Welcome to Cumnor House
At Cumnor House, we are a family of four schools – two nurseries, a girls’ school and a boys’ school – 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 – 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 Girls’ and the Boys’ 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.
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 Croydon’s campus overlooks the spacious sports fields of the Boys’ 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
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Reception have continued exploring their Habitats topic, bringing their class habitat to life with some fantastic creative ideas 🌿
The children also learned about David Attenborough, creating fact files about his incredible work for animals and the planet, as well as thinking about his likes and dislikes.
In maths, they have been counting in 5s and 10s, grouping objects to support their understanding and prepare for the 5 and 10 times tables. This learning continued at Forest School, where the children used natural materials like leaves and twigs to build groups—bringing maths to life in a fun, outdoor setting 🍃
In PSHE, the focus was on staying safe. Through a thumbs up, thumbs down game, the children explored different scenarios at school, at home, and out and about, discussing how to recognise risks and make safer choices.
A fantastic week of creativity, curiosity and practical learning - well done Reception! 👏
Year 4’s music lesson last week had a bright, upbeat Carnival feel 🎶
The girls continued exploring Samba, creating their own short rhythms on agogo bells, ganzas, tamborims and surdos, then worked in groups to layer these patterns to form lively grooves. Once their musical ideas were in place, they added call and response moments and some simple choreography, turning their work into energetic and joyful mini performances for the class. 🤩
This week at South Croydon Pre-School, our children have been busy exploring European animals as part of our Animals Around the World topic 🦊🌿 From woodland creatures to creative artwork, their fantastic creations now brighten our display board!
We also enjoyed some special celebrations, including St Patrick’s Day, where the children made shamrocks, rainbows and carefully cut out gold coins, developing their creativity and fine motor skills 🌈🍀
Alongside this, we celebrated Eid by creating beautiful cards to share with families, helping the children learn about and appreciate different cultures.
Year 5 and 6 enjoyed a fantastic trip to the Tate Britain 🏦🖼️
They saw works by Damien Hirst, Bridget Riley and Lubaina Himid. They also got creative and drew their own version of a David Hockney painting. 👩🎨
The girls represented Cumnor House well, and were even commended for their behaviour by a passerby on the train – well done girls.
