Business Details
Welcome to Marden Lodge Primary School
Marden Lodge Primary School & Nursery is an inclusive educational institution dedicated to providing high-quality education for children aged 2 to 11 years. Our experienced staff work closely with parents and the local community to create a nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy, and motivated to learn. We prioritise both academic achievement and social development, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for their future educational journeys. Our curriculum is designed to be engaging and stimulating, fostering a lifelong love of learning through play-based activities and structured lessons. With strong leadership and a commitment to safeguarding, we maintain rigorous standards while adapting to the evolving needs of our students.Our school values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and active citizenship are embedded in everything we do. We actively involve families in their children's education and offer flexible nursery sessions to accommodate working parents. Regular communication and transparent policies ensure parents are fully informed about their child's progress. As part of GLF Schools, we benefit from a network of expertise while maintaining our unique identity within the Caterham community. Our facilities and teaching methods combine tradition with innovation to create an optimal learning environment for every child.
Services
Nursery Education
Primary Education
After School Club
Breakfast Club
Special Educational Needs Support
Parent Workshops
Curriculum Enrichment
Online Learning Platform
Attendance Support
Family Engagement
Highlights and features
- We offer 15 and 30-hour nursery sessions with flexible funding options
- Our staff provide individualised care through dedicated Key Person relationships
- We maintain strong Ofsted-rated standards across all educational provision
- Our curriculum includes cultural enrichment and engineering-focused learning projects
- We operate an open-door policy for parental engagement and communication
What people say
Nurturing staff
Excellent communication
Safe environment
Engaging curriculum
Strong community links
Services
Nursery Education
Our nursery provides play-based learning for children aged 2-4 years. We focus on developing social skills, independence, and foundational knowledge through structured activities and free play. Our qualified staff create individualised learning plans while maintaining a safe, stimulating environment. Parents receive regular updates through our online observation system.
Primary Education
We deliver the National Curriculum to children aged 4-11 through engaging, cross-curricular projects. Our teaching combines traditional methods with innovative approaches to develop literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills. Specialist subject leaders ensure high standards across all disciplines including STEM and creative arts.
After School Club
Our Puffins After School Club operates daily until 17:00, offering supervised activities and homework support. The club provides a safe environment for children to socialise and participate in themed learning experiences while accommodating working parents' schedules.
Special Educational Needs Support
Our dedicated SENCO provides tailored support for children with additional needs. We work closely with parents and external specialists to create individual education plans that ensure full curriculum access and personal development opportunities for all pupils.
Parent Engagement
We offer home visits before nursery start dates and maintain an open-door policy for parental consultations. Our family support worker provides guidance on educational matters and connects families with community resources to enhance children's learning experiences.
People
Mrs Sarah Rumbol
Headteacher
Mrs Rumbol leads Marden Lodge with over 15 years' experience in primary education. She champions inclusive learning environments and has implemented innovative curriculum approaches that improved school performance. Her leadership focuses on staff development and community engagement.
Questions
What age range does Marden Lodge accept?
We accept children from age 2 in our nursery through to Year 6 (11 years old).
How do I apply for a school place?
Apply through Surrey County Council admissions system for Reception places, with applications opening in November each year.
What nursery funding options are available?
We offer 15 and 30-hour funded sessions for eligible families, with additional top-up hours available.
How does the school support special educational needs?
Our SENCO provides tailored support plans and works with external specialists to meet individual requirements.
What curriculum approaches do you use?
We combine play-based learning in early years with project-based cross-curricular teaching in primary phases.
How can parents get involved?
We encourage parental participation through our open-door policy, home visits, and regular family engagement events.
