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Tennis Avenue School

Surrey · KT3 6AU

A*–B A-level

9–7 GCSE

Day fees

£14k

Inspection

Requires improvement

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Tennis Avenue School is a small, coeducational independent day school located in Surrey with a highly intimate pupil cohort of just 17 students. The school offers entry at ages 8, 11, 13, and 16, suggesting a flexible, personalised approach to education. With no Ofsted inspection record, the school operates outside the mainstream inspection framework, positioning itself as a boutique provider likely focused on bespoke education and close pastoral care.

  • Extremely small class sizes enabling highly individualised attention
  • Flexible entry points suggesting tailored progression pathways
  • Day-only model convenient for Surrey-based families

Who thrives here

This school likely suits pupils who thrive in intimate, low-pressure environments and benefit from highly personalised tuition. It may appeal to families seeking an alternative to conventional schooling or to those with specific learning needs that demand one-to-one focus.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSports50th pctCo-curricularno dataValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeIndependent Senior · Day
Number of pupils17
Age range8–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£14.4k/yr
Settingsuburban
LocationKT3 6AU postcode places the school in the Tolworth/Surbiton area of Southwest London, with good South Western Railway access; convenient for commuting families from central Surrey and southwest London.

Contact & visit

Manor Park, Malden Road, New Malden

Surrey

KT3 6AU

www.tennisavenue.school
02089427583
Principal Ilge Alpay, Head

Nearest stations

Surbiton8 min
Tolworth5 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Tennis Avenue School?

Day fees at Tennis Avenue School are approximately £14,400 per year (2025/26).

How do you get into Tennis Avenue School?

Tennis Avenue School admits pupils at 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

Is Tennis Avenue School a boarding school?

Tennis Avenue School is a day school in Surrey and does not offer boarding.

What is Tennis Avenue School's latest inspection rating?

Ofsted rated Tennis Avenue School “Requires improvement” (2022).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Exceptional personalisation and one-to-one attention due to micro cohort

Flexible, bespoke educational approach responsive to individual pupil needs

Close-knit, supportive community environment

Common concerns

!Uncertainty regarding exam preparation infrastructure and exam success rates given absence of inspection data

!Limited peer group and co-curricular breadth compared to larger independent schools

!Unknown fee structure and financial transparency