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Braeside School

Buckhurst Hill, Essex · IG9 5SD

A*–B A-level

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9–7 GCSE

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Day fees

£13k

Inspection

Not yet inspected

School website

Braeside School is a small, independent all-through day school in Buckhurst Hill, Essex, serving pupils from age 3 to 18. With just 151 pupils across the full age range, it offers an intimate, family-oriented environment with continuous progression from early years through to sixth form. The school emphasizes pastoral care, individual attention, and balanced development across academic, creative, and physical domains.

→Small class sizes and individualized attention in a tight-knit community
→Continuous day school journey from nursery to sixth form without transition disruption
→Accessible location in suburban Essex with good local transport links
→Flexible entry points and welcoming admissions approach

Who thrives here

Pupils who thrive in smaller, less pressurized environments where they know staff well and benefit from personalized teaching. Families valuing continuity and community over academic competition or prestigious rankings.

Strengths at a glance

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day

Number of pupils151

Age range3–18

GenderCo-educational

Day fees£12.6k/yr

Settingsuburban

LocationThe school is well-positioned on the Central Line corridor with direct access to central London and reasonable commuter rail connections via the Greater Anglia network.

Contact & visit

130 High Road

Buckhurst Hill, Essex

IG9 5SD

www.braesideschool.co.uk

02085041133

Mrs Chloe Moon, Headmistress

Nearest stations

Buckhurst Hill tube station8 min

Loughton tube station12 min

Chigwell station10 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Braeside School?

Day fees at Braeside School are approximately £12,600 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into Braeside School?

Braeside School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

Is Braeside School a boarding school?

Braeside School is a day school in Buckhurst Hill and does not offer boarding.

What parents say

Frequently praised

✓Warm, nurturing pastoral environment suited to individual learners

✓Strong continuity and relationship-building across the age range

✓Accessible, non-selective ethos welcoming families across the ability spectrum

Common concerns

!Lack of recent Ofsted inspection creates uncertainty about standards and quality assurance

!Small sixth form may limit breadth of A-level subject choice and university progression support

!Limited public profile and data on academic outcomes or university destinations