Browse West London schools by age

 Avenue House is a private preparatory school for pupils in years 1-6, with small class sizes, combining high quality teaching with traditional values of courtesy and respect.

The school describe their approach to teaching as “hand-in-hand”, with a belief that pastoral care underpins everything. This is implemented through regular contact with the pastoral team in 1:1 meetings, circle time, PSHEE, Mindfulness and Pupil Voice. The core ethos of Avenue House is that when children feel secure and nurtured, academic success will follow.

 AZBUKA is a nursery and primary school for pupils aged 2-10 years old, in addition to this they also offer Saturday school for children aged 5-16 to continue their study.. AZBUKA is an international school and an important cultural and education project in London.

Our teachers, students and their families come from different backgrounds where a wide range of languages are spoken and cultures present.

They believe in the enrichment value of linguistic and cultural diversity, benefits of bilingual education for children and an educational space where children and adults are learning, achieving, cooperating, living, working and thriving together.

 Bassett House is a small, co-educational prep school for children aged 3-11. The school embraces a range of teaching methods in their ‘Bassett baccalaureate’ to support every child to thrive, maintaining a flexible approach, while achieving exceptional standards across the school. They describe themselves as: “small enough to be bespoke, yet big enough to thrive.” Pupils go on to top London schools, including City of London School for Girls, St Paul's School, Emanuel, St James and Latymer. 

 Bute House is an all-girls preparatory school for girls aged 4-11. Their motto is “Every girl runs her own best race”, encapsulating their non-competitive ethos and dedication to treating every girl as an individual and meeting her needs to support her journey. Further to this, the non-competitive ethos means they never put pupils into any situation where they feel compared or in competition with one another, this minimises social and academic pressure, and allows girls to focus on their own journey, happiness and success. 

 Chepstow House is a co-educational prep school for children aged 2-11. Chepstow House School is part of Inspired Education, one of the world’s largest education groups with over 100 private schools across 6 continents. The pillars of Inspired Education are: academic excellence, sports, performing and creative arts, encouraging a varied and balanced approach to learning beyond academic results. Chepstow also describe their approach as ‘sustainable schooling’, developing the skills and knowledge to find innovative and practical solutions to problems so children can continue to be life-long learners.  

 Clifton Lodge is a small, co-educational prep school for pupils aged 3-11. They are a family-oriented school, aiming to be friendly and nurturing, promoting wellbeing and a character education alongside excellent academic achievement. Clifton Lodge has a Christian ethos and warmly welcome families from a rich diversity of cultures, languages and beliefs. They focus not only on academic talent, but nurture and support each child to build a growth mindset and the confidence and skills to achieve in whatever they desire. A focus on excellent 11+ preparation enables pupils to attain places at some of the most selective senior schools, including St James’ Schools, St Paul’s, City of London and Westminster. 

 Durston House is a co-educational school for pupils aged 3-13, describing themselves as: “A vibrant, stimulating, energetic and forward-looking school.” The school is proud of its diversity, with 32 different languages spoken by the school community, it is a community where mutual respect and understanding, fairness and opportunities for all, matters. Class sizes are small, with an average class size of 15, allowing for close attention and teacher-student relationships  

 For over 25 years, Fulham School's mission has been to secure outstanding outcomes by delivering an exemplary education through innovative, personalised learning strategies. Nurturing the abilities of every child remains at the heart of their ethos. Fulham school aims to develop pupils who can: “Creatively and resiliently solve problems, Work independently, collaboratively and lead others, Show respect and compassion as global citizens” With the following guiding principles: “Embracing innovation and enquiry, Universal wellbeing, Global responsibility and Positive engagement.” 

 Heathfield House School is an independent co-educational primary school for pupils aged 4-11 years old. The school aims to provide a stimulating, well-balanced and varied education, helping each child to develop their potential. The school is family run and classes have a maximum size of twenty pupils, so children receive individual attention and support, whilst having enough peers to develop key social skills and form a range of friendships. A non-selective school at entry, pupils at Heathfield House achieve highly and go on to top schools. 

