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St Teresa's Effingham

Girls
Catholic
Pre-Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 2-18)
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St Teresa's Effingham is an independent Roman Catholic day and boarding school for girls, established in 1928, situated in Effingham, Surrey. The school occupies 48 acres of grounds within the Surrey Hills AONB. It caters to pupils aged 4-18 and claims to offer an inclusive environment rooted in Catholic traditions, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds and faiths. The school's ethos emphasizes individual care, a 'can-do' attitude, and the development of students spiritually, emotionally, and academically.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Full Boarding
Weekly Boarding
Flexi Boarding
Ad-Hoc Boarding
Values:
Faith
Character
Community
Compassion
Intellect

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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

-4.3%

St Teresa's Effingham's fees are 4.3% lower than the national average.

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 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

Founded:1928
Gender Mix:Girls only
Boarder Mix:Approx. 9.8% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 500 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:1095103
Registered Company No.:04509623
Owner/Stakeholder: Effingham Schools Trust (owner), Arundel and Brighton Diocesan Trust (stakeholder)
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
A Level
GCSE
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
LAMDA
Scholarships:
Academic
Drama
Music
Performing arts
Sport
Tennis
Sports Facilities:
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Diving Boards
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
Astroturf Pitch
Netball Courts
Tennis Court
Sports Hall
Badminton Court
Basketball Court
Football Pitch
Hockey Pitch
Other Facilities:
Chapel
Drama Studio
Music Studio
Theatre
Student Kitchen

Contact Information

Address

St Teresa's, Effingham Hill, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6ST

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General Enquiries

01372 452037

Admissions

01372 750204