The Roche School

United Kingdom, London

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees £18,165 - 23,088

Ages 2 - 11 years

Pupil numbers 263

Type Co-educational

Opened 1983

Bus Service Yes

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Academic offering

Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Montessori Curriculum

Taught languages Spanish, French

Typical class size 18

Strengths Sport, Languages, Performing Arts

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School

Introduction

The Roche School is a private, family-owned day school in London that educates children from 2 to 11. It follows the English National Curriculum, with Nursery to Year 6, teaching core subjects across year groups in English and offering Spanish immersion for bilingual learners. The school also integrates EYFS and Montessori-inspired elements to support early development. The Roche School prioritises pupil wellbeing through a daily wellbeing room staffed by a pastoral team and an engaging, enriched English-centric curriculum. Its facilities include a main building with a library, three computer suites, a sprung-floor dance studio, an in-house pottery kiln, a raised stage, and a kitchen, plus access to outdoor spaces such as Wandsworth Park playing fields, nearby tennis courts, and a 33m swimming pool. Regular Forest School sessions use Wimbledon Common and Richmond Park. A broad extracurricular offer includes sport, arts, and specialist clubs, underpinned by student leadership and community projects.

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11 Frogmore, London SW18 1HW, United Kingdom

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The Essentials

Location

The Roche School and Nursery is located at 11 Frogmore, Wandsworth, London SW18 1HW. The main school and nursery are based in the heart of Wandsworth, with an additional nursery hub just a few minutes' walk away. Minibus routes serve Wimbledon Parkside, Wimbledon, Southfields and parts of Wandsworth, for a fee of £7 per day.

Stages

Nursery; Prep School.

Type

Private, family-owned day school with a Nursery and Prep School on site.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Pupils represent over 50 countries; one quarter are bilingual or multilingual.

Additional learning support

Special Education Needs & Disability Policy.

Country affiliation

United Kingdom

School day structure

Core school day for Reception to Year 6 is 8:00 am–6:30 pm. After-school club runs 4:30 pm–6:30 pm (Mon–Thu) and 4:30 pm–6:00 pm on Friday. Nursery wraparound care runs 4:00 pm–6:00 pm.

Bus service

Minibus Routes: two routes covering Wimbledon Parkside, Wimbledon, Southfields and parts of Wandsworth; £7 per day.

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Fees

Application fees

- The non‑refundable application (registration) fee is GBP 75 per child. For sibling applications the fee is GBP 20. Upon acceptance of an offer an Acceptance Deposit is payable to secure the place; this deposit is retained by the school and is credited (without interest) against the final payment of fees when the pupil leaves.

Tuition fees (per term and per year group)

- Nursery (full time, including lunch): GBP 6,055 per term — equivalent to GBP 18,165 per academic year (three terms).
- Reception – Year 2: GBP 7,502 per term — equivalent to GBP 22,506 per academic year (three terms).
- Year 3 – Year 6: GBP 7,696 per term — equivalent to GBP 23,088 per academic year (three terms).
- There are three terms in the academic year and the termly amounts above are the standard tuition charge for each term.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fees are invoiced termly in advance; invoices are issued before the start of each term and fees are due as cleared funds before the commencement of the term to which they relate. Instalment arrangements may be agreed by separate arrangement with the school. The school may refuse a payment if it is not satisfied as to the identity of the payer or the source of funds. Simple interest may be charged on overdue fees (at up to 2% per month) and recovery costs may be payable by the parents.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. The Roche School is a day school for children aged 2 to 11.

Other costs and optional extras

- Wraparound / after‑school club: After School Club (Mon–Thu, 4:30–6:30pm) is GBP 18.10 per session; Nursery After School Club (Mon–Thu, 4:00–6:00pm) is GBP 19.50 per session; Friday After School Club (4:30–6:00pm) is GBP 18.10 per session. A snack is provided for children attending these sessions.
- Minibus: Morning home pick‑up on the school minibus is available for a fee of GBP 7 per day; routes vary and places are registered with the school office.
- School lunches: School lunches are included in the published tuition fees.
- Clubs, trips, specialist activities, extra tuition, and ad‑hoc items (for example music lessons, some extracurricular providers or external trips) are optional extras and may incur additional charges which are communicated in advance. Wraparound care and some clubs are charged separately as shown above.
- Uniform: A full uniform list is required and uniform is available from the school's official stockist (Perry Uniform); nearly‑new uniform sales are run at the start of terms by the parent group. Costs for individual items vary and are payable separately.

Refund information and deposit handling

- Fees are not normally refundable or reduced for absence through illness, if a term is shortened or a vacation extended, if the school premises are temporarily closed, or for similar circumstances except in exceptional hardship and at the Head's discretion. The Acceptance Deposit paid on acceptance of an offer is retained in the school's funds and is repaid only by credit against the final sums due on leaving (without interest), except where specific provisions allow otherwise. If a pupil is excluded or expelled there will be no refund of the Acceptance Deposit or of fees for current or past terms. A non‑refundable deposit is required before a child joins and will be used in part payment of the child's final term.

