St Teresa's Effingham

Co-ed

“Gaudere et Bene Facere”

(Rejoice and do well)

Catholic

Pre-Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 2-18)

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St Teresa’s Effingham is an independent day and boarding school for girls aged 2 to 18, set within 55 acres of parkland in the Surrey Hills. Founded in 1928 by the Religious of Christian Instruction, the school is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is centred around an 18th-century manor house. It maintains a Catholic ethos while welcoming pupils of all faiths. Notable facilities include an on-site equestrian centre, a 300-seat performing arts theatre, and a tennis academy. Since 2019, it has formed part of the Effingham Schools Trust alongside Cranmore School.

Selectivity:

Academic

Boarding:

Ad-Hoc Boarding

Flexi Boarding

Full Boarding

Weekly Boarding

Values:

Faith

Character

Community

Compassion

Intellect

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Last updated on 12 March 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Admission & Fees

Fees Vs. National Average

-4.2%

St Teresa's Effingham's fees are 4.2% lower than the national average.

Fees Vs. County Average

-5.8%

St Teresa's Effingham's fees are 5.8% lower than the county average.

Based on 69 schools in Surrey and 264 nationally.

Note: Fee comparisons are based on core termly day fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials 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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Gender:Co-educational

Selectivity:Academic

Admission to the Senior School is based on the results of academic entrance assessments, which for Year 7 entry involves the ISEB Common Pre-Tests covering English, Mathematics, and reasoning. The process also includes a formal interview with senior staff and the receipt of a reference from the candidate's current headteacher.

Scholarships:

Gymnastics

Swimming

Cricket

Music

Athletics

Academic

Performing arts

All-Rounder

Art

Netball

Riding

Dance

Hockey

Drama

Sport

Cross Country

Tennis

Bursaries:Yes

Means-tested awards are available for both prospective and current pupils facing financial difficulties. These bursaries can cover up to half of the tuition fees based on a family assessment.