Data profile
Independent co-ed all-through school in Harrow for ages 2–18. Selective entry.
Where leavers go after sixth form.
Class of 2024
A level A*–A and GCSE 9–7, recalibrated for 2026.
Recalibrated
| Entry | Year | Places | Assessment | Day fee (max) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11+ | Year 7 | — | School's own exam · Group assessment · Interview · Reference / report | £30.2k |
| 13+ | Year 9 | — | School's own exam · Group assessment · Interview · Reference / report | £30.2k |
| 16+ | Lower Sixth | — | Interview | £30.2k |
| 3+ | Nursery | — | Observation | £30.2k |
| 4+ | Reception | — | Interview · Observation | £30.2k |
| 7+ | Year 3 | — | School's own exam · Interview | £30.2k |
Our composite score, broken down by pillar.
Index score
71
/ 100
National rank #130
ISI
Standards met
Inspected 2024-01-30
Governors oversee effective leadership of the school. Suitable policies and procedures are in place to actively promote the wellbeing of pupils. The governing body ensures that these policies are reviewed, and are implemented effectively.
Read full ISI report →Head Mrs Rose Hardy Since September 2023, Rose Hardy, previously headmistress at Haberdashers’ Girls’ School in Elstree and before that, head of St Margaret’s School in Bushey for five years. She was the first female head of the co-ed sixth form at St Albans School
John Lyon School - established in 1876 to ‘educate local boys’ – became co-ed from 2021. lt forms part (along with Harrow School) of the John Lyon’s Foundation, and sits a street away from Churchill’s alma mater in leafy Harrow on the Hill. The two
In 2025, 62 per cent 9-7 at GCSE; 43 per cent A\*/A at A level. A levels or equivalent - Average points score (2025) ### Teaching & learning More rounded and less single-mindedly academic than some of its competitors, with a broader range of ability. Inspiring and personalised learning are further draws for parents. ‘They have this ability to bring out the best in every child – they Qualifications taken in 2024 A level EPQ GCSE
Schools families applying here also consider.
Ibstock Place School matches The John Lyon School in being co-ed day with selective entry, similar fees (£32.0k vs £28.2k), and overlapping entry phases (4–18 vs 7+ to 16+), located within a reasonable 14km commute.
Emanuel School is a co-ed day school with selective entry, similar fees (£31.4k vs £28.2k), and strong Oxbridge destinations (4.2%), located 17km away, making it a plausible peer.
Alleyn's School shares co-ed day status, selective entry, overlapping entry phases (4–18 vs 7+ to 16+), and strong academic outcomes (80.3% A*-A, 6.6% Oxbridge), with a 22km commute.
Colfe's School is co-ed day with selective entry and a Christian ethos, similar fees (£27.2k vs £28.2k), and strong academic results (79% A*-A, 3.1% Oxbridge), located 29km away.
Hampton Court House School is co-ed day with selective entry, similar fees (£30.9k vs £28.2k), and overlapping entry phases (2–18 vs 7+ to 16+), located 18km away.
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Open days, bursaries and how to apply: The John Lyon School profile →