Chafyn Grove School
School summary
A small prep school with roots stretching back to 1876, Chafyn Grove educates around 169 boys and girls from ages 3 to 13 in Salisbury. Its standout feature is an unusually generous pupil-to-teacher ratio of about five to one, which allows for close attention at every stage. Boarding is offered alongside day places, and the Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school good across the board in its most recent inspection, with compliance requirements met. With such a modest roll, this is a school built on familiarity rather than scale.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 16 May 2023
Teaching & academics
The exceptionally low pupil-to-teacher ratio shapes the academic experience, giving staff scope to know each child well and tailor support. Spanish and French feature among the languages on offer, and academic scholarships recognise stronger performers. A notable 21.3 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting the school is set up to accommodate a range of learning needs.
Languages
Headmaster · Simon Head
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships in sport and design technology point to genuine strength beyond the classroom, rewarding children with talents in these areas. As a prep school preparing pupils up to age 13, it works towards the transition to senior schools.
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1876
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 21.3%
- EHC plans
- 2.37%
Mobile phone policy
Mobile phones are not allowed - any phones brought in are left with the front office and collected at the end of the day.
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £11,382 - £23,202
- Bursaries up to
- 40% of fees
Means-tested bursaries typically range between 10 and 40 per cent of the fees
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Chafyn Grove School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.