Welcome to Longacre School
Where children achieve “excellent” academic and personal development*
Longacre is a co-educational independent day school and nursery for children aged 2 to 11, located just five miles south of Guildford on the outskirts of Shamley Green in the glorious Surrey Hills. Here, children have woods to explore, time to enjoy the fresh air, and encouragement to get muddy.
Offering an extensive programme of inspiring academics including science, sports, art and DT, and Forest School, all of our children have the chance to shine. They can discover their gifts and convert these into real talent, as well as learning how to deal with challenges. All our children have opportunities to compete, perform and be valued for who they are. Everyone is someone at Longacre.
The Independent School’s Inspectorate visited in summer 2025, and they certainly agreed – finding the school to meet all standards relating to the quality of education, training and recreation, pupils’ physical and mental health and emotional wellbeing, pupils’ social and economic education and contribution to society, and to safeguarding, leadership and management, and governance. They observed that ‘leaders of the early years prioritise individualised learning by tailoring the curriculum to meet the children’s diverse needs’ and that ‘Pupils develop skills across an extensive programme of activities in areas ranging across the arts and sports, from climbing to filmmaking, delivered by highly committed and enthusiastic staff’.
At Longacre, we believe that children learn more effectively when they are happy, and that excellent academic results can be achieved without subjecting pupils to hothouse pressure. The fact that our pupils gain a range of scholarships, and that they transfer successfully to their senior school of choice, is evidence that this approach works.
Upcoming Open Mornings
Friday 17th October – 9:30am
Friday 28th November – 9:30am
Friday 23rd January – 9:30am
Not available on these dates?
Contact our admissions team using the form below and book a one-to-one tour with our Head, Sophie Baber.
Register Your Interest
To experience Longacre School for yourself please complete the form below to book a tour.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Book a Tour
To get a real feel for the school we encourage you to visit – either on a personal tour or by attending one of our many Open Days held throughout the year. You will be taken on a tour of the school by some of our pupils followed by refreshments and an opportunity to meet the Head and other members of our Senior Leadership Team to discuss any questions you may have. Tours usually last around 45 minutes so we encourage all attendees to arrive at 9:30am to allow enough times for questions at the end of their tour.
If you would like to register your interest please click below.
Testimonials
Academic
Longacre teaches a broad, dynamic curriculum where the emphasis is on skills as much as acquiring knowledge. The children are predominantly classroom based up to the end of Year 3, and taught by specialist subject teachers thereafter. French and Computing are taught from Reception onwards and all Pre-Prep children are taught Forest School, Games and Music by specialist subject staff. Children are extended wherever possible through ‘chilli challenges’ and often move beyond the National Curriculum guidelines.
Pastoral Care
The welfare of our pupils is paramount and we firmly believe in the motto of the school’s founder that “A happy heart goes all the way”. We want all of our children to be happy at school and to be able to enjoy their education. Our vision is to develop in our children those qualities that cannot be defined by academic success: interpersonal skills, leadership potential, self-awareness and mental and physical stamina. These skills are encouraged and reinforced through the school’s citizenship and pastoral social and health programme. We believe that self-confidence, emotional intelligence and mindfulness are invaluable assets for future life.
Extra-Curricular
As well as offering before and after-school care for all pupils from Nursery to Year 6, children are encouraged to take part in one of our many after-school clubs that cover both creative and sporting interests. Clubs and activities are run by both members of staff and external club providers with expertise in particular fields. We offer over 25 different clubs and activities for various age groups including early morning clubs, lunchtime clubs and after school clubs.
School Fees
Fees Effective January 2024
Nursery (2+) From £2,168 per term for a minimum of 3 sessions per week
Kindergarten (3+) From £3,810 per term for a minimum of 6 sessions per week
Reception – £4,375 per term
Form I – £5,080 per term
Form II – £5,270 per term
Form III – £5,775 per term
Form IV – £6,415 per term
Form V – £6,790 per term
Form VI – £6,790 per term
Contact Us
If you would like to arrange a personal tour of Longacre please contact our Admissions team below. We look forward to meeting you and your family in person and having the opportunity to show you our wonderful school.