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Reed's School

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Church of England
Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)
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Reed's School is an independent day and boarding school for boys aged 11 to 18, with a co-educational Sixth Form, located on a 40-acre site in Cobham, Surrey. Founded in 1813 by the Reverend Andrew Reed as the London Orphan Asylum, the school moved to its current premises in 1946. It offers a variety of academic and extracurricular programmes, with dedicated facilities including an indoor cricket centre and a regional tennis academy. The school maintains an emphasis on character development and pastoral care, rooted in its historical foundation as a charitable institution.

Selectivity:
Academic
The school employs an academically selective process for students entering at Year 7 and Year 9. This assessment typically involves written examinations in core subjects such as Mathematics and English, along with reasoning tests. Candidates also undergo a personal interview and the school considers a confidential report from their current headteacher to evaluate their suitability for the academic programme.
Boarding:
Flexi Boarding
Full Boarding
Weekly Boarding

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Last updated on 12 March 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

+11.3%

Reed's School's fees are 11.3% higher than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+8.2%

Reed's School's fees are 8.2% higher 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

Demonym:Reedonian
Founded:1813
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 87%/13% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 8.8% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 839 pupils
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Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
GCSE
IGCSE
A Level
AS Level
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
LAMDA
BTEC
Scholarships:
Swimming
Cricket
Golf
Design & Technology
Music
Academic
Skiing
All-Rounder
Art
Netball
Hockey
Drama
Sport
Rugby
Tennis
Bursaries offered: Yes
The Foundation provides means-tested financial support for children from homes in crisis, particularly those who lack parental support and require the stability of a boarding environment.
Sports Facilities:
Squash Court
Tennis Court
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
Cross Country Course
Basketball Court
Badminton Court
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Athletics Track
Sports Hall
Other Facilities:
Student Kitchen
Drama Studio
3D Printer
Theatre
Pupil Café
Health Centre
Recital Hall
Library
Laser Cutter
Chapel
Recording Studio

Contact Information

Address

Reed's School, Sandy Lane, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 2ES

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General Enquiries

01932 869044

Admissions

01932 869001

Other schools that are part of Reed's School charitable foundation

Company Details

Corporate Type:Statutory Corporation
Charitable Status:Charitable
Registered Charity No.:312008
Owner/Stakeholder:Reed's School charitable foundation (owner)