Question 1

Will my child need a digital device if they join FHS?

Accepted Answer

All FHS pupils will be expected to have Microsoft Surface Pros. The School wants to give pupils the digital literacy skills and understanding to confidently and safely navigate the wider world in which they live and will work.

Question 2

Do you have a sibling policy?

Accepted Answer

We are always pleased to welcome applications from siblings of pupils already attending the school. Whilst we encourage families to stay together if the right fit, as an academically selective school, all applicants are considered on their own merit and must meet our entry requirements. All applicants are invited to interview, ensuring they have every opportunity to shine.

Question 3

What is the food like?

Accepted Answer

The food is excellent. We have a choice of hot meals and salads, baked potatoes, freshly-made soup, and always a vegetarian option. Every day there is a choice of puddings, home-made yoghurt and fruit.

Question 4

Are the girls allowed out at lunchtime?

Accepted Answer

In Years 7 and 8, pupils are supervised by a teacher for 'Walk in the Park' in Regent's Park every lunchtime. In the Upper Fourth, Lower Fifth and Upper Fifth (Years 9, 10 and 11), the girls are allowed out in groups of three. The Sixth Form are permitted to go out on their own.

Question 5

What is the pastoral care like?

Accepted Answer

The pastoral care at Francis Holland Regent's Park was graded "outstanding" in our last ISI Inspection Report. All the forms have Sixth Form Prefects attached to their Form, as well as a Form Tutor and a Head of Year. Our Deputy Head (Pastoral) is in charge of pastoral care and has regular meetings with the Heads of Year.

Question 6

What is your mobile phone policy?

Accepted Answer

We are a mobile phone free school. All pupils from Years 7-11 lock their mobile phones in Yondr pouches during the school day. The Sixth Form are permitted to use their mobile phones in the social areas of Linhope House, our Sixth Form Centre. Responsible use of social media and devices is taught throughout the school, with a particular focus in the younger years.

Question 7

How big are the class sizes?

Accepted Answer

In the Thirds (Year 7), classes have around 24 girls in each. By the time the girls are opting for GCSEs, classes are much smaller and in the Sixth Form smaller yet again.

Question 8

What are the school hours?

Accepted Answer

School is open from 7.30am and registration is 8.25am. Lunch is 12.15pm to 1.25pm and school finishes at 4.00pm (3.30pm on Mondays). There are many after-school and lunchtime clubs and activities and pupils are allowed to stay in the library after school until 5.30pm.

Question 9

When is the Francis Holland School, Regent's Park sixth form acceptance deadline?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday 8 December 2026, by 12 noon.

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