Welcome to Cumnor House
At Cumnor House, we are a family of four schools โ two nurseries, a girlsโ school and a boysโ school โ where children are inspired to aim high, excel in what they love and grow into the leaders of tomorrow.
From their very first steps in nursery to their final days with us, every pupil is encouraged, challenged and supported to achieve their full potential, both in and beyond the classroom.
Our schools
Being free to be themselves, our pupils are empowered and enlightened. They are able to grow as individuals, develop strong relationships, and embrace everything we have to offer at Cumnor House.
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Located on Pampisford Road, overlooking 10 acres of Cumnor Sports Ground โ a quiet gem in a busy city.
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Open 51 weeks of the year, from 7:30am-6:00pm, our South Croydon site provides children aged 2-4 years with consistent care in a home-from-home environment.
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Located on Woodcote Lane, Webb Estate, a conservation site in Purley that has been a tranquil space for over 100 years.
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Open during term time to fit in with school hours, Purley provides a safe space for children aged 2-4 years to learn about themselves and the world around them.
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Highly regarded preparatory school from Reception to Year 8.
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A close-knit community focused on values of Endeavour, Compassion, Courage, Self Belief and Integrity - also known as The Cumnor Way.
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Exceptional success in Sports, Music and Academics.
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Outstanding preparatory school from Reception to Year 6.
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A close-knit community that ensures every child feels valued, respected, safe and supported to be the best they can be.
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Exceptional results in 11+ schools.
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The benefits of single-sex education.
As children progress through their education, we know that being in a single-sex environment brings both academic and social benefits. In both the Girlsโ and the Boysโ Schools we work hard to ensure that the pressure of gender roles does not exist, and encourage pupils to pursue anything that interests them, regardless of societal pressures. We have a strong culture of high academic achievement and our pupils' confidence levels are high.
We find that both girls and boys can be true to themselves, and are more willing to take risks, fail and then try again. Our classrooms are dynamic, unfettered by gender stereotypes and free from the anxieties that can become apparent. Pupils are less easily distracted, and able to concentrate and pursue their academic and social interests with enthusiasm.
Destination Schools
Preparing students for their next steps.
Cumnor House is reputable amongst many Grammar and senior schools, with many of our students receiving offers from the most selective and prestigious schools nationwide. With our expertise, we help students prepare for the Common Entrance Exam and support them with their scholarship applications.
We help students find the right school for them by allowing them to identify and develop their talents and interests. It is important that we equip students with the necessary skills and qualities, empowering them to feel confident about their future options.
Meet our Head of Cumnor House Schools
Meet Emma Edwards
Our Head is dedicated to giving our students the perfect platform to achieve their potential. By striking the perfect balance between disciplined learning practices and a friendly atmosphere we can be confident in providing the perfect environment for children to flourish.
To see any of our schools or nurseries in action, please visit on one of our Open Days.
FACILITIES & LOCATION
Excellent learning locations.
All of our school sites provide unique schooling experiences. Cumnor Girls and CHS Nursery Purley are situated in the idyllic Woodcote Lane, providing a calm and tranquil setting for our pupils. Cumnor Boys is a short distance away, in a compact city campus boasting a 10-acre playing field. CHS Nursery South Croydonโs campus overlooks the spacious sports fields of the Boysโ school.
Our students value the home from home environment in which they are encouraged to develop and learn. There is an on-going investment programme to maintain and improve the fabric and flow of our school facilities.
SAFEGUARDING
Safeguarding Policy & Croydon Local Authority.
Cumnor House School adheres to the guidance set out in the Safeguarding policy which is underpinned by KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education), whilst also working alongside the procedures of Croydon local authority, including their local criteria for action and protocol for assessments.
All of our policies, including safeguarding, can be found in the footer.
NEXT STEPS
Learn more. Download our prospectus.
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Every leader starts somewhere... โจ
And at Cumnor House, we nurture those first steps into something extraordinary. From our nurturing Nursery through their journey with us, we believe in developing not just academic excellence, but the character, resilience and values that shape tomorrowโs leaders.
Join us during our Open Week this October to discover how we inspire children from their very first day to becoming the leader theyโre meant to be.
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Open Week dates:
๐ Boysโ school: 7 October
๐ Girlsโ school: 8 October
๐ South Croydon nursery: 9 October
๐ Purley Nursery: 10 October
๐ Book via the link in bio
On Friday our Boys`, Girls` and Nursery schools came together to celebrate #GlobalBeWellDay, exploring the power of connection across all sites.
Throughout the day, from team games and bracelet making to our heartwarming buddy system where older pupils support younger ones as big brothers and sisters, every moment reminded us why connection sits at the heart of everything we do.
We were delighted to see pupils sharing activities on the field, admire the wonderful wellbeing displays made by our Kindergarten and Pre-School children that included beautiful artwork inspired by The Dot, and come together for a coffee morning to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
A perfect reminder that when we connect with purpose and kindness, we build a stronger, more caring community. ๐
#GBWD2025 #CumnorHouse #Connection #CumnorWay
We`re proud to celebrate Henry from Year 6, who competed in the Surrey Age Group Championships Relay Gala 2025. ๐
After a committed summer of training, Henry and his team brought home 2 silver medals, with Henry also achieving 2 personal bests. ๐
Well done to Henry and the whole Sutton and Cheam Swimming Club team! ๐
#CumnorHouse
On Friday, we joined millions across the country for Jeans for Genes Day, wearing denim and learning about celebrating our differences. In our nurseries, little ones explored DNA and decorated jeans, discovering how special and unique we all are. Meanwhile, our boys and girls learned about genetic conditions during Assembly and how the charity supports children who have them.
Through fun activities and meaningful conversations, we raised funds for children with genetic conditions while teaching our children about kindness and inclusion.
A huge thank you to everyone for all the money raised - as a school we set out to raise ยฃ500 and we`re very pleased to say we`ve surpassed our target!
#CumnorHouse #JeansforGenes
