Edgeborough School
Farnham, Surrey · GU10 3AH
Edgeborough is a well-established independent prep and pre-prep school in rural Surrey, serving pupils from age 3 through entry to senior schools. The school emphasises traditional pastoral care within a family-oriented community, offering both day and full/flexi boarding options. With 381 pupils, it maintains a personal approach across its broad age range, balancing academic rigour with creative and outdoor pursuits characteristic of quality prep schools in the South East.
- →Flexible boarding options (full and flexi) suited to working families and those seeking boarding experience before senior school
- →Strong pastoral care and well-established house system with consistent adult relationships
- →Broad-based curriculum with emphasis on outdoor education, music, and drama alongside academics
- →Rural setting near Farnham with excellent access to Surrey countryside for expeditions and outdoor learning
Who thrives here
Pupils who thrive in a traditional prep environment with strong pastoral structures; families valuing flexibility between day and boarding; children who benefit from small-school community feel and outdoor/creative engagement alongside academics.
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Contact & visit
84 Frensham Road, Farnham, Surrey
Farnham, Surrey
GU10 3AH
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Edgeborough School?
Day fees at Edgeborough School are approximately £18,600 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Edgeborough School?
Edgeborough School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Edgeborough School a boarding school?
Edgeborough School offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Edgeborough School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Edgeborough School “Good” (2018).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong sense of community and family ethos; pupils feel well-known by staff
✓Flexible boarding model appreciated by working parents; good balance of day and boarding flexibility
✓Effective pastoral care and house system; consistent adult relationships across age range
✓Well-rounded education with emphasis on outdoor learning and creative pursuits alongside academics
✓Secure transition pathway to respected senior schools in the region
Common concerns
!Rural location requires transportation; less convenient for families without school coach or personal vehicle access
!No recent Ofsted inspection data; limited transparency on academic outcomes compared to inspected schools
!Smaller school size means fewer specialist facilities or programmes than larger day preps