Royal Russell School
Royal Russell School is a co-educational all-through school with day and boarding options, offering education from Nursery through Sixth Form.
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Our take
Independent co-ed all-through school in Croydon for ages 3–18, day or boarding. Non-selective intake.
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–18) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
- Internationally-mobile families wanting IB or American-style qualifications rather than only A-levels.
- 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.
About the head
“Non Sibi Sed Omnibus”
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
boarding
wellbeing
Latest exam results
Where leavers go
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 123 |
| Oxbridge | 1 |
| Russell Group | 48 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
Recent coverage
Royal Russell School announced impressive 2024 exam results, with 87% of A-level grades at A*-B and a 99% pass rate at GCSE, reflecting academic excellence. Additionally, the school appointed a new headteacher, Dr. Emily Saunders, who joined in January 2025, bringing a strong focus on innovation and pastoral care. The school also completed the opening of a new STEM centre in early 2025, enhancing facilities for science and technology subjects.
Notable alumni
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 31 Mar 2026 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Excerpts
“Understanding the whole child is at the centre of pastoral care; pastoral staff continuously update their knowledge and training and sixth formers are given safeguarding training.”
Pastoral care, inclusivity & disciplineUnderstanding the whole child is at the centre of pastoral care; pastoral staff continuously update their knowledge and training and sixth formers are given safeguarding training. Health and well-being centre on site where pupils can access doctors, Mobile phone policy A clear...
Wellbeing
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Inspection
Isi — 9 Dec 2025
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2026-27
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about Royal Russell School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Royal Russell School best for?+
Independent co-ed all-through school in Croydon for ages 3–18, day or boarding. 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?+
SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has identified needs, contact admissions early to discuss capacity.
Are there open days?+
2 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@royalrussell.co.uk or phone on +4402086574433. 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 Royal Russell School — see the "Schools like Royal Russell School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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