Fee payment options and instructions

- Invoices include the school's payment instructions and deadlines; fees must be paid as cleared funds before the start of the term concerned. Instalment agreements (payment by instalments) are possible only by separate written agreement with the school. The school reserves the right to refuse payments if it is not satisfied as to the payer's identity or the source of funds. Late payments may attract interest and additional recovery costs.

Academics

Curriculum

The Roche School follows the National Curriculum for England. It offers a broad curriculum for Nursery to Year 6 with core subjects including English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Computing and PSHE. Spanish immersion is offered alongside the English-language curriculum. Forest School provides regular outdoor learning experiences. The Roche School supports pupil wellbeing with a daily wellbeing room staffed by the pastoral care team, and the curriculum is described as engaging and enriched within the English context.

Exam Results

In 2026, 100% of Year 6 pupils was offered a place at one of their target senior schools. In 2026, 37% of Year 6 pupils won an Academic scholarship at 11plus.

Gifted and Talented

Academic scholarships (11+) are awarded; 37% of Year 6 pupils won an Academic scholarship at 11plus in 2026.

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Admissions

1. Visit Us – The Roche School welcomes children aged 2 to 11, with most pupils joining in Nursery or Reception. The best way to understand the school is to see it in person. Book a School Tour or a Taster Session for you and your child to drop in on lessons, meet pupils and staff, and experience the atmosphere. This initial visit helps families decide if The Roche School is the right fit.

2. Submit an Application – To apply for Nursery or Reception (or another year group), complete the Application Form. A non-refundable registration fee applies: £75 for the first child and £20 for each sibling. The application can be submitted online via the provided form. If applying for a mid-year or occasional place, you may be asked to provide additional information.

3. Taster Day or Report – For children applying for Years 1–6 mid-year or for occasional places, a taster day is arranged. A copy of the child's most recent school report is requested. The taster day helps assess readiness and fit with the school. The admissions team will let you know if any further information is needed.

4. Secure the Place – After an offer, secure the place by paying the deposit, reserving the spot for your child. For Nursery, the full non-refundable deposit is £2,240. For the School, an initial non-refundable deposit is £2,000, with the remaining £1,900 due by January before the September start.

5. Join Welcome Events – New families are invited to welcome events to meet classmates and teachers, receive information packs, and become familiar with uniform and term dates. These activities help ensure a smooth start for your child. If you have questions, the Admissions Team is available by email or phone.

Scholarships

Academic scholarships are awarded at 11+. In 2026, 37% of Year 6 pupils won Academic scholarships.

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FAQs

What curriculum does The Roche School follow?

What are the tuition fees at The Roche School?

Annual tuition fees range from GBP 18,165 to GBP 23,088 depending on the year group. **Application fees** - The non‑refundable application (registration) fee is GBP 75 per child. For sibling applications the fee is GBP 20. Upon accepta

What age range does The Roche School serve?

The school serves students aged 2 to 11. Nursery; Prep School.

Where is The Roche School located?

What wellbeing support does The Roche School offer?

The Roche School prioritizes pupil wellbeing and provides a warm, supportive environment where pupils develop social and emotional skills, build confidence, and strengthen resilience. The Roche Approach expresses five values—Respect, Open Mindedness, Compassion, Humour, and Effort— guiding interacti

What sports facilities does The Roche School have?

On-site facilities include an outdoor area, a sports hall, and a gymnastics and dance studio, with two off-site venues used for sport. The major sports offered are rugby, football, cricket and netball. A wide range of other activities is available, including tennis, hockey, swimming, table tennis, r

How do I apply to The Roche School?

How diverse is the student body at The Roche School?

Pupils represent over 50 countries; one quarter are bilingual or multilingual.

What type of school is The Roche School?

The Roche School is a Co-educational school with 263 students. Private, family-owned day school with a Nursery and Prep School on site.

What languages are taught at The Roche School?

The Roche School is an English-speaking school with English as an Additional Language specialists who provide in-class and small-group support as part of the core fees. It is a Spanish specialist school with a dedicated Spanish program, including the option for Year 6 pupils to prepare for the A1 DE

Is there a bus service at The Roche School?

Minibus Routes: two routes covering Wimbledon Parkside, Wimbledon, Southfields and parts of Wandsworth; £7 per day.

What is the history of The Roche School?

The Roche School is a family-owned school in Southwest London. It began in 1983 as Mrs Roche's Coaching Establishment in West Kensington with five children, founded on the principle of offering a thorough education in a homely environment, with morning lessons followed by swimming, art, cultural exc

What extracurricular activities are available?

Art, Music and Drama are central to the Roche experience. Art fosters self-expression, empathy, critical thinking and personal identity, with pupils regularly selected to show at the Royal Academy Young Artists' Summer Exhibition and to display work at the Year 6 Art Exhibition. Music includes two f

What are the school hours at The Roche School?

Core school day for Reception to Year 6 is 8:00 am–6:30 pm. After-school club runs 4:30 pm–6:30 pm (Mon–Thu) and 4:30 pm–6:00 pm on Friday. Nursery wraparound care runs 4:00 pm–6:00 pm.

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