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Caterham School

Co-ed

Veritas Sine Timore

(Truth Without Fear)

United Reformed Church
Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)
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Caterham School is a co-educational day and boarding school situated in Caterham, Surrey. Located in the Harestone Valley, its extensive 200-acre rural campus includes woodlands and sports fields. The school claims to focus on providing an "education for life" that blends tradition with innovation, emphasizing pastoral care and pupil well-being. Awarded Independent Senior School of the Year 2023, it is also recognised as an Apple Distinguished School for its approach to digital learning.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Full Boarding
Weekly Boarding
Flexi Boarding

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Last updated on 11 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-2.4%

Caterham School's fees are 2.4% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-5.1%

Caterham School's fees are 5.1% lower than the county average.

Based on 54 schools in Surrey and 209 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Demonym:Caterhamian
Founded:1811
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 52%/48% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 16.6% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 1,300 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:1109508
Registered Company No.:05410420
Associations:
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
A Level
GCSE
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Scholarships:
Academic
Art
Dance
Drama
Music
Performing arts
Sport
Entrepreneurship
Bursaries offered: Yes
Caterham School offers means-tested financial awards, including 'Transformational Bursaries' and 'Assisted Places', which can cover up to 100% of fees and other costs. Household income is generally no higher than £60,000 for assistance, with substantial support for those below £25,000. Specific awards like William Wilberforce Bursaries are for UK residents at 11+, 13+, and Sixth Form, and the Maddock Award for Medics is for Sixth Form science students.
Sports Facilities:
3G Pitch
Astroturf Pitch
Athletics Track
Badminton Court
Basketball Court
Cricket Grounds
Cross Country Course
Football Pitch
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
High Ropes Course
Hockey Pitch
Lacrosse
Netball Courts
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Sports Hall
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Tennis Court
Other Facilities:
Dance Studio
Drama Studio
Health Centre
Library
Pupil Café
Recording Studio
Textiles Studio
Theatre

Contact Information

Address

Caterham School, Harestone Valley Road, Caterham, Surrey, CR3 6YA

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General Enquiries

01883 343028

Admissions

01883 335058