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Finton House School

Finton House is a co-educational preparatory school nurturing children from Nursery to Year 6, preparing them for 11+ entry to senior schools with a strong record of scholarships and awards.

Day fees
£18,360 – £22,860
Entry
School Exam + Non SelectiveSelective
Next deadline
Thu 31 Dec 2026Bursary deadline
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance

Key facts

Head
Ben Freeman
Headmaster
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
350
172 girls, 176 boys
Location
Tooting, Wandsworth
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
3 to 11
Founded
1987
Entry points
3+, 4+, 7+, 11+
Nearest station
Tooting Bec
Average class
18 pupils
Bursaries
Available
Scholarships
Art, Academic, Sport +4
Overview

About Finton House School

From their first day at Finton, children are nurtured and guided through a range of high-quality learning experiences, leaving the School at the end of Year 6 as confident, caring and responsible young people with a love of learning. The school has a highly successful record of entry into first choice schools at 11+, including a high percentage of scholarships and awards. The school offers a broad intake in an inclusive environment with a strong commitment to pastoral care and outstanding education. Reception places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis with priority to siblings, children of Old Fintonians, and staff children. Occasional places are available for children outside main entry points based on academic selection and availability.

Our take

Independent co-ed prep school in Wandsworth for ages 3–11. Selective entry.

Best for
  • Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11.
  • 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.
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Application timeline

  1. TBC
    Open dayTo be confirmed
    3 to 4 Open Mornings each term during the week from 9am to 10am
    Open Mornings

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

Open events

Private tours by arrangement with admissions.

Fees

£18,360 – £22,860per year · Day · 2026-27
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Bursaries & Scholarships

Means-tested
Yes
Scholarships
14
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Distinctive features

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Creative curriculum

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Critical Thinking sessions

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Specialist art teachers

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Strong emphasis on E-Safety

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Design & Technology workshop

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Drama integrated in English

Activities & co-curricular

sport

Karate ClubGymnastics ClubSwimming SquadHockey ClubTennis ClubWatersports

music

Band (Mr Bruce's band)M-Tech Club

drama

Dance ClubAct Drama Club

academic club

Chess Club

service

Grandfriends Club

other

Gardening ClubJewellery ClubLego ClubTom's Farm ClubOwls and Owlets (Wraparound Care)Cooking Club

Facilities

sports

School PlaygroundTrinity Fields (off-site)Table Tennis and Table Football

arts

Trinity Road Chapel (off-site)

academic

Tom’s Farm (off-site)

Latest exam results

Outcomes

Most pupils leaving at 11 continue to a wide range of selective day and boarding schools with scholarships and awards achieved across academic, sports, drama, and arts.

Where leavers go

2025
US Ivy0

Recent coverage

May 2023

Finton House School had an Educational Quality Inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.

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Wellbeing

Mental health support

We are an outstanding co-educational prep school for boys and girls aged 4-11. Founded in 1987 as a charitable trust, Finton House has a broad intake in an inclusive environment where children are prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world. Our commitment to pastoral care is as strong as our commitment to providing an outstanding education, and our academic achievements at 11+ speak for themselves: at Finton House, every child can shine bright. When you visit us you will meet our Head and Registrar, plus enjoy a unique tour with our current pupils. As you walk around, you can observe the inspiring teaching, outstanding facilities and excellent pastoral care. Come and explore the start of your child’s educational adventure.... Miss Caryn is our Social, Emotional and Mental Health Specialist and Education Consultant. In this blog, An Ode to a Colleague, she writes about our school dog, Fin. This is Fin.…

Inspection

ISI inspection, 16 May 2023

Read full ISI report →

Term dates 2026/27

Autumn3 Sept 2026 → 16 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring7 Jan 2027 → 24 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer19 Apr 2027 → 8 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027

Finton House School term dates and holidays →

Where pupils go 2026 · 1 offers

See 11+ Results 2026 PDF
1 offer

Policies & documents

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Questions parents ask

What kind of child is Finton House School best for?+

Finton House School suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11; 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 Finton House School?+

Day fees at Finton House School are £6,120 to £7,620 a term in 2026-27 (£18,360 to £22,860 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.

When is the next open day at Finton House School?+

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How does admissions work?+

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

Does Finton House School support SEND?+

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

What ages does Finton House School take?+

Finton House School takes pupils from age 3 to 11.

Is Finton House School a day or boarding school?+

Finton House School is a day school.

Is Finton House School co-educational or single-sex?+

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

Where is Finton House School?+

Finton House School is in Wandsworth, SW17 7HL.

How do I contact admissions at Finton House School?+

Contact Finton House School by email at registrar@fintonhouse.org.uk or phone on 02086820921.

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