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Notre Dame Senior School

Girls

Love, Learn, Flourish

Catholic
Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)
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Notre Dame Senior School is an independent Catholic day school for girls aged 11 to 18, set within 26 acres of parkland in Cobham, Surrey. The school occupies Burwood House, a Grade II listed 18th-century manor house once owned by the Earl of Ellesmere. Founded by the Company of Mary Our Lady, it follows the educational philosophy of Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac. Facilities include a 370-seat professional-standard theatre, a heated indoor swimming pool, and an Innovation Hub for STEM studies. The curriculum is complemented by a diverse range of extracurricular activities in music, drama, and competitive sport.

Selectivity:
Academic
Admissions to the Senior School are based on academic performance and potential. For the main entry point at Year 7, candidates sit an online entrance examination covering mathematics, verbal reasoning, and non-verbal reasoning. The assessment also includes a written English component featuring a comprehension task and a creative writing piece. The school seeks applicants whose academic records and assessment results place them in the top 40% of their age group nationally.
Boarding:
Day Only

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-10.5%

Notre Dame Senior School's fees are 10.5% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-12.9%

Notre Dame Senior School's fees are 12.9% lower than the county average.

Based on 54 schools in Surrey and 209 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Founded:1937
Gender Mix:Girls only
School Size: Approx. 442 pupils
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Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
GCSE
ABRSM
A Level
LAMDA
Higher Project Qualification (HPQ)
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Scholarships:
STEM
Music
Academic
Art
Drama
Sport
Bursaries offered: Yes
Financial aid is provided via means-tested bursaries for families with limited income and assets. These awards are reviewed annually and include a home visit as part of the assessment.
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
Rounders
Cross Country Course
Basketball Court
Volleyball Court
Badminton Court
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Playing Fields
Lacrosse
Trampoline
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Athletics Track
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Drama Studio
Forest School
Theatre
Dance Studio
Music Studio
Library
Podcast Studio
Laser Cutter
School Shop
Chapel

Contact Information

Address

Burwood House, Convent Lane, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 1HA

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General Enquiries

01932 869990

Admissions

01932 869993

Company Details

Corporate Type:Company Limited by Guarantee (with Charitable Status)
Charitable Status:Charitable
Registered Charity No.:1081875
Registered Company No.:03898262
Owner/Stakeholder:Arundel and Brighton Diocesan Trust (stakeholder)