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Emanuel School

Emanuel School is a co-educational independent school in Battersea, London, with an Anglican foundation, open to families of all faiths and none, offering education from age 10 to 18.

Day fees
£26,151 – £31,381
Entry
School Exam + InterviewSelective
Next deadline
Fri 9 Oct 202616+ registration closes
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance

Key facts

Head
Robert Kothakota
Headmaster
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
1,112
538 girls, 570 boys
Location
Battersea, Wandsworth
Urban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
10 to 18
Religious ethos
Christian
Founded
1594
Sixth form
290 pupils
Entry points
10+, 11+, 13+, 16+
ISI inspection
Inspected 2026
Nearest station
Clapham Junction
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School buses
Yes
Average class
24 pupils
School day
8.25am to 4pm
Saturday school
No
Bursaries
Up to 100% of fees
Scholarships
Other, Academic, Art +4
A-level A*–A
72%
2024
GCSE 9–7
75%
2024
Overview

About Emanuel School

Emanuel School is a co-educational independent school located in Battersea, London, with an Anglican foundation, open to families of all faiths and none. It offers education from Year 6 (age 10) through to Sixth Form (age 18). The school has a strong academic curriculum complemented by a rich variety of co-curricular activities including sport, drama, music, and art. Emanuel is committed to community engagement and outreach, fostering aspiration through education for all young people in the local community.

Our take

Independent co-ed senior school in Wandsworth for ages 10–18. Selective entry, Christian ethos.

Best for
  • Families seeking a senior school for ages 10–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Families who value a Christian ethos in school life.
  • 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.
  • The Christian ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
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Application timeline

September 2027 entryRegistration closedCloses 16 Oct 2026Reply by 3 Mar 2027
  1. TBC
    Open dayTo be confirmed
    See website for upcoming dates
    Open Events at Emanuel School
  2. May31
    Registration opensPassed
  3. Nov3
    Bursary deadline
    Fee Assistance (Bursary)
  4. Nov28
    Assessment
  5. Feb11
    Offers
  6. Mar3
    Acceptance deadline

Not yet published: interview.

Open events

DeadlineThis week
12 noon
Sixth Form (16+) Registration Deadline
DeadlineNext week
12 noon
Year 7 (11+) and Year 6 (10+) Registration Deadline
Deadline4 weeks away
12 noon
Scholarship and Fee Assistance Application Deadline
Exam
Year 7 (11+) Entrance Exam
Exam
Year 6 (10+) Entrance Exam
Interview
Year 7 (11+) Interview and Group Experience
Interview
Year 7 (11+) and Year 6 (10+) Interview and Group Experience
Deadline
12 noon
Acceptance Deadline

Private tours by arrangement with admissions.

Fees

£26,151 – £31,381per year · Day · 2026-27
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Bursaries & Scholarships

Max award
100%
Recipients
20
Means-tested
Yes
Scholarships
11
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Distinctive features

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One of the oldest schools in London (1594, Lady Dacre)

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Eight vertical houses named after British naval and military heroes

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50+ clubs and societies

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New STEM and refectory building under construction

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75% of pupils scored grade 9/8 in 2025 GCSEs

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Co-education with strong rowing and rugby tradition

Activities & co-curricular

sport

Cricket TeamsWater PoloBouldering ClubGirls' FootballHockey (Girls - Autumn Term Performance Sport)AthleticsSkiingTennisRugbySquashRugby Union (Boys - Autumn Term)NetballHockey (Girls - Autumn Term, Spring Term)Rugby Union (Boys - Autumn Term Performance Sport)
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Hockey Teams (Girls)Netball Teams (Girls)FootballCross-Country RunningRugby Union Teams (Boys)Football Teams (Boys and Girls)CricketSwimmingCross-CountryRock ClimbingRowingHockey (Girls, Autumn and Spring Term)Hockey (Girls - Spring Term Performance Sport)Competitive sports programmeBadminton

music

Orchestra and BandsMusic EnsemblesOver 30 Musical Societies, Ensembles and ChoirsConcert BandRockschool Examination Centre (Music)Musical Societies, Ensembles and ChoirsRock and Pop BandChoirs, orchestras and ensemblesMusic Scholars ProgrammeChapel ChoirOrchestrasDJ LessonsMusic Production MasterclassesMusic Tuition and Ensembles
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Musical Ensembles, Societies and Choirs

drama

Drama ClubDramaDrama clubsCostume-Making ClubTheatre ProductionsDrama ScholarshipsTheatre Visits and WorkshopsPuppetry, Physical Theatre, NaturalismStage Combat ClubDrama Scholarship ProgrammeSeven productions yearly

academic club

Academic Drama (IGCSE and A Level)British Mathematical OlympiadFurther MathematicsDiverse academic clinicsAcademic Clinics40 Academic ClinicsMedia ClubAstroPi TeamYoung EnterprisePublic SpeakingDebatingDrama Academic CurriculumUKMT Intermediate Mathematics ChallengeUKMT Senior Mathematics Challenge
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Junior Equality Club

service

CCF (Combined Cadet Force)Duke of Edinburgh AwardEco-Schools Green Flag

other

Film/TV Studio (Drama related)Peer mentoring programmeCommunity outreach programmeArt and DesignClubs and SocietiesDr Who Club

