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Year: 13

7-13 YEARS

Broomwood Prep – Boys

I hope you will come to see the magical alchemy of our school: we deliver academic excellence alongside myriad sporting, music, drama, and creative opportunities. More often than not, visitors remark on the vibrancy and fun that permeates the place. We are proud of our outstanding academic results but more importantly, we want our boys to have a happy childhood – and that is what we deliver, in spades.

We combine the very best of modern education within a traditional setting and moral framework to educate ‘the whole person’. Broomwood Boys learn at their own pace in the classroom but collaborate with Broomwood Girls for extension and social activities. We have joint house competitions, academic workshops and come together for residential trips and mixed sporting events. Our boys leave us as young men with good values and respect for others. They are self-confident, independent thinkers and team players – essential skills which will stand them in good stead for life at senior school and in the workplace.

Most boys leave us at 13 although some leave (and join) at 11 too. Our results are some of the best in London. Last year, our pupils were awarded 22 scholarships at leading public schools – both day and boarding. We work with parents to ensure that children go to the schools that are right for them.

With 250 boys and no plans to get any bigger we are small enough for everyone to know each other well and large enough to field teams which hold their own against much bigger schools.  Sport is a large part of life at Broomwood, and we are lucky to overlook the green expanse of Wandsworth Common.  School days are long, but rewarding and your son will come home to relax after completing everything (including his homework) at school.

We have dedicated, specialist staff and exemplary pastoral care. If this is something you think might be right for your child, please do come and visit us. Most children join us automatically from Broomwood Pre-Prep, but we do offer places at 7+ and 11+.  Our admissions team are experts in helping you consider all the options and would be delighted to talk to you. We do have some occasional places and look sympathetically at applicants for other Year groups, although this depends on numbers.

I look forward to meeting you all,

About
Broomwood Prep – Boys

Broomwood Prep – Boys is a single-sex prep school for children aged 7 to 13, which collaborates closely with the girls from Broomwood. We are a day school in the heart of London. Our motto: BeYourBEST, exemplifies our desire to give boys the confidence to know that by trying to do their best, they reap the rewards of personal satisfaction and achievement. During his time at Broomwood, every boy should be able to find something he can shine at and thus know the pleasure in achievement – be it in the classroom, on the sports pitch, or in music and drama.

 

So, while we’re rightly proud of our boys’ outstanding successes in senior school assessments, scholarship applications and other examinations, we’re just as proud of their achievements on the sports fields and in the music, art and drama that are embedded into our curriculum. Perhaps more than this, we measure our success, as a school, by the character and manners of our boys. We pride ourselves on being a friendly school that places importance on the traditional values that boys carry with them for life.  Things like kindness, compassion, teamwork and consideration for others – the basics of good manners.

 

Independent Schools Inspectorate 2022: Excellent in all areas
Independent School of the Year Awards 2024 (Shortlisted)
Private School Awards 2024 (Winner – Most Inclusive School, London)
Muddy Stilettos Awards 2024 (Highly Commended – Passionate About Sport)
Education Choices Awards 2024 (Finalist – Equality, Diversity, Inclusion)

A single-sex preparatory school for boys aged 7 - 13 delivering co-educational learning beyond the classroom with Broomwood Girls.
7 - 13
Ages
7 - 13
Broomwood Prep - Boys
Northcote Lodge, 26 Bolingbroke Grove, SW11 6EL

Broomwood Prep – Boys

Northcote Lodge, 26 Bolingbroke Grove, SW11 6EL

2-13 YEARS

Eaton House Schools

Throughout my career, I have been wholly committed to ensuring that children get the very best educational experiences possible. I want them to love coming to school and to love learning. It is the most enormous privilege to be able make a positive impact on them as they lay foundations, develop values and form meaningful friendships that will set them up for the next stage in their lives. That drive, to give children at Eaton House Schools the most wonderful prep school years, will guide and motivate my decisions.Reflecting on my career and philosophy, I am always looking for ways in which children can glimpse what the wider world can offer them. It is so important that the children hear from people who have ‘made a difference’ so that the early seeds of ‘I can make a difference’ begin to take root. I have enjoyed forming excellent, positive relationships with neighbouring primary schools whether by inviting the children to some events, allowing them to use facilities for their sports days or for older pupils to spend time with the children, reading, doing sports or helping with maths, as part of their leadership programme.

In my previous role as Head of Newton Prep, I hosted, in liaison with a local state primary school Head, a conference: ‘Empowering Women in Educational Leadership.’ Women from both sectors joined us to explore the theme of leadership. Nicky Morgan, then Secretary State for Education attended, as did Dame Doreen Lawrence and Shami Chakrabarti. Another example of meaningful collaboration with the state sector was when the Dalai Lama and Bishop Rowan Williams came to Newton Prep as part of the ‘Inspiring Dialogue’ conference. Children from a range of schools came to share what they believed they wanted their world to look like.

