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Royal Russell School

Co-ed

Non sibi sed omnibus

(Not for oneself, but for all)

Church of England
Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 3-18)
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Royal Russell School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school located in Croydon, South London, set within a 110-acre parkland campus. Established in 1853, the school educates students aged 3 to 18. Its motto, "Non sibi sed omnibus" (Not for oneself, but for all), guides its ethos, which claims to foster an inclusive, family-oriented community valuing individual development and mutual respect. The campus incorporates both historic architecture and modern facilities.

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

-9.4%

Royal Russell School's fees are 9.4% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-16.5%

Royal Russell School's fees are 16.5% lower than the county average.

Based on 99 schools in Greater London and 259 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:Russellian
Founded:1853
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 59%/41% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 13.8% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 1,263 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:271907
Registered Company No.:01163246
Associations:
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
A Level
BTEC
GCSE
IGCSE
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Scholarships:
Academic
Art
Music
Drama
Sport
Sports Facilities:
Astroturf Pitch
Badminton Court
Basketball Court
Cricket Grounds
Cross Country Course
Football Pitch
Futsal
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
Hockey Pitch
Multi Use Games Area (MUGA).
Netball Courts
Playing Fields
Sports Hall
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Table Tennis
Tennis Court
Trampoline
Volleyball Court
Other Facilities:
Chapel
Drama Studio
Library
Pupil Café
Recital Hall
Recording Studio
Theatre

Contact Information

Address

Royal Russell School, Coombe Lane, Croydon, Greater London, CR9 5BX

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General Enquiries

020 8657 4433

Admissions

020 8657 4433