Historic schools in Surrey
Suzie Nash takes a look at the rich history of Elmbridge schools, uncovering tales of royal dwellings, visionary philanthropy and illustrious alumni...
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ACS Egham International School
The Heywood Estate with its 128 acres made a perfect campus location for ACS Cobham when it opened in 1975 (the first site in Hampstead was founded in 1967 as the Overseas School of London). The earliest mention of the manor of Heywood dates from 1206 when it was owned by the Heiwude family. Learn more about the school.
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Claremont Fan Court School
The Claremont estate, comprised of the magnificent mansion and its splendid landscaped grounds, is home to Claremont Fan Court School, a co-educational independent school in Esher. Learn more about the school.
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Notre Dame Senior School
Notre Dame School, an independent girls preparatory and senior day school in Cobham was founded at Burwood House in Convent Lane in 1937. Lean more about the school.
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Reed's School
Reed’s School was founded in 1813 by the Reverend Dr Andrew Reed as the London Orphan Asylum in Shoreditch, with financial support from the City of London and the royal family.
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Shrewsbury House School
Founded in 1865 by Reverend Henry Wilson, moving to the splendid Victorian Arts and Crafts mansion of ‘Haulkerton’ in Surbiton in 1910. Learn more about the school.
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St George's College
St George's College was founded in 1869 by Josephites and was originally based in Croydon moving to its current location in Woburn Park, Weybridge in 1884.