Admissions

For the Nursery and Reception classes, children are guaranteed entry by registration.

All older children are invited to spend a morning or day with us, dependent upon age, in order that we may assess their capabilities.  This also provides the opportunity for a child to familiarise her/himself with the new surroundings and make the transition smoother.

Chinthurst also offers a limited number of places at 11+ (Year 7). Very often, once pupils have been allocated state school places in early March, parents may wish to consider alternative solutions. Chinthurst offers the benefits of small class sizes, specialist teaching and a high level of pastoral care as children are prepared for transfer at 13. Any parent considering a place at 11+ is advised to contact Mrs Kenton on 01737 812011. Entry is based upon assessments in English, Maths and Non-Verbal Reasoning.

All-Rounder Scholarships, to the value of up to 30%, are also available.

FEE SCALE AS FROM SEPTEMBER 2011

Nursery: £255 per session per term (£1,275 per term = 5 sessions each week)

Pre-Preparatory: £2,565 per term

Preparatory: £3,550 per term

Lunches: £225 (Pre-Preparatory), £230 (Preparatory) per term

There is a discount of 10 per cent for one younger sibling on fees only, provided they are at school at the same time, and a discount of 20 per cent for a second younger sibling.

11+ Scholarships are available, as well as Bursaries.  Further details are available from the Bursar's Office.

A deposit of £100 is required before a child is admitted to a firm place from the Pre-Preparatory Department upwards or on transfer from our Nursery to the first class of Pre-Preparatory. 

This deposit is refundable when a pupil leaves the school.

Extended Day Care (per session): £5 (morning: from 7.30 am) & £9 (afternoon: 3.30-5.30 pm). Half sessions are available, and extended sessions to 6.00 p.m.

Fees may be paid monthly by Direct Debit.  Further details are available from the Bursar's office.