Essendene Lodge School

Essendene Road, Caterham, CR3 5PB

Independent school for ages 2–11 in Caterham. Mixed intake.

Essendene Lodge School is a non-selective mixed independent prep school in Caterham, Surrey, for children aged 2 to 11. It has nursery classes and around 100 pupils.

The school describes a warm, family-friendly environment where each child is known as an individual and supported to grow in confidence, curiosity and independence. It highlights small classes, pastoral care, music, sport, the arts and leadership opportunities. ISI found standards and safeguarding standards met in November 2025.

Ages 2–11 · Primary age

101 pupils · On roll

Independent school · Mixed

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Primary applications close on 15 January 2027; secondary applications close on 31 October 2026. Sign in and create a planner to keep the deadline and school visits together. See Surrey’s deadlines and how to apply →