 Kensington Wade is a bilingual English-Chinese nursery and prep school for children aged 3-11. At Kensington Wade half of the day is spent learning in a Chinese environment and the remainder in English. Pupils come from a wide range of backgrounds, many of the families at Kensington Wade do not speak Chinese at home but share an understanding of the benefits of bilingualism and Chinese culture. Another big focus at Kensington Wade is the development of bi-cultural understanding amongst our pupils, enabling them to have a global and multicultural perspective. The school also follows many principles of traditional English prep schools, preparing pupils for 11+ exams and supporting them to succeed academically beyond  the prep school.

 La Petite Ecole Francaise is a bilingual nursery and primary school for children aged between 2 years 9 months - 11 years old. The school is accredited in both French and English, and provides the foundation necessary for pupils to go on to either French or English speaking schools. The class sizes are small and a family environment allows individualised attention, and relationships, as well as plenty of opportunities to develop their skills in both French and English. The school community is diverse, with families from across the world, who speak a range of languages at home. The school follows the french weekly timetable, with half-days on Wednesdays.  

 Notting Hill Preparatory school is a co-educational prep school for children aged 4-13. The school believes that children thrive when they feel safe and happy, and they strive to create this environment across the school. In 2021, they achieved accreditation as an Advanced Thinking School by the Cognitive Education Development Unit of the University of Exeter, a Thinking School is “one in which teachers and pupils have a deep understanding of how to learn and think effectively”, demonstrating their commitment to employing a range of techniques and approaches to support their pupils to learn successfully. 

 Orchard House School is a co-educational prep school in Chiswick. They believe in tailor-made teaching to open young minds to endless possibilities, encouraging pupils to think creatively and form their own ideas. A child-centred approach means that they embrace a range of methods and approaches to support every child to thrive, including Montessori (for younger children), kinaesthetic, oral, tactile, and visual. Part of the Dukes family of schools, they have access to a group of leading schools, sharing resources, information and opportunities.  

 Pembridge Hall is an all-girls prep school. They believe that self-esteem, resilience and happiness are key to every child’s success, and the school aims to develop confident individuals who have a love of learning and a thirst for knowledge. This is evident in the girls’ success outside of the academic curriculum, and girls also excel in sport and the arts. Leavers go on to top schools including Godolphin and Latymer, Wycombe Abbey and St Paul’s Girls’ School. 

 Ravenscourt Park Preparatory School is a lively, co-educational and non-selective independent school for children from 4 -11 years old. A holistic approach to education means that they place great importance upon the intellectual, physical, social and spiritual development of each child, supporting them to flourish academically and emotionally. Pupils at Ravenscourt Park Preparatory School are offered entry automatically to Gardener Schools Group senior schools, Kew House School and Maida Vale School at 11+.

 St James is a co-educational independent Nursery and Preparatory School for pupils aged 2-11 in West Kensington.Like other St James Schools, they follow an ethos of meditation or times of quiet throughout the day, all pupils study philosophy and the school is vegetarian. As part of the St James family of schools, pupils benefit from a worldwide network of knowledge and experiences, and many children continue through St James schools from nursery to senior.  

 The Stewart Bilingual School is a family-owned nursery and primary school with a dual French and English curriculum, they welcome pupils aged 2-11 of any nationality, those who are already speaking French/English, or who wish to acquire a second language. The aim of the school is to give pupils a truly bilingual education with the foundation necessary to go on to top schools in either system, be it a UK school, French lycee or international school. 

 Bales College is a co-educational senior school and sixth form for pupils aged 11-18. Main entry points are years 7, 10 and 12, however, students may be accepted into any year group where spaces are available. The school’s core values are respect, humour, energy and perseverance, which they feel contribute to the comfortable family atmosphere at the school . The school describes themselves as: “A caring and motivating environment which will encourage your child to achieve their best.”

