Fairley House School recently purchased a site near its Junior School to create a new Senior School and unify the school on a single site. The building requires fundraising for conversion to a specialist school.
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Fairley House School
London’s leading day school for children with specific learning differences (SpLD) specialising in dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and dysgraphia.
Day fees
£50,268
Entry
Observation + InterviewSelective
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Mr Marc Broughton
Head
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
202
83 girls, 136 boys
Location
Westminster
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
4 to 16
Founded
1982
Entry points
4+, 7+, 11+
Nearest station
Pimlico
Learning support
SEN unit on site
Scholarships
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Overview
About Fairley House School
Fairley House School is London’s leading day school for students with specific learning differences (SpLD). Founded in 1982 as the first dyslexia school in the country, it offers a first-class education across Key Stages 1 to 4, including a tailored GCSE programme. The school specialises in teaching children with difficulties in reading, movement and coordination, numbers, and writing. It provides a unique 'magic formula' for success based on deep knowledge and expertise, helping students realise their full potential. The school also offers an in-house Assessment Centre and a significant research and outreach programme to support best practices in SpLD education.
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Our take
Independent co-ed all-through school in Westminster for ages 4–16. Selective entry, top-tier London fees.
Best for
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 4–16) 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.
- Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
Watch-outs
- Fees sit at the top of the London market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- TBCOpen dayTo be confirmedFinal Open Evening of the academic year (date not specified)Open Evening Extravaganza
- Feb27InterviewPassedUnpacking handwriting: The nuts and bolts to developing handwriting
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£50,268per year · Day · 2026-27
Inc. VAT £50,268VAT TBC7 years: £397,031
vs London avg (£24,000)109% above
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
Distinctive features
specialises in specific learning differences
first nationally recognised Teaching Diploma in SpLD
tailored GCSE programme
in-house Assessment Centre
significant research and outreach programme
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
Basketball (Junior School)Girls Sport (Junior School)SportSports Day Track and Field Events
music
MusicPeripatetic Music SessionsRecorder (Senior School)Weekly Music and Drama Lessons
drama
DramaDrama ProductionsLAMDA Classes
academic club
Coding (Senior School)Homework Club (Junior School)Homework Club (Senior Department)Teaching Diploma in SpLDTechnology Ambassador role
service
Duke of Edinburgh expeditionsResearch and outreach programme
other
Art and Crafts (Junior School)Art Booster (Senior School)Board Games (Junior School)Cooking (Senior School)Creative Club (Senior School)Dungeons and Dragons (Junior School)Film Making (Junior School)Switch Club (Senior School)Table Top Games (Senior School)Wool Crafts (Senior School)
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
The Millennium Arena (in Battersea Park) (off-site)
arts
Artist’s Studio at the Young V&A (trip location) (off-site)Art StudiosSpecialist classrooms for Music and Drama
academic
In-house Assessment CentreTailored GCSE programmeVirtual Learning Environment (VLE)
wellbeing
Occupational Therapy roomsTherapeutic Support
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
Outcomes
Students at Fairley House have attained exceptional GCSE and A-level results despite their learning differences, demonstrating transformative progress.
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
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CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
GCSEA Level
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
July 2025
The Independent Schools Inspectorate reported that Fairley House School meets all relevant standards but did not disclose specific exam results or detailed inspection outcomes.
February 2025
Fairley House School’s transdisciplinary approach with therapists and teachers working as a professional team supported pupils’ needs and led to good progress from their starting points.
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Regulation
Inspection
ISI inspection, 9 Jul 2025
2 reports on file.
- Isi · Routine Inspection4 Feb 2025
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn1 Sept 2026 → 18 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–23 Oct 2026
Spring4 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer19 Apr 2027 → 9 Jul 2027Half-term 24 May 2027–28 May 2027
PathwaysWhere pupils go 2026 · 0 offers
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students with exam and interview practice (where required),
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rilliant school. I am hugelyb
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GovernancePolicies & documents
Governance
Policies & documents
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Fairley House School best for?+
Fairley House School suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 4–16) 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; Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
How much are the fees at Fairley House School?+
Day fees at Fairley House School are £16,756 a term in 2026-27 (£50,268 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Fairley House School?+
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How does admissions work?+
Fairley House School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Fairley House School support SEND?+
Fairley House School has a dedicated SEN unit. Check the details with admissions.
What ages does Fairley House School take?+
Fairley House School takes pupils from age 4 to 16.
Is Fairley House School a day or boarding school?+
Fairley House School is a day school.
Is Fairley House School co-educational or single-sex?+
Fairley House School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Fairley House School?+
Fairley House School is in Westminster, SW1P 4AU.
How do I contact admissions at Fairley House School?+
Contact Fairley House School by email at admissions@fairleyhouse.org.uk or phone on 02079765456.
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