Nursery and Prep School for 2 - 11 years, nestled in the heart of Caterham.

Rated 'Excellent' in all areas, ISI November 2022

At Essendene Lodge School we take pride in being a family-focused school, where our main aim is to create a nurturing environment where children flourish as happy, successful, and motivated learners.

Our commitment is to provide educational excellence while fostering high expectations, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. With a strong emphasis on a happy, safe, and caring learning atmosphere.

2024 Open Morning

Our next Open Morning is on Thursday 21st November, 9.30am to 12pm. Book your place here.

Introduction to Reception 2025

Join us on Tuesday 5th November from 6pm to 7pm. Book your place here.

What sets us apart?

Working in Partnership

We cultivate a welcoming community where parents are encouraged to actively participate and share in their child's learning journey.

Igniting Inspiration

We believe in the power of inspirational teaching that ignites and nurtures a genuine passion for learning.

Promoting Success

We are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that promotes academic excellence and cultivates the skills necessary for success.

Read our fantastic reviews

Essendene has created something special, in that they have managed to ensure an excellent level of education, but in an environment where the children really feel it is fun, inclusive and somewhere where they all feel valued. They are completely on top of each child's strengths, but equally areas where they need to concentrate a bit more on.

Current Parent, 2023

My kids take part in a wide variety of extra curricular activities, which they very much enjoy, and are also learning to play instruments through the school’s peri lessons.

Current Parent, 2023

The children thoroughly enjoy the wide variety of school trips which are on offer, and in particular enjoy taking part in the workshops and activities which are scheduled during the schools themed weeks, such as maths week, science week and wellbeing week etc.

Current Parent, 2023

I have two children who attend Essendene within the school and Preschool settings. My daughter absolutely loves the school and has really benefitted from the smaller class sizes. It is my firm belief that she has excelled and fully reached her potential due to having a smaller group and a more personalised touch to her learning.

Current Parent, 2023

The school teaches excellent values outside of the classroom including the value of friendship, personal wellbeing and emotional intelligence, all things which are essential for the children's growth.

Current Parent, 2023

The teachers absolutely care about every student as an individual and continue to do a fantastic job of delivering the curriculum in fun, engaging and creative ways, which really capture the students imagination. This level of engagement also ensures that they are taking in what they have learnt.

Current Parent, 2023

Orchard Funding

Orchard Funding is available should you wish to pay school fees monthly.

Essendene Lodge Prep School is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Orchard Funding Ltd which is a lender authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority with number 725315. Company number 06656377 registered at 222 Armstrong Road Luton LU2 0FY. Instalment credit option subject to terms, conditions, and acceptance.

What's happening?

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🌟 Proud moments at Essendene Lodge School! Our incredible Year 6 students have secured an impressive array of scholarships to prestigious senior schools. From academic excellence to musical and sporting prowess, our students continue to shine bright, embodying our commitment to fostering well-rounded individuals. 🎓🎶🏅 For more details on our results and destinations, visit our website! Link in bio. #SuccessStories #EssendenePride #FutureLeaders #essendenelodgeschool #essendenelodge #essendeneisthebest #essendeneinspire #caterhamschools #surreyschools #ilgschools

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Interested in joining our ISI rated 'Excellent' school? Book a tour with us today! Visit our website to enquire, link in bio. #essendenelodgeschool #essendenelodge #essendeneisthebest #essendeneinspire #caterhamschools #surreyschools #ilgschools

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Come and join us for an informative evening to find out more about what Essendene Lodge School can offer your child. An opportunity to meet our Headteacher, Mrs Ali and our senior leaders. Specialist teachers from Drama, Art, PE and Music departments will be on hand to tell you more. Come and see for yourself what makes an Essendene Lodge child stand out from the crowd. #essendenelodgeschool #essendenelodge #essendeneisthebest #essendeneinspire #caterhamschools #surreyschools #ilgschools

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A big thankyou to Stephen Davies, ⁦‪@AuthorsAbroad_‬⁩ and of course ⁦‪@WarlinghamPark‬⁩ for a brilliant day of creativity and writing! #inspired

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Year 1 proudly displays their Kindness Tree, each leaf representing acts of care and compassion. Along with their kindness, they're also growing ideas on how to protect our world! #EssendeneLodge #newbeginnings #caterham mums #caterhamlife #surreylife #surreymums #whatsoninsurrey #learningisfun #independentschools #ingnitinginspiration #lifelonglearners #passionforlearning

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Year 2 had a fantastic time visiting Shree Swaminarayan Temple. They watched Aarti and asked lots of questions about Hinduism.

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PSHE through drama - Chinese Whispers helped us understand the impact of spreading rumours. #bullying

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🚓👮‍♀️ What an exciting day for our Year 3 children! Inspector Kift paid us a visit and shared all about her life as a police officer. They even got a close up look at her police car! #EssendeneLodge #newbeginnings #caterham mums #caterhamlife #surreylife #surreymums #whatsoninsurrey #learningisfun #independentschools #ingnitinginspiration #lifelonglearners #passionforlearning

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Such a wonderful Open Day! 🌟 We met some wonderful families and the children were absolutely amazing—full of energy, creativity, and smiles Thank you to everyone that came. #EssendeneLodge #newbeginnings #caterham mums #caterhamlife #surreylife #surreymums #whatsoninsurrey #learningisfun #independentschools #ingnitinginspiration #lifelonglearners #passionforlearning

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Throwback to the best Cooking Club memories when we whipped up some delicious pizza 🍕 and cupcakes 🧁! Good times, great food, even better company. 👩‍🍳✨ #EssendeneLodge #newbeginnings #caterhammums #caterhamlife #surreylife #surreymums #whatsoninsurrey #learningisfun #independentschools #ingnitinginspiration #lifelonglearners #passionforlearning

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Come along today to our open morning to hear some of our wonderful children singing. We are here until 12 noon. Pop down #surreymums #caterhammums #surreylife #prepschoolsurrey

Nursery and Prep School for 2 - 11 years, nestled in the heart of Caterham.

Rated 'Excellent' in all areas, ISI November 2022

2024 Open Morning

Introduction to Reception 2025

Working in Partnership

Igniting Inspiration

Promoting Success

2024 Open Morning

Our next Open Morning is on Thursday 21st November, 9.30am to 12pm.