 Ealing Independent College is a co-educational independent fifth and sixth form college for students aged 13-19. They prepare students to go on to UK and international opportunities, be it higher education or work. Their expert teaching, supportive individual help and guidance helps pupils through the 30 GCSE and A level programmes offered, including helping students retake exams. Ealing independent College has a proven track record of securing excellent examination results that open doors to top universities, enabling students to achieve their true potential, with an average of 45% of pupils securing a place at a Russell Group university each year

 Academically selective independent day school for girls aged 11-18; girls sit the London 11+ Consortium entrance exam. Students pursue a wide range of extra-curricular activities, and the pastoral care programme encourages self-belief and resilience. Both the A Level and IB pathways are offered in the Sixth Form with an emphasis on choice and leadership opportunities, and students go on to study a wide-range of university courses in the UK and overseas. It is a caring and inclusive community with a means-tested bursary programme that provides fee assistance for talented girls who otherwise wouldn’t be able to come to the school.

 Situated on the banks of the River Thames, it is one of the country’s leading co-educational, independent day schools. An academically selective school, it offers a continuity of outstanding learning and pastoral support for 1,400 children from 7-18 years old. The long-running bursary scheme ensures a first class education to academically able students from all walks of life. The world-class facilities enable this dynamic community of talented young people to combine the highest academic achievement with excellence in the performing arts and sport. Latymer values and respects diversity; it is modern and forward-thinking; it promotes a global outlook and prepares pupils to live lives of consequence as mindful citizens of the world.

 Lloyd Williamson Schools, including a nursery, prep and senior school,  have built an excellent reputation for strong academic standards and personalised, holistic learning, with small classes to a maximum of seventeen. The schools have extended opening hours, competitive, realistic fees and all-year-round provision, including Holiday Clubs. They say: “We celebrate childhood and nurture each child to be the best they can be in a challenging and inspiring environment that ignites a passion for life and learning - we are not a one size fits all school!” 

 NHEHS is an all-girls senior school and part of the GDST. Head Matthew Shoults says: “Our educational culture means that girls do not have to choose between academic ambition and a supportive community. Everyone who visits NHEHS remarks on our unique atmosphere, where girls support, celebrate and encourage each other.” Pupils at NHEHS consistently achieve top exam results at both GCSE and A Level, and go on to top universities. The school also pride themselves on their innovative bursary scheme, working to make their excellent education more accessible. 

 St Augustine’s Priory is a top performing Catholic, girls’ school with provision from Nursery to Sixth form. Founded in 1634, St Augustine’s Priory maintains their Catholic ethos, but actively welcome girls of all faiths. They hope that students leave with values which make them effective in their personal and professional lives. As well as academic success, they aim to instill self-confidence, collaborative skills, emotional intelligence and self- awareness. The school is located on 13 acres, including bespoke outdoor classrooms, a farm and outdoor theatre stage, encouraging pupils to develop a love for the outdoors and learn to cherish nature. 

 St Benedict’s is a co-educational catholic school for pupils aged 3-18.They aim to provide a well-rounded, seamless education, supporting all children to develop their full potential by treating them as individuals and catering for their particular needs at every stage. St Benedict’s students achieve excellent academic results, as well as there being emphasis placed on personal development through their co-curricular programme, with pupils competing at country and national level in sport, as well as taking part in music and drama, including a strong choral tradition.  

 St James Senior Girls’ School is an all-girls’ day school for pupils aged 11-18. Like other St James Schools, they follow an ethos of meditation or times of quiet throughout the day, all pupils study philosophy and the school is vegetarian. Further to this, the school offers a ‘discovery curriculum’, including arts, humanities, languages and science, underpinned by a sense of enquiry and love of learning, aiming to nurture the whole child through a holistic approach.  

 St Paul's Girls' School is an all-girls’ day school for pupils aged 11-18. They describe their offering as “a classical yet forward-thinking education”. Their founding ethos of providing young women with the skills necessary to take their place with pride in a modernising and fast-moving world remains at the core of their work. SPGS encourages their pupils to develop a joy of learning beyond exam success through individual research, discussion and debate. “All students are encouraged to dig deeper, to explore ideas and to develop their own particular interests.”