Notre Dame Preparatory School
· KT11 1HA
Pupils
223
Day fees
Not published
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Notre Dame is an independent Catholic day school for girls aged 2–18 located in 26 acres of Surrey countryside near Cobham, 20 minutes from South West London. Founded on the educational principles of the Order of the Company of Mary Our Lady, it combines Catholic values with a welcoming ethos that embraces families of all faiths. The school emphasises individual potential, pastoral care, and all-round education, balancing academic rigour with confidence-building and personal development.
- →Strong Catholic foundation with inclusive welcome to families of all faiths
- →Extensive grounds (26 acres) offering space, outdoor education, and forest school provision from nursery
- →Reputation for knowing each girl individually and exceptional pastoral care
- →Continuous provision from age 2 through sixth form on single campus
Who thrives here
Girls who benefit from nurturing, values-led education; families seeking Catholic ethos without exclusivity; pupils who thrive with individual attention and a strong pastoral framework.
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Contact & visit
Burwood House, Convent Lane
KT11 1HA
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Frequently asked questions
How do you get into Notre Dame Preparatory School?
Notre Dame Preparatory School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Notre Dame Preparatory School a boarding school?
Notre Dame Preparatory School is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong pastoral care and individual attention to each pupil
✓Welcoming Catholic community that respects diversity of family backgrounds
✓Excellent outdoor facilities and forest school provision from early years
✓Good balance between academic outcomes and well-being focus
Common concerns
!Day-only provision may not suit families requiring boarding
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted (established track record unclear)
!Limited public data on academic results (GCSE/A-level outcomes not readily available)