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Maypole School (Leigham Court)

Maypole School (Leigham Court) is a specialist SEMH school for pupils with social, emotional and mental health difficulties and additional complex needs.

LambethAll ThroughCo EdAges 5–19Day52 pupils
Day fees
Fees TBC
How competitive entry is
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Pupils
52
Founded
2023
Next deadline
No dates published
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Our take

Independent co-ed all-through school in Lambeth for ages 5–19. Non-selective intake.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 5–19) rather than separate prep + senior.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
Watch-outs
Know before applying
  • Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
  • SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
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About the head

Adrienne Cherrywood OBE is the Principal of Maypole School, leading the school with extensive experience in SEMH education and a proven record of growing successful SEMH schools. The schools opened new sites in 2023 and a third site is planned for 2026.

Our intent is to provide the best SEMH schools in the South London / SE region, helping pupils with complex needs succeed where other schools have struggled.

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Distinctive features

specialist SEMH provision

support for complex additional needs

multiple London sites

family-owned and run

beyond traditional academic focus

Facilities

sports

Field to rear (Sunbury site)

academic

Maypole School Sunbury (capacity 18 pupils on-site)Maypole School Leigham Court, Streatham (capacity 45 pupils on-site)Maypole School Melville, South Croydon (capacity 55 pupils on-site, opening mid-April 2026)

wellbeing

Leigham Court Annex building (Therapists and school office)

Latest exam results

Outcomes

Ofsted reports highlight exceptional individual development and excellent support for behaviour among pupils. Many pupils who were previously out of education are now thriving.

Recent coverage

Maypole School opened a new site in Sunbury-on-Thames in September 2023, initially accommodating up to 17 primary and secondary pupils, with plans to increase capacity to around 25 by September 2024. The Leigham Court site in Streatham continues to serve up to 45 pupils across primary and secondary levels. Additionally, the school offers bespoke off-site vocational placements for years 10-14, tailored to individual needs and including supported local college placements aimed at achieving specific qualifications.

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Registration opensPassed
1 Sept 2025
Registration closesPassed
15 Nov 2025
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Registration windows
YearOpensClosesReply byStatus
2026-271 Sept 202515 Nov 2025TBCClosed

Open events

Dates to be confirmed
Taster Morning (Sunbury)January 2024
Dates TBC
Taster Morning (Leigham Court)January 2024
Dates TBC

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Fees

Fees TBCper year · Day · 2025-26
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

Bursaries & Scholarships

Inspection

Ofsted 11 Jun 2024

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

Good
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Term dates 2025-26

autumn8 Sept 202519 Dec 2025
spring7 Jan 202627 Mar 2026
summer15 Apr 202617 Jul 2026
autumn9 Sept 202618 Dec 2026
spring6 Jan 202725 Mar 2027
summer14 Apr 202723 Jul 2027

Schools like Maypole School (Leigham Court)

Ranked by semantic similarity across curriculum, ethos, intake and admissions style. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

75%

Maypole School - Melville

Croydon · Ages 5–19
Fees TBC
73%

Laleham Lea School

Croydon · Prep · Ages 3–11
£9,073 – £13,043
72%

West Lodge School

Bexley · Pre Prep · Ages 3–11
£2,400 – £14,728
72%

Leaways School

Hackney · All Through · Ages 7–17
Fees TBC
71%

Park House School

Wandsworth · Pre Prep · Ages 4–11
Fees TBC
68%

Millfield School

Somerset · All Through · Ages 2–18
£2,910 – £39,465

Questions parents ask

Common questions about Maypole School (Leigham Court), answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is Maypole School (Leigham Court) best for?+

Independent co-ed all-through school in Lambeth for ages 5–19. Non-selective intake.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions are non-selective. Registration windows and required forms vary by entry point — check the admissions timeline above.

Are fees published?+

Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.

Does the school support SEND?+

Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.

Are there open days?+

1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

email at jherring@maypoleschool.co.uk or phone on 07802 426 312. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

What similar schools should I compare?+

We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Maypole School (Leigham Court) — see the "Schools like Maypole School (Leigham Court)" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 11 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

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