Rugby, United Kingdom Day only · Co-ed Age range 4–11 190 pupils Founded 1948Crescent School
Crescent School offers a nurturing environment where academic excellence and personal growth go hand in hand. With a strong commitment to fostering curiosi...
About Crescent School
Artboard 1 Skip to content Home Crescent School About Us About Us The Crescent School is an independent preparatory co-educational day school for pupils aged 4 to 11 years. Tailoring learning to individual needs, we support all our pupils to achieve great things in a happy and caring environment. Originally founded in 1948 (having informally started in 1946) as a school for the children of Rugby School masters, it was housed in Rugby School buildings. Having opened its doors to children living in Rugby and the surrounding district, it outgrew its premises and, in 1988, purchased a purpose built school in Bilton, a leafy, residential suburb approximately 2 miles south of Rugby town centre.
Crescent School is the only independent primary school in Rugby, serving families from Warwickshire and Northamptonshire, specialising in preparing children for entry to senior schools, both state maintained and independent, at the age of 11 years.
In September 2016, the Crescent School merged with the Princethorpe Foundation . The Princethorpe Foundation is formed of three schools; Princethorpe College, Crackley Hall (including Little Crackers Nursery) and Crescent School. We share the same ethos, resources and love of learning.
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Pupil breakdown
- Boys
- 82 (43%)
- Girls
- 108 (57%)
- SEN support
- 29 (15.3%)
- SEN EHCP
- 2 (1.1%)
Frequently asked questions
What type of school is Crescent School?
Crescent School is a co-educational independent mainstream school for pupils aged 4 to 11, located near Rugby in Warwickshire. The school offers education from Pre-Prep through to Prep.
How do I apply to Crescent School?
Applications typically begin 1–2 years in advance and may include registration, assessments and interviews. Families can explore the UK private school admissions timeline to understand key dates and entry points. https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
What are the fees at Crescent School?
Fees at Crescent School are approximately £3,997–£4,372 per term, depending on the year group and whether pupils board. Families can learn more about UK private school fees and what is typically included. https://schoolscout.uk/posts/how-much-do-uk-private-schools-cost
Is Crescent School a day or boarding school?
Crescent School is a day school.
Is Crescent School selective?
Crescent School is a non-selective independent school. Admissions may include assessments and interviews where applicable.