 

I am ambitious for the children at Eaton House Schools. I want them to ‘think big’ and take away some fantastic experiences from their prep school days. I strongly support the performing arts and what this can bring into children’s lives. I believe we need to be proud of the breadth and depth of the experiences our children can enjoy at school.

 

Outside school, I have recently been appointed a Governor at Brighton College. The theatre, reading and music give me great pleasure and I recently embarked on learning to play the piano – a joyful experience and an excellent reminder of what it feels like to be a ‘learner’.

About
Eaton House Schools

Eaton House Schools share a common promise – the promise of an outstanding education for your child based on a 125 year heritage of academic excellence and founded on a caring culture of wellbeing that allows children to blossom both academically and emotionally on a non-selective entry at 4+.

 

Pupils in both Belgravia and Clapham receive a range of scholarships and attend many prestigious schools, including Westminster, St Paul’s School, Dulwich College, James Allen’s Girls’ School (JAGS), Charterhouse, Winchester, Wycombe Abbey and Eton.

 

We have an unashamedly aspirational culture –whether in academics, music, sport, drama or any other endeavour – where there is a place for every single child to shine. All Eaton House Schools’ children are immersed in a rich world of creativity, extra-curricular clubs, trips and value-added extras that are designed to support their learning and to help them to achieve their full potential.

Our Headteachers
Eaton House Schools is a group of academic independent schools based in Belgravia and Clapham.
2 - 13
Ages
2 - 11
Eaton House Belgravia
3-5 Eaton Gate, London, SW1W 9BA
2 - 13
Eaton House The Manor
58 Clapham Common North Side, London, SW4 9RU
2 - 18 YEARS

Hampton Court House School

As Principal of Hampton Court House, I am unashamedly and unapologetically idealistic about the power of education to transform young people, and I believe HCH is the perfect environment for this to happen. Set within the tranquillity of Bushy Park, on the border of Southwest London and Surrey, Hampton Court House is an independent co-educational day school for ages 2 – 18 and a place that invites curiosity, honours individuality and cultivates the academic, creative, and personal growth of every student.

We believe in purposeful informality – a culture founded on respect, freedom, and ambition. From our youngest learners in the Little Courtiers Nursery to our Sixth Form students preparing for life beyond school, we encourage every child to discover who they are, to ask bold questions, and to make meaningful connections with the world around them.

Walking through our gates, you will sense the energy of a school where students are known personally, respected for who they are, and supported to reach their full potential. Our teachers are scholars and mentors in equal measure — subject experts who inspire through both knowledge and kindness, cultivating a love of learning that extends far beyond the classroom. At Hampton Court House, children are empowered, enabled and treasured.

Our passion for learning and innovation has been recognised through a number of prestigious national awards and accreditations. A Finalist in London Independent School of the Year, after being shortlisted twice, winner of Talk Education’s Support for Life Beyond School award and Education Choices ‘ Developing Student Voice’ award. These awards celebrate the breadth and depth of what makes Hampton Court House special.

Alongside these accolades, our students continue to achieve impressive and competitive examination results, reflecting both their academic ambition and the individual support they receive throughout their HCH journey. Our Sixth Form students go on to a diverse range of exciting destinations, including leading universities in the UK and internationally, as well as pursuing pathways into medicine, the arts, business and other fields. Our approach enables students to leave HCH with not only strong academic foundations, but also the confidence and independence to make their own way in the world.

We are also proud to hold been Harmony Project accreditation, and to be the first independent school In the UK to achieve this distinction, for our ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility. Together, these achievements reflect a community united by creativity, purpose, and care — where education inspires curiosity, cultivates resilience, and nurtures the whole person.

Our curriculum is rich in possibility: embracing languages (including our bilingual French programme), liberal arts, sciences, sport, and the performing arts. Pastoral care is the golden thread that runs through everything we do. Emotional wellbeing, self-awareness, and kindness are valued as deeply as intellectual rigour, ensuring that every child feels seen, supported, and encouraged to flourish.

Whether you are joining us in the Early Years, at Sixth Form, or anywhere in between, you will find a community where learning is an adventure and belonging is real. I warmly invite you to visit us — to walk our grounds, meet our students and teachers, and experience the warmth and spirit that make Hampton Court House such a remarkable place to learn and grow.

 

About
Hampton Court House School

As an all-through school for ages 2–18, Hampton Court House offers children the opportunity to grow within a community where they are truly known as individuals. Families can enjoy a seamless educational journey without the pressure of 11+ or 13+ entrance exams, while new students are warmly welcomed at a range of entry points throughout the school. Whether joining in the Early Years, Prep, Senior School or Sixth Form, thoughtful transitions, close communication with families and strong pastoral support help every child quickly feel known, confident and part of the community.

