ArtsEd Day School & Sixth Form
ArtsEd Day School & Sixth Form offers specialist performing arts education for students aged 4 to 18, with pathways in acting, dance, and musical theatre.
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Our take
Independent co-ed all-through school in Hounslow for ages 11–19, day or boarding. Selective entry.
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 11–19) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
About the head
“The Performing Arts Grade School”
Welcome to ArtsEd: where creativity ignites, talent flourishes, and futures take flight.
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cohort | — | 73 |
| Russell Group | — | 5 |
| US Ivy | 0 | 0 |
Recent coverage
In May 2024, ArtsEd Day School & Sixth Form received the highest accolade from the Independent Schools Inspectorate, which identified the standards achieved in performing arts as a significant strength of the school. In May 2025, Peter Middleton was appointed as the permanent Headteacher of the Day School and Sixth Form, after serving as Interim Headteacher since September 2023. In 2024, 46% of students achieved grades 9-7 at GCSE, and 27% achieved A*/A at A level, with 71% attaining A*-B grades. In 2025, 69% of students taking the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma achieved DDD*, equivalent to three A* at A level. In 2024, 80.6% of students achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSEs. (schoolsinfo.uk) In 2024, the school achieved an Attainment 8 score of 60.7, with 94.4% of students attaining 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4. (schoolsinfo.uk) In 2024, 30.6% of students entered the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), with an average EBacc point score of 5.03. (schoolsinfo.uk) In 2024, the school achieved an Attainment 8 score of 63, with 70% of students achieving grade 5 or above in English and maths GCSEs.
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 15 Jan 2026 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Excerpts
“The world of the performing arts comes with specific challenges, and ArtsEd uses its small scale to provide unusually close attention to students’ wellbeing.”
Pastoral care, inclusivity & disciplineThe world of the performing arts comes with specific challenges, and ArtsEd uses its small scale to provide unusually close attention to students’ wellbeing. Tutor groups meet at least three times a day, allowing pupils to talk though their concerns, Mobile phone policy A clear...
House system
Wellbeing
Small class sizes, expert tutors, specialist facilities and a wonderful ArtsEd welcome make for exceptional performing arts experiences at our Saturday School and on our holiday courses (5 - 17+ years)
Inspection
Isi — 19 Mar 2024
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2026-27
Where pupils go 2026 · 0 offers
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about ArtsEd Day School & Sixth Form, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is ArtsEd Day School & Sixth Form best for?+
Independent co-ed all-through school in Hounslow for ages 11–19, day or boarding. Selective entry.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
6 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at dssf_admissions@artsed.co.uk or phone on 020 8987 6600. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to ArtsEd Day School & Sixth Form — see the "Schools like ArtsEd Day School & Sixth Form" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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