Facilities

sports

25m indoor swimming poolUse of Barnes Hockey Club (off-site)Sports hall with two fitness suites and dance studioDedicated strength and conditioning gymStrength and Conditioning GymFull-size All-Weather PitchTwo Outdoor Netball/Tennis CourtsPlaying Fields (26 acres)Boat House at Barnes Bridge (off-site)Use of All Stars Tennis (off-site)Blagdons Off-Site Sports Ground (off-site)Ten Cricket NetsMini-astro pitchSchool sports hall and fitness centre
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Sports HallTwo sports fields at Blagdons (off-site near Raynes Park) (off-site)Barnes Hockey Club (off-site)All Stars Tennis facilities (off-site)Sports hall and fitness centreOutdoor netball / tennis courtsCricket netsBlagdons - Off Site Sports Facilities (off-site)26 acres of playing fields2 outdoor netball/tennis courtsSchool playing fields (26 acres)Sports playing fieldsFitness centre10 cricket nets

arts

State-of-the-art theatre (Fiennes Theatre)Professional film/TV studioTwelve music practice roomsChapel with two-manual Bishop pipe organSchool chapelFour music classroomsFilm/TV studioTheatre - Fiennes TheatreFilm and TV studioMusic Victorian vaulted concert hallMusic classrooms and practice roomsArt studiosConcert HallThe Dacre Building
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Fiennes TheatreDacre BuildingHampden HallVictorian vaulted concert hallDance studio

academic

Original Victorian BuildingLibraryVictorian buildingLibrary and archiveChapelComputing, Coding and Design SuitesNew STEM and Refectory BuildingBiodiversity GardenScience laboratoriesLibrary with archiveLibrary with well-stocked archiveWell-resourced science laboratoriesQueens’ courtyardVictorian chapel
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Newly refurbished Sixth Form centre

wellbeing

Counselling RoomsMedical Room

Latest exam results

Outcomes

2025 GCSE: 75% of pupils scored grade 9/8; majority progress into the Sixth Form with most leavers to Russell Group universities (six Oxbridge in 2024).

72%
A-level A*–A
75%
GCSE 9–7

Data from 2024 results

Where leavers go

7%
to Oxbridge (2025)
88%
to Russell Group
20252024202320222021
Cohort15314613899123
Oxbridge105922
Russell Group1351221058893
US Ivy02001
Medicine33211
Top universities (2025)
Durham University20
Newcastle University16
University of Edinburgh14
University of Leeds11
University of Bristol10
University of Bath8
University of Southampton8
University of Oxford7

Qualifications offered

GCSEA-level

Recent coverage

In the press
  • 2026 ISI Inspection Report

Notable alumni

Naveen Andrews (actor, Lost / The English Patient)Tim Walker (fashion photographer, Vogue)Michael Aspel (broadcaster)Iain Duncan Smith (former Conservative leader)David Howell (chess Grandmaster)Chris Coleman (footballer/manager)Frank Bough (broadcaster)Kim Philby (briefly attended)
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House system

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Wellbeing

Tutor system

The 2026 ISI report praised Emanuel's self-knowledge, self-confidence and empathy beyond expectations for their age. Eight vertical houses (Year 6 through Upper Sixth) anchor pastoral life, supported by tutors, Heads of Section and a dedicated wellbeing team.

Inspection

ISI inspection, 13 Jan 2026

met
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Term dates 2026/27

Autumn2 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 17 Oct 2026–1 Nov 2026
Spring7 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 13 Feb 2027–21 Feb 2027
Summer19 Apr 2027 → 9 Jul 2027Half-term 29 May 2027–6 Jun 2027

INSET: 27 Aug 2026 · 28 Aug 2026 · 6 Jan 2027 · 28 May 2027

Emanuel School term dates and holidays →

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Questions parents ask

What kind of child is Emanuel School best for?+

Emanuel School suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 10–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who value a Christian ethos in school life; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.

How much are the fees at Emanuel School?+

Day fees at Emanuel School are £8,717 to £10,460 a term in 2026-27 (£26,151 to £31,381 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.

When is the next open day at Emanuel School?+

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

How does admissions work?+

Emanuel School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.

Does Emanuel School support SEND?+

Emanuel School offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.

What ages does Emanuel School take?+

Emanuel School takes pupils from age 10 to 18.

Is Emanuel School a day or boarding school?+

Emanuel School is a day school.

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

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

Where is Emanuel School?+

Emanuel School is in Wandsworth, SW11 1HS.

How do I contact admissions at Emanuel School?+

Contact Emanuel School by email at enquiries@emanuel.org.uk or phone on 02088704171.

Updated 26 May 2026. Sources: school website, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, Sunday Times Parent Power and Wikipedia.