First Bridge School
First Bridge School is a specialist autism school supporting pupils aged 2 to 9 (soon up to 11 subject to approval) with suspected or diagnosed autism and related developmental needs.
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Our take
Independent co-ed school in Hammersmith and Fulham for ages 2–9. Non-selective intake.
- Children aged 2–9.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
- Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
- 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.
About the head
Education and therapy are planned and delivered together, guided by behaviour analysis principles, focusing on communication, social interaction, learning behaviours, independence, and wellbeing.
Distinctive features
Integrated education and therapy
Specialist autism setting
Small class sizes (max 14 pupils)
Individual Education Plans
Use of evidence-based assessments (ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP)
Staff multidisciplinary team including therapists
Extended year with more weeks than typical schools
Therapeutic programmes rooted in behaviour analysis
Facilities
academic
Recent coverage
First Bridge School, an independent special day school in London, opened in August 2023, catering to children aged 2 to 9 with autism and other special educational needs. As of April 2026, the school has 21 pupils, with 81% having Education, Health and Care Plans. In April 2024, Ofsted conducted a standard inspection, rating the school as "Good." (firstbridge.school) The school's leadership includes Principal and Clinical Director Mikaela Green, who has over 20 years of experience in Applied Behaviour Analysis, and Chair of the Proprietor Body, Founder & CEO Sasha Zerkalova, a former M&A advisor and mother of a child with ASD. (firstbridge.school)
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 31 Mar 2026 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Inspection
Isi — 20 May 2025
2 inspection reports on file.
- Ofsted · Independent School Standard Inspection - First16 Apr 2024Good
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about First Bridge School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is First Bridge School best for?+
Independent co-ed school in Hammersmith and Fulham for ages 2–9. Non-selective intake.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are non-selective. Registration windows and required forms vary by entry point — check the admissions timeline above.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
2 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@firstbridge.school or phone on 020 3301 3985. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
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