Parkside School
Cobham, Surrey · KT11 3PX
Parkside School is a boys' day prep school in Cobham, Surrey, serving ages 3–13 with a strong emphasis on individual pastoral care and community. The school positions itself as forward-thinking yet traditional, prioritising each boy's happiness and development alongside academic and sporting achievement. Small enough for staff to know every pupil by name, Parkside cultivates a family-oriented ethos built on fellowship and camaraderie.
- →Exceptional pastoral care and individual attention to each boy's unique needs
- →Strong balance of academic rigour, sporting achievement, and wellbeing
- →Warm, nurturing community culture with emphasis on joy and enthusiasm in learning
- →Leadership team and teaching staff widely praised for kindness and passion
Who thrives here
Boys who thrive in a nurturing, inclusive environment where personality and individual development matter as much as grades; families seeking strong community and a school that treats pastoral care as central to the mission.
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Contact & visit
The Manor, Stoke D'abernon
Cobham, Surrey
KT11 3PX
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Parkside School?
Day fees at Parkside School are approximately £19,500 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Parkside School?
Parkside 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 Parkside School a boarding school?
Parkside School is a day school in Cobham and does not offer boarding.
What is Parkside School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Parkside School “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Leadership team and staff described as best-in-class with exceptional passion and kindness
✓Every teacher knows every child's name and caters to individual needs
✓Strong sense of community and lifelong friendships formed
✓Boys' happiness and wellbeing prioritised alongside academic and sporting achievement
✓Creative, high-energy teaching; warm, enthusiastic culture of joy
✓Excellent pastoral care and individual attention to development
✓Forward-thinking yet traditional approach appeals to families seeking balance
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted; limited external validation of standards currently available