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into City of London Freemen's School?
City of London Freemen's School admits pupils at 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are City of London Freemen's School's exam results?
At City of London Freemen's School, 60.4% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 78.3% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is City of London Freemen's School a boarding school?
City of London Freemen's School offers boarding as well as day places.
What is City of London Freemen's School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated City of London Freemen's School “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Warm, inclusive community feel — children genuinely happy and settled
✓Strong all-round provision: sport, drama and music given real priority alongside academics
✓Beautiful, safe campus that gives children freedom to develop independence
✓Approachable and caring staff who know individual pupils well
✓Good value relative to London independents given bursary tradition and facilities
Common concerns
!Results at the very top end (Oxbridge, most selective universities) are less consistent than at highly selective London day schools
!Some parents feel communication between school and home could be more proactive
!Traffic and parking around drop-off and pick-up can be challenging on the narrow Ashtead lanes