The Old Vicarage School
Richmond, Surrey · TW10 6QX
The Old Vicarage School is Richmond's only all-girls prep school, housed in a Grade II* Listed castle on Richmond Hill. It offers a nurturing, small-scale education (209 pupils) with emphasis on breadth, individual attention, and a stimulating environment. The school combines traditional values with modern teaching approaches, serving girls from age 3 through upper school leavers.
- →Only all-girls prep in Richmond with distinctive historic setting and small class sizes
- →Strong pastoral care and secure, stimulating environment emphasised across all communications
- →Excellent breadth across STEM, languages, music, drama, and arts with visible experiential learning focus
Who thrives here
Girls who benefit from single-sex education, smaller cohorts, and a broad, creative curriculum. Suits families seeking a nurturing prep environment with strong community feel and emphasis on individual development rather than relentless academic pressure.
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Contact & visit
48 Richmond Hill
Richmond, Surrey
TW10 6QX
Nearest stations
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at The Old Vicarage School?
Day fees at The Old Vicarage School are approximately £22,320 per year (2026/27).
How do you get into The Old Vicarage School?
The Old Vicarage School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is The Old Vicarage School a boarding school?
The Old Vicarage School is a day school in Richmond and does not offer boarding.
What is The Old Vicarage School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated The Old Vicarage School “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Distinctive historic setting and small, intimate community atmosphere
✓Broad, creative curriculum with strong experiential learning and individual attention
✓Strong pastoral care, safe environment, and nurturing ethos allowing girls to flourish
✓Excellent leavers' destinations and 11+ exam success without pressurised culture
✓Dedicated, experienced teaching staff and strong co-curricular breadth (music, drama, languages, science)
Common concerns
!Limited public track record on Ofsted/ISI inspection means prospective families cannot rely on formal assessment data
!Fees not publicly stated; transparency on cost versus perceived value unclear
!Small size (209 pupils) means limited breadth of friendship groups and cohort diversity at upper level