Milbourne Lodge School
Esher, Surrey · KT10 9EG
Pupils
269
Day fees
£18k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Milbourne Lodge is a coeducational day prep school in Esher, Surrey, serving pupils aged 4–13 across nursery, pre-prep, and prep sections. The school emphasises personalised education, scholarship preparation, and a broad curriculum designed to nurture each child's potential. It has recently been shortlisted for Independent Prep School of the Year (2025) and appears in the Tatler Schools Guide 2026, reflecting strong parental confidence and emerging sector recognition.
- →Proven track record of securing scholarships and places at top independent and boarding schools
- →Personalised teaching approach with small class sizes in a family-oriented community
- →Breadth of enrichment (music, art, sport, IT) alongside rigorous academics
- →Accessible location near Esher with wraparound care and transport options
Who thrives here
Pupils who respond well to individualised attention and a balanced curriculum mixing academic challenge with creative and sporting opportunity. Families seeking a nurturing prep environment with a proven pathway to selective senior schools.
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Contact & visit
43 Arbrook Lane
Esher, Surrey
KT10 9EG
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Milbourne Lodge School?
Day fees at Milbourne Lodge School are approximately £18,141 per year (2026/27).
How do you get into Milbourne Lodge School?
Milbourne Lodge School admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Milbourne Lodge School a boarding school?
Milbourne Lodge School is a day school in Esher and does not offer boarding.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Personalised education and individual attention to each child's development
✓Strong scholarship and selective school placement track record
✓Warm, family-oriented community with emphasis on wellbeing alongside academics
✓Breadth of enrichment (art, music, sport, IT) fostering well-rounded pupils
✓Caring, passionate teaching staff and leadership
Common concerns
!School is not yet Ofsted-inspected, limiting independent validation of claims
!Day-only provision means no boarding flexibility for families requiring it
!Limited publicly available detail on SEND provision or specialist support