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The Cedars School

· SE19 1RS

AAB+ A-level

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9–7 GCSE

39.4%

Day fees

£17k

Inspection

Not yet inspected

School website

The Cedars School is a day-only independent senior school for boys located in South East London (SE19), serving a diverse cohort of 259 pupils from age 11 onwards. With entry points at 11, 13, and 16, the school provides a traditional independent education in an urban setting. Not yet inspected by Ofsted, The Cedars operates within the broader independent schools sector and emphasises pastoral care alongside academic development.

  • →Smaller school size (259 pupils) enabling stronger pastoral attention and individual pupil recognition
  • →Day-only model suiting local South London families seeking independent education without boarding commitment
  • →Multiple entry points (11, 13, 16) offering flexibility for families joining at different stages

Who thrives here

The Cedars suits boys who thrive in smaller, tightly-knit communities where individual progress is closely monitored. It appeals to families in South London seeking independent education without the expense or separation of boarding.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports50th 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 pupils259
Age range11–18
GenderBoys
Day fees£16.5k/yr
Settingurban
LocationSouth London location (SE19 postcode, Crystal Palace/Norwood area) served by Gipsy Hill and West Norwood rail stations and local bus network; accessible for families across South London but not on major Underground lines.

Contact & visit

147 Central Hill, London

SE19 1RS

www.thecedarsschool.org.uk
02081857770
Mr Pablo Hinojo, Headmaster

Nearest stations

Gipsy Hill8 min
West Norwood10 min
Multiple bus routes5 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at The Cedars School?

Day fees at The Cedars School are approximately £16,500 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into The Cedars School?

The Cedars School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are The Cedars School's exam results?

At The Cedars School, 39.4% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is The Cedars School a boarding school?

The Cedars School is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.

What parents say

Frequently praised

✓Intimate school size fostering strong staff-pupil relationships

✓Day-school convenience for local families without boarding separation

✓Balanced approach to academics and personal development

Common concerns

!Lack of Ofsted inspection history means limited external validation of standards

!Limited scale may constrain specialist facilities and breadth of co-curricular offer compared to larger independents

!Modest profile in South London independent schools sector suggests fewer established alumni networks