Longacre School
Guildford, Surrey · GU5 0NQ
Pupils
254
Established
1,949
Day fees
£16k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Longacre is a well-established, coeducational day nursery and prep school in rural Surrey, serving children from age 2 to 11. The school emphasizes a broad, inclusive curriculum with particular focus on creative arts, outdoor learning, and developing confident, well-rounded pupils. It operates year-round wraparound care and flexible admissions, making it attractive to families with varied schedules.
- →Flexible entry points (age 3, 4, 7, 8, 11) and mid-year admissions support
- →Comprehensive wrap-around care and year-round nursery provision for working parents
- →Strong emphasis on creative arts (art, drama, music) and outdoor learning in rural Surrey setting
- →Explicit commitment to inclusion and diversity across all year groups
Who thrives here
Families seeking a nurturing, creative-focused prep with flexible arrangements; children who thrive with artistic and outdoor-learning emphasis; those valuing holistic development over purely competitive academics.
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Contact & visit
Hullbrook Lane, Shamley Green
Guildford, Surrey
GU5 0NQ
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Longacre School?
Day fees at Longacre School are approximately £15,600 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Longacre School?
Longacre School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Longacre School a boarding school?
Longacre School is a day school in Guildford and does not offer boarding.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong creative arts and music provision
✓Warm, inclusive pastoral approach
✓Excellent wraparound care flexibility for working parents
✓Rural location and outdoor learning emphasis
✓Responsive to mid-year moves and family transitions
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted-inspected (registered only with ISA) may deter some families seeking independent validation
!Limited visibility of academic outcomes or destination schools data
!Rural location may limit accessibility without school transport