 

At the heart of HCH is a distinctive culture of purposeful informality. Small classes, no uniforms and first-name terms with teachers create exceptional relationships built on trust and mutual respect. Students are encouraged to be themselves, ask questions, think independently and take intellectual risks. Academic ambition is matched by individual attention and a deep commitment to wellbeing and personal growth, resulting in outstanding academic outcomes while developing the confidence, curiosity and self-belief to flourish.

 

The setting is equally distinctive. Housed in a beautiful Grade II listed building beside Bushy Park and Hampton Court Palace, HCH provides an inspirational environment where learning extends well beyond the classroom. Academic ambition is shaped by creativity, culture and experience through immersive trips and experiences, Forest School, environmental learning, modern languages and a strong creative arts programme encompassing music, drama and visual arts.

 

Sport is similarly broad, with opportunities enhanced through specialist partnerships including St Mary’s University, Xcel Leisure Centre and Molesey Boat Club, giving students access to expertise and facilities beyond the school campus.

 

Student voice is embedded throughout school life, encouraging young people to contribute, lead and develop a genuine sense of belonging. This same philosophy extends into HCH’s award-winning Preparing for Life Sixth Form programme, where academic study is combined with physical health, mental wellbeing, leadership, cultural literacy and community engagement.

 

Together, individual attention, academic ambition, exceptional relationships, an inspirational setting and an education rich in creativity and experience prepare HCH students not simply for their next academic step, but with the confidence, character and independence to thrive beyond school.

Hampton Court is a co-educational all-through school.
2 - 18
Ages
2-18
Hampton Court House School
Hampton Court Road, East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9BS

Hampton Court House School

Hampton Court Road, East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9BS

13-18 YEARS

Hampstead Fine Arts College

– A letter from the Principal

“I am delighted to introduce you to Hampstead Fine Arts College, founded in 1978 for the study of the Arts and Humanities. Our aim has always been to instil a love of learning in students of all ages and to help students achieve entry into outstanding higher education establishments.

Our ethos is rooted in the belief that, with the right encouragement, students flourish both academically and creatively. All subjects are taught with expertise and enthusiasm by tutors who have a genuine love of their subject…”

Students are fortunate to be taught by many who, as well as being highly experienced educators, are often distinguished musicians, artists, filmmakers, writers and actors. The informal nature of relationships between staff and students strengthens high expectations and encourages a rigorous approach to work.

The college is a unique bridge between school and university, a place that encourages self-discipline and self-motivation. On leaving, our students graduate to top universities and leading Art, Design, Music and Performing Arts Colleges in the United Kingdom, Europe, and the United States.”

About
Hampstead Fine Arts College

The school is located in a charming part of Belsize Park, with the main site situated in a secluded courtyard, originally a Victorian dairy, away from the bustle of the street.

 

The spirit of creativity and close, personal teaching remain hallmarks of the school’s atmosphere. Teaching staff are committed to helping students identify their own unique way of contributing something special to the wider world. Most students join the college because they are seeking a school that will allow them freedom of expression and remove some of the restrictions of traditional independent alternatives. Students wear no uniform, and are taught primarily in round-table formats, reminiscent of university seminars rather than traditional classrooms. Despite this, there are high expectations for behaviour and performance. The Good Schools Guide quotes a parent who summarises it well, “What we like about the college… is the industrious informality. They take the job seriously, but don’t wear it too formally.”

 

Virtually all students leaving the senior school go on to higher education at a range of universities and Art, Music, and Drama schools. Typical destinations include the University of Oxford, King’s College London, Central St. Martin’s, and Edinburgh, to name a few.

Fine Arts College recently opened its second campus, Parkhill.
13-19
Ages
13-19
Parkhill Campus
2 Parkhill Road, London, NW3 2YN
13-19
Centre Studios
41 - 43 England's Lane, London, NW3 4YD

Hampstead Fine Arts College

2 Parkhill Road, London NW3 2YN, UK

Hampstead Fine Arts College

41-43 England's Lane, London NW3 4YD, UK

A haven of culture, creativity and kindness amidst the tumult of north London selective schools.

The Good Schools Guide
3-16 YEARS

Knightsbridge School

I am both proud and excited to introduce you to Knightsbridge School (KS) a co-ed independent day school, for ages 3 -16 years. I founded “KS” in 2006, to ensure that children and families from many exciting backgrounds were able to enjoy the early adventure that is all-round education, both in and out of school. We have nurtured this ideology in our diverse curriculum as well as the schools enriching provision of over 70 extracurricular clubs termly.

