Welcome to Cumnor House
At Cumnor House, we are a family of schools – a girls’ school, a boys’ school and a nursery – 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
Learn more. Download our prospectus.
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❤️ A result to celebrate!
We’re delighted to share that 100% of our Cumnor Girls Reception children achieved a Good Level of Development in our 2025–26 EYFS results. ⭐
A Good Level of Development, or GLD, is awarded when a child meets the Early Learning Goals across five key areas of the EYFS curriculum: Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Physical Development; Communication and Language; Literacy; and Mathematics.
We’re also proud to share that:
⭐ 59% of girls achieved Exceeding in Communication and Language (CL)
⭐ 71% of girls achieved Exceeding in Personal, Social and Emotional Development (PSED)
⭐ 88% of girls achieved Exceeding in Physical Development (PD)
⭐ 53% of girls achieved Exceeding in Literacy (L)
⭐ 35% of girls achieved Exceeding in Maths (M)
⭐ 71% of girls achieved Exceeding in Understanding the World (UW)
⭐ 65% of girls achieved Exceeding in Expressive Arts and Design (EAD)
These fantastic results reflect the strong foundations established in our Early Years setting, supporting every child’s growth, confidence and love of learning.
Congratulations to our Cumnor Girls, and thank you to our dedicated Early Years team and supportive families. 👏❤️
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Learning, laughter and lots of little adventures begin at Cumnor House Nursery 🌟
With a nurturing environment, engaging activities and plenty of opportunities to learn through play, every day brings something new to discover.
Admissions are still open for September 2026 and 2027. Contact our admissions team for more information or to arrange a personal tour:
☎️0208 660 3445
📧admissions@cumnorhouse.com
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NURSERY OPEN DAY | 3rd October 2026 🗓️
Come and experience Cumnor House Nursery, meet our caring Early Years team and discover the nurturing environment where children learn through play, grow in confidence and begin their Cumnor journey.
We’d love to welcome you!
Book your place via the link below:
🌐 https://www.cumnorhouse.com/make-an-enquiry/
Or contact our friendly Admissions Team:
☎️ 020 8660 3445
📧 admissions@cumnorhouse.com
Admissions are still open for September 2026 and 2027.
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☀️ School may be out for summer, but it`s the perfect time to plan ahead.
📚 Our admissions remain open, and we`d love to welcome you for a private tour to discover what makes Cumnor House School so special.
📞 Contact our Admissions Team for more information:
☎️ 0208 660 3445
📧 admissions@cumnorhouse.com
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