Salcombe Preparatory School
“Sapere aude”
(Dare to be wise)
Salcombe Preparatory School is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 3 to 11, located in Southgate, North London. Founded in 1916 by the Deakin sisters, the school operates across two sites: the Pre-Prep, housed in a Grade II listed 1930s building, and the Prep School, set in Victorian villas. Facilities include a purpose-built art studio and the Lord Winston Science Lab, named after alumnus Professor Robert Winston. The school emphasises strong academic foundations and holistic wellbeing, preparing children for transition to grammar and independent senior schools.
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Last updated on 11 March 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)
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Fees (Day Pupils)
Vs. National Average
-24.1%
Salcombe Preparatory School's fees are 24.1% lower than the national average.
Vs. County Average
-35.3%
Salcombe Preparatory School's fees are 35.3% lower than the county average.
Based on 99 schools in Greater London and 259 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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