Welcome to Milbourne
Lodge School

Located in stunning grounds near to Esher, we provide a private Pre-Prep and Prep school education for children aged between 4 and 13 years. At Milbourne Lodge we value every child, and create lasting memories, and our personalised focus and inspirational teaching is reflected in our outstanding academic results. We are united in a passion to maximise the potential and development of each child.


Nurturing Excellence

 
Our aim is to develop every child so that they can reach their full potential.

We know that there is far more to education than academic achievement and the school provides an environment where all talents can be nurtured and celebrated. We are proud of our long history of success at securing Scholarship and Senior entry to the top Day and Boarding schools in the country.


Inspiring Futures

 
We are extremely proud of our ability to prepare your child for his or her next school.

We are committed to guiding and supporting each child to develop their independent and critical thinking skills, to nurture their curiosity and to have the confidence to be the very best version of themselves, eager to take the next steps.

Meet our Head

Having had my own children educated at Milbourne Lodge, I have a deep understanding of what makes this school so special:

It is our unique history and heritage and our strong sense of community. The depth and breadth of our unique curriculum, combined with the passion, creativity and dedication of my staff ensures that we fulfil each child's potential. We send boys and girls to a range of prestigious institutions but, most importantly, we create long and lasting memories of the joy of learning and build independence of thought and resilience of spirit, laying down strong foundations for their future.

Judy Waite, Head

Tatler Schools Guide 2025

We are delighted to have been named in the Tatler Schools Guide 'Top Prep and Public Schools in the UK'.

Independent Prep of the Year

We are delighted to have been shortlisted for Independent Prep School of the Year 2024.

This nomination is a testament to the passion and dedication of our exceptional team and the remarkable pupils we have the privilege to educate at Milbourne Lodge.

We are Milbourne Lodge

Our culture of integrity, mutual respect and compassion binds us together in a strong community, in which we take great pride. We have a rich history and heritage, and strong traditions, yet are innovative and forward-thinking in our approach to all aspects of education. We enjoy a reputation for excellence: academic, sporting, musical and creative.

Follow Milbourne Lodge on Social Media

It’s been a busy first half of the Autumn Term… 🍁🍂

We can’t wait to see what you all get up to next half term, but for now we wish you all a fantastic half term holiday! 

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Well done to all the pupils that took part in this afternoon’s @epsomcollegeuk Cross Country event! It was a fantastic afternoon of sport and all the Milbourne Lodge pupils demonstrated wonderful determination throughout. It was also delightful to see them support and encourage each other!

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We are really excited to announce that after a final count of all our online sponsorship, cash sponsorship and money raised through Milbourne Lodge merchandise purchases we raised an amazing £7312.56! 🌟🦏

We want to say a huge thank you to all of our @milbournelodgeschool community for their amazing support that has allowed us to raise such a fantastic amount for @savetherhinointernational, we are so proud of all those that took part in the event! 👏👏👏

A big thank you to @rhinoboychris for keeping us all going throughout the day and inspiring us all to keep on running! 

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#IndependentSchool #PrepSchool #SurreyPrepSchool #SurreyPrep #PrepSchoolSurrey #Claygate #Esher #Cobham #WaltonOnThames #Hersham #Oxshott #ThamesDitton #HinchleyWood #Surrey #Surreymums #SWLondonMums #Weybridge #Wimbledon #CoEdPrepSchoolSurrey #privateschool #education #learning #prepschoollife #independenteducation
Join us on Wednesday 6th November when we will be hosting our second Open Morning of the academic year. We are looking forward to welcoming prospective parents to our school, with opportunities to tour the school grounds with our senior pupils and meet our staff.

To book your place please click the link in our bio. 

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It does a good job of cherry-picking the best of the modern and the traditional.

 – Tatler

Enriching education in tranquil surroundings

The school is situated in a quiet leafy suburb in Esher, Surrey, and enjoys expansive grounds. Our carefully curated outdoor spaces, lush greenery and tranquil surroundings provide an ideal setting for fostering creativity. critical thinking and a love for learning.

Students are encouraged to engage with their surroundings, fostering a connection with nature that enhances their overall well-being.

Join us for a personal tour

We warmly welcome families during term time, offering tailored personal tours on a day that suits you.

Enjoy an informative meeting with Mrs Waite, who will chat to you about your child and what Milbourne can do for them, and answer any questions you may have, followed by a guided tour of the school.

Begin an unforgettable adventure.

Children who join Milbourne Lodge develop their confidence and gain a genuine love for learning, putting them on the path to success.

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4 - 5 yrs old

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5 - 7 yrs old

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7 - 9 yrs old

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9 - 11 yrs old

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11 - 13 yrs old

Milbourne Lodge School