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Babington House School
Babington House is a co-educational, independent day school from Nursery to Year 11.
Day fees
£20,370 – £26,115
Entry
School Exam + InterviewSelective
Next deadline
Fri 6 Nov 202611+ registration closes
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Mr D Laird
Headteacher
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
466
233 girls, 255 boys
Location
Chislehurst, Bromley
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
2 to 16
Religious ethos
Christian
Founded
1887
Entry points
3+, 4+, 5+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 12+, 13+, 14+, 16+
Average class
20 pupils
Bursaries
Available
Scholarships
All-rounder, Art, Academic +3
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A-level A*–A
66%
2025
GCSE 9–7
54%
2025
Overview
About Babington House School
Babington House School is an independent co-educational day school for children aged 2 to 16 years. The school offers a nurturing and challenging education from Nursery through to Year 11, with a strong focus on academic excellence, personal development, and a broad range of co-curricular activities. The school has a maximum of 20 pupils per class with two form entry and almost 500 pupils in total.
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Our take
Independent co-ed all-through school in Bromley for ages 2–16. Selective entry.
Best for
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 2–16) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
Watch-outs
- 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.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- Sep26Open dayPassedWhole School Open Morning
- Nov24AssessmentPassedScholarship Assessment Week
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£20,370 – £26,115per year · Day · 2026-27
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
Distinctive features
small classes with a maximum of 20 pupils
wide ability selective school
scholarship programmes in academics, arts, drama, music, sport
bespoke educational approach
day-only school
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
AthleticsCross CountryFencingFootballHorse RidingNetballRock ClimbingRoundersRugbySwimmingTennisTrampolining
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Eric Liddell Pool (off-site)Climbing WallPlaying fields on Elmstead Lane (off-site)Sports HallAbseiling Wall
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
Outcomes2025 GCSE
49
9 to 7 at GCSE41
A*-A at A Level100
acceptance to first-choice universities66%
A-level A*–A
54%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
7%
to Oxbridge (2025)
27%
to Russell Group
| 2025 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 15 | — |
| Oxbridge | 1 | 1 |
| Russell Group | 4 | 4 |
| US Ivy | 0 | 0 |
Top universities (2025)
University of Surrey1
University of Loughborough1
University of Reading1
University of Sheffield2
University of Leicester1
University of Exeter1
Edge Hill University1
Kings College, London1
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
GCSEA Level
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
August 2024
Babington House School reported that 12% of students achieved a clean sweep of top grades across all GCSEs taken.
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Registration closes 6 Nov 2026 (11+)
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Check fit for my childCalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn7 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring5 Jan 2027 → 19 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer12 Apr 2027 → 9 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Babington House School best for?+
Babington House School suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 2–16) rather than separate prep + senior; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
How much are the fees at Babington House School?+
Day fees at Babington House School are £6,790 to £8,705 a term in 2026-27 (£20,370 to £26,115 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Babington House School?+
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How does admissions work?+
Babington House School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Babington House School support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for Babington House School. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does Babington House School take?+
Babington House School takes pupils from age 2 to 16.
Is Babington House School a day or boarding school?+
Babington House School is a day school.
Is Babington House School co-educational or single-sex?+
Babington House School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Babington House School?+
Babington House School is in Bromley, BR7 5ES.
How do I contact admissions at Babington House School?+
Contact Babington House School by phone on 02084675537.
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