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Gatehouse School

Gatehouse School is a non-selective independent preparatory school located beside Victoria Park in East London, welcoming children from Nursery (age 3) through Year 6.

Tower HamletsPrepCo EdAges 3–11Day528 pupils
Day fees
Fees TBC
How competitive entry is
Taster Day + ReferenceCompetitive entry
Pupils
528
Founded
1948
Next deadline
Open day: TBC
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Our take

Independent co-ed prep school in Tower Hamlets for ages 3–11. Non-selective intake.

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Who thrives here
  • Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
Watch-outs
Know before applying
  • 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.
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About the head

Gatehouse School is committed to equal treatment for all, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or social background, and welcomes pupils with special educational needs and disabilities where support can be provided.
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Distinctive features

Co-educational 3-11

Non selective admission

Priority sibling places

Welcomes SEN and physical disabilities with support

Sibling discounts

Focus on personal visits for admissions

Activities & co-curricular

sport

Boys Football TeamsFootballGirls Football TeamSportSwimming Team

music

Music

drama

Anti-Bullying Drama WorkshopsDrama

academic club

Poetry RecitalScience ClubSTEM

Facilities

sports

Climbing FramesAstroturf Sports Court

academic

Recently Renovated Victorian Building

Recent coverage

Gatehouse School in London underwent an inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) in October 2024. The report highlighted that the school met all standards, with particular commendation for the quality of education and the pupils' personal development. In 2018, the school completed a significant renovation of its Victorian building, adding two new floors and a new assembly hall named after the founder, Wallbank. Additionally, Gatehouse School was listed in the Sunday Times Top 100 Prep Schools, reflecting its strong academic performance and reputation.

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Open events

Dates to be confirmed
Private Nursery TourAvailable throughout the year – contact Admissions Manager on 0208 709 5223 to book
Dates TBC
Occasional Places TourAny school day morning – contact Admissions Manager to arrange
Dates TBC
Taster DayArranged individually on application for occasional places
Dates TBC

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Fees

Fees TBCper year · Day · 2026-27

Bursaries & Scholarships

Inspection

Isi 1 Jan 2022

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

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Term dates 2025-2026

autumn3 Sept 202512 Dec 2025
spring6 Jan 202627 Mar 2026
summer20 Apr 202610 Jul 2026
autumn3 Sept 202611 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
autumn3 Sept 202611 Dec 2026
spring5 Jan 202725 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
spring5 Jan 202725 Mar 2027
summer19 Apr 202714 Jul 2027
summer19 Apr 202714 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027

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Questions parents ask

Common questions about Gatehouse School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is Gatehouse School best for?+

Independent co-ed prep school in Tower