Dorking, Surrey · RH5 6ST
St Teresa's is an independent Catholic all-through school for girls in Dorking, Surrey, offering day and boarding provision from age 4 to 18. The school combines traditional Catholic values with a contemporary educational approach, serving a diverse cohort of 668 pupils across its junior and senior divisions. As a Catholic institution, it emphasises pastoral care, moral development and community service alongside academic excellence.
Who thrives here
Families seeking a Catholic education in a traditional all-girls setting; boarders seeking a supportive residential community; pupils who benefit from clear pastoral structures and moral framework alongside academics.
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Effingham Hill
Dorking, Surrey
RH5 6ST
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Day fees at St Teresa's School are approximately £22,500 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.
St Teresa's School admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
At St Teresa's School, 28.2% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 43.1% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
St Teresa's School offers boarding as well as day places.
ISI rated St Teresa's School “Excellent” (2023).
Frequently praised
✓Strong pastoral care and attention to individual pupil wellbeing
✓Supportive Catholic community values and moral education
✓All-girls environment fostering confidence and female role models
✓Accessible location in Dorking with boarding option for flexibility
Common concerns
!School not yet inspected by Ofsted; sector reputation relies on longstanding record rather than current grading