I created the KS Code to ensure that there is an ecosystem of happiness, creativity and synergy between the children, parent body and KS staff, all working toward developing a child’s individuality into success together. The code promotes a world view of treating others as you’d like to be treated, being creative every day, recycling, striving for a healthy body and mind and to appreciate how lucky we are. Abiding by this code enables our students to understand who they are and what is required of them as lifelong learners.

In 2016 we had our 3rd ISI inspection, receiving excellence across the board. In the summer of 2018, we joined Dukes Education, a partnership that has opened the door to our senior extension.

Knightsbridge School is a community that not only provides exceptional academic expertise but also oozes energy and enthusiasm with children that genuinely love learning, in and out of school. The best way to understand us is to come visit and see it for yourself. I hope to welcome you soon!

About
Knightsbridge School

Parents walking through the blue doors of Knightsbridge School are warmly welcomed into a friendly school, where there is a palpable buzz. Children chat happily with one another and their teachers as they move between lessons, matches or clubs, or head off for a delicious lunch in the dining room. Exceptional pastoral care ensures that our children feel loved, and well-supported by consistent messages based around the ‘KS Code’ – both at school and at home.

 

The school focuses on six main aims:

  • Atmosphere
  • Attitude
  • Autonomy
  • Achievement
  • All-Rounder
  • …and Action.

 

Teamwork is strongly promoted to help individuals achieve these ‘A’s’, and the results are outstanding – pupils excel at all levels and each year are accepted into leading senior schools in London and elsewhere.

Community links

We share strong community links across London, supporting the Royal Hospital Chelsea pensioners, Place2Be, UK’s leading children’s mental health charity, and the Knightsbridge School Education Foundation.

Building relationships is at the heart of Knightsbridge School
Building relationships is at the heart of Knightsbridge School
Holiday activities
Knightsbridge School is a co-educational day school.
3 - 16
Ages
3-16
KNIGHTSBRIDGE SCHOOL
67 Pont Street, London, SW1X 0BD

Knightsbridge School

67 Pont Street, London SW1X 0BD, UK

‘Teachers have high expectations and excellent subject knowledge. They use varied methods… to teach at a pace that encourages full participation in lessons.’

ISI Inspection Report 2016
Early years

Knightsbridge School's Nursery

In the nursery, led by the wonderful Gillian Conlan, Knightsbridge School’s youngest children are introduced to a stimulating school life where enjoyment is the main ingredient in a programme that teaches through play.

11-18 YEARS

Rochester Independent College

– A letter from the Principal

“Rochester Independent College was founded in 1984 as a specialist Maths and Sciences focused sixth form. The development I’ve seen since joining the team in 1997 has been, like the education so many of our former students remember, colourful and vibrant. There’s now an equal emphasis in the curriculum on the Arts. Our first Year 7 students joined in 2007.

Rochester is a place for individuals, a real alternative to traditional schools…”

There’s no uniform and everybody is on first name terms. Although atmospherically relaxed, there’s an emphasis on rigorous study and academic achievement without unnecessary pressure. This successfully distinctive environment is a natural stepping-stone between school and university.

The college occupies a one-of-a-kind urban campus. Listed buildings are linked by award-winning wildlife gardens, creating a special sense of place in which to live, study and work.

Rochester joined Dukes in 2016 and it’s a fit that works. Dukes respects our existing culture, invests in facilities and staffing, and promotes the college and its ethos enthusiastically. As we grow, we’re maintaining together a focus on what makes Rochester special: an informal and creative environment, a firm belief that with hard work everyone is capable of exam success, and a focus on the individual needs of every student who comes to us.”

About
Rochester Independent College

Rochester Independent College focuses on the highest levels of academic achievement while retaining a creative buzz.

 

Rochester’s Mathematics, Science, English Literature, and Film Studies teaching have all won awards from The Good Schools Guide in recent years who also say: “It would be hard to find better provision for an artist.”

 

Located in Kent, the school occupies a historically distinctive site. Listed Georgian buildings are linked by award-winning wildlife gardens, creating a unique sense of place in which to live, work, and study. The campus is as unique as the school itself, with an underground theatre space, an outdoor classroom shaped like an igloo, and steel sculptural musical gates that form a landmark piece of public art. All boarding is on-site, in single rooms, some with ensuite facilities.

Rochester Independent College welcomes day students from the age of 11 and boarders from 15.
11-18
Ages
11-18
ROCHESTER INDEPENDENT COLLEGE
254 St Margaret's Banks, Rochester, Kent ME1 1HY

Rochester Independent College

Rochester ME1 1HY, UK

Students’ personal development is excellent. Students’ attitudes to their work and learning are exemplary. The college provides excellent support and guidance, which enhances students’ personal development. It is highly successful in its aim to develop self-knowledge and self-esteem.

ISI Inspection Report 2018