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Buxlow School

Buxlow School is an Independent School with a Specialist Provision for autistic pupils aged 4-11.

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Updated 4 months ago
At a glance

Key facts

Head
Ciarren Littler
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
13
13 girls, 27 boys
Location
Wembley, Brent
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
4 to 11
Entry points
4+
ISI inspection
Inspected 2023
Learning support
SEN unit on site
Scholarships
Academic

Our take

Independent co-ed school in Brent for ages 4–11. Non-selective intake.

Best for
  • Children aged 4–11.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
Watch-outs
  • Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
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Application timeline

  1. TBC
    Open dayTo be confirmed
    By arrangement
    Private Tours Available

Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.

Open events

Private tours by arrangement with admissions.

Fees

Fees TBCper year · day
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Distinctive features

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Specialist provision for autistic pupils

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Low-arousal environment

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Small class settings

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High pupil-to-staff ratio (2:1 or 3:1)

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Qualified teachers with autism-specific training

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Support by Speech and Language Therapist and Occupational Therapist

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Tailored curriculum to developmental stages

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Visual supports and routines

Activities & co-curricular

academic club

Young Enterprise Fiver Challenge Fair

other

Arts and Crafts ActivitiesSchool AssemblySummer Term Clubs (2023)

Facilities

academic

Low-arousal classroom environments

wellbeing

Speech and Language Therapy provisionOccupational Therapy provision

Qualifications offered

Pre Key Stage StandardsNational Curriculum
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Inspection

ISI inspection, 28 Jun 2023

Meets expectations
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Term dates 2026/27

Autumn3 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
Summer13 Apr 2027 → 13 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027

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Questions parents ask

What kind of child is Buxlow School best for?+

Buxlow School suits: Children aged 4–11; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.

When is the next open day at Buxlow School?+

No dates are listed yet. Save Buxlow School and we'll email you when booking opens.

How does admissions work?+

Buxlow School is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.

Does Buxlow School support SEND?+

Buxlow School has a dedicated SEN unit. Check the details with admissions.

What ages does Buxlow School take?+

Buxlow School takes pupils from age 4 to 11.

Is Buxlow School a day or boarding school?+

Buxlow School is a day school.

Is Buxlow School co-educational or single-sex?+

Buxlow School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.

Where is Buxlow School?+

Buxlow School is in Brent, HA9 7QJ.

How do I contact admissions at Buxlow School?+

Contact Buxlow School by phone on 02089043615.

Updated 14 May 2026. Sources: school website, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, Sunday Times Parent Power and Wikipedia.

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