St Paul’s School Group
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The St Paul’s School Group is a prestigious collective of independent, not-for-profit schools based in London. Formed to preserve the 13+ entry pathway and foster pedagogical innovation, the group brings together St Paul’s School and its preparatory arm with leading prep schools including Durston House and the Shrewsbury House School Trust. While each member school retains its individual identity, heritage, and local leadership, they operate under a unified governance structure that shares expertise in areas such as entrepreneurship, pastoral care, and academic excellence.
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The Rowans School is a co-educational pre-preparatory school for children aged 3 to 7. Located in Wimbledon, London, the school is set within its own spacious grounds and gardens on the edge of Wimbledon Common. Housed in a large building that has served as a school since 1936, the site features facilities including a playground with a wooden trim trail and a sports court. The school emphasises a nurturing environment focused on developing social skills, curiosity, and a growth mindset in its pupils.
Durston House is an independent preparatory day school located in Ealing, West London, catering for pupils aged 3 to 13. Founded by the Pearce brothers, the school operates across a distributed campus of historic buildings on Castlebar Road. Following a merger with the neighbouring Harvington Preparatory School in 2023, the institution became co-educational. It maintains a focus on academic preparation for senior schools, supported by a structured curriculum and an emphasis on pastoral care. Durston House is a founding member of the St Paul's School Group.
Shrewsbury House Prep School is an independent day school for boys aged 7 to 13, situated in Surbiton, Surrey. Established in 1865, it is one of the oldest boys’ preparatory schools in England. The school is housed in a grand Victorian Arts and Crafts mansion, often referred to as the "Grand Lady on the Hill". Its ethos focuses on fostering intellectual curiosity and personal development, preparing pupils for entry to leading senior schools at 13+. Facilities include specialist science laboratories, a heated swimming pool, and a dedicated off-site sports ground with a pavilion.