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, England established in 1870. In the early years of its history, it was described as "A Preparatory School for the Sons of Gentlemen” and as giving “carefully graduated preparation for Public Schools and Royal Navy, either on the classical or on the modern side”.

Site development

As part of the 150th anniversary of the school in 2020, construction started on new developments for the school, including a new block of eight classrooms, a double level performance hall and dining room, new music and ICT facilities, a library hub and an all-weather sports pitch. The £7 million project will have multiple eco-friendly features including solar panels, low-energy underfloor heating and a green roof. 10% more green space is expected to be gained.

Notable alumni

* David Balcombe, English cricketer * Ben Barnes, actor * Nigel Burgess, businessman and single-handed yachtsman *

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(after whom the Cowdrey Building is named) * Kenneth Mason, Himalayan explorer and first statutory

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* John Rae, former

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(after whom the Rae Building is named) *

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, a painter, an etcher and a designer (after whom the Sutherland Building is named)

References

External links

* Sutton, London Private schools in the London Borough of Sutton Private boys' schools in London Preparatory schools in London Educational institutions established in 1870 1870 establishments in England {{London-school-stub