St Catherine's School
St Catherine’s is a Catholic girls’ school set beside the beautiful river Thames, in Twickenham with over 100 years’ experience in independent education. It welcomes girls of all faiths and backgrounds to a happy, vibrant community fostering self-confidence and success.
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Our take
Independent girls all-through school in Richmond upon Thames for ages 7–18. Selective entry, C of E ethos.
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 7–18) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
- Families who value a C of E ethos in school life.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- The C of E ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
- Single-sex (girls). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
About the head
“Non Verba Sed Facta”
Activities & co-curricular
music
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Where leavers go
| 2024 | |
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| Cohort | 86 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
Recent coverage
In early 2024, St Catherine's School celebrated World Book Week with various literary events and saw Year 11 and 12 students compete in the ISA competition at LVS Ascot. The school also hosted a Senior School Transition Afternoon for Year 6 girls and engaged younger pupils in educational trips, including visits to the British Museum, Florence Nightingale Museum, and Kew Gardens. Additionally, the school marked the European Day of Languages with cultural celebrations and recently showcased a successful performance of ‘Our Eyes Met’ at the Edinburgh Fringe involving ten pupils.
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 31 Mar 2026 | TBC | Closed |
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Wellbeing
wellbeing. Girls in all year groups were involved and the activities on offer ranged from yoga, to outdoor campfire cooking, cuddles with Daffyd the therapy dog, and spa treatments. We also welcomed external visitors from the RAP project, which had an RSE focus, and Mr Hopwood who presented talks for Years 6 and upwards on e-safety and preserving our wellbeing online. --- St Catherine’s School
Inspection
Isi — 1 Feb 2025
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-26
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What kind of child is St Catherine's School best for?+
Independent girls all-through school in Richmond upon Thames for ages 7–18. Selective entry, C of E ethos.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
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?+
No open days currently listed. Save this school and we'll email when booking opens, or contact admissions to ask about private tours.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at fees@stcatherineschool.co.uk or phone on 020 8891 2898. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
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