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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.

 

Katherine Vintiner
Katherine Vintiner
Katherine Vintiner
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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
+44 (0)20 8943 0889
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Hampton Court House School

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