Caterham School, Caterham
Caterham School is an independent school for pupils aged 10 to 19 in Caterham. It has a Christian religious character. It is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted; its most recent ISI inspection was a non-routine inspection in May 2025.
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Caterham School in detail
Caterham School in its own words
From the headteacher's welcome: "Caterham is a school where there is always lots going on. We are proud of all of our pupils - here are some particular stories and achievements to share with you. We are delighted to share the experience of Harry, who recently completed an exciting industry placement with a BAFTA-winning..."
Coming up: an open evening on Tuesday 26 January 2027, an open day on Wednesday 27 January 2027, an open day on Wednesday 3 March 2027 and an open day on Thursday 11 March 2027. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.
All school open days in Surrey
Headteacher's welcome (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Results
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Caterham School can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other independent schools to Caterham School are Caterham Prep (0.3 miles, selective); Oakhyrst Grange School (0.5 miles); Essendene Lodge School (1.1 miles); and Woldingham School (1.5 miles).
Caterham PrepOakhyrst Grange SchoolEssendene Lodge SchoolWoldingham School
Where pupils go next
Of the 162 students who left the sixth form in 2023/24, 86% went on to university or other higher education, 1% to apprenticeships and 2% into work.
Who goes there
In 2026, 263 pupils (25.6%) received SEN support and 0 (0%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Caterham Rail Station, about 0.7 miles away in a straight line.
1 bus stop is within a five-minute walk; the closest is School (opposite), 80 metres away.
The area around the school
Measured by the 2025 English Indices of Deprivation, the neighbourhood Caterham School stands in is among the 10% least deprived neighbourhoods in England. This describes where the school is, not where its pupils live.
Sources: DfE school performance data (averages: state mainstream schools); DfE destination measures; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASISI Inspection Reports
Independent schools in England are inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), not Ofsted.
Non-Routine Inspection
12 May 2025
Routine Inspection
21 November 2023
Educational Quality / Focused Compliance
30 April 2019
Regulatory Compliance
26 April 2016
Intermediate (Boarding)
23 April 2013
Standard
1 January 2010
About
Caterham School is a co-educational day and boarding public school in Caterham, Surrey and is a member of the Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference.
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Fees for 2026/27
Day fees, per year
£28,995 to £30,375
depending on year group
Boarding fees, per year
£60,510 to £63,765
| Years 7 to 13 | £28,995 a year |
| Sixth Form Entry | £30,375 a year |
| Full Boarding Years 9 to 13 | £60,510 a year |
| Full Boarding Sixth Form Entry | £63,765 a year |
From the school's own fee schedule; check with the school before you rely on it.
Private school fees in Surrey - 36 schools' published fees side by side
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Secondary Performance (GCSE)
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Caterham School can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
GCSE Subjects Offered
2025/26 academic year - entries by number of pupils
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby all-through schools
Latest from Caterham School
National Schools Relays Success
2 Oct 2026
Generous support for Macmillan!
2 Oct 2026
Kicking Off the Twilight Concerts
2 Oct 2026
Caterham at the Forefront of Education Research
2 Oct 2026
Exploring the Future of Education in Hong Kong
2 Oct 2026
Harry Explores the World of Game Development
2 Oct 2026
From Caterham School's website. School Signal is not affiliated with the school.
Social & online
Keep up with Caterham School
Before and after school care
Clubs on Ofsted's childcare register at or near Caterham School.
- BB Soccer Caterham Holiday ClubAt the school · Not yet graded
- Camp Beaumont - CaterhamAt the school · Not yet graded
Getting There
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 1
- Fatal
- 0
- Serious
- 0
- Children hurt
- 0
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 1 road collision in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 0 serious and 1 slight.
No children aged 0 to 15 were among the people hurt.
0 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Surrey is 13 (the median across 521 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
98%
Near capacity
1,029 pupils
1,050 places
21 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Caterham
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Caterham
Across Surrey council
Places available
12,569
Applications
11,986
Got 1st preference
81.3%
Got preferred school
96.2%
All secondary applications across Surrey council (2026/27), not just this school.
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
263
SEN Support
0
EHC Plans
25.6%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
1,029
Total Pupils
534
Boys
495
Girls
2026 academic year
Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Questions parents ask about Caterham School
What are GCSE results like at Caterham School?
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Caterham School can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
When was Caterham School last inspected?
Caterham School is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted. Its most recent ISI inspection was a non-routine inspection in May 2025.
How many pupils go to Caterham School?
Caterham School has around 1029 pupils on roll.
How do I apply to Caterham School?
Caterham School is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
Does Caterham School have a breakfast club or after-school club?
Ofsted's childcare register lists 2 out-of-school clubs at the school: BB Soccer Caterham Holiday Club (registered, not yet graded) and Camp Beaumont - Caterham (registered, not yet graded). The school may also run its own clubs, which don't have to register with Ofsted.
How many road collisions happen near Caterham School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 1 road collision in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 0 serious and 1 slight. No children aged 0 to 15 were among the people hurt. 0 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Surrey is 13 (the median across 521 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Caterham School?
Caterham School is at Harestone Valley Road, Caterham, Surrey, CR3 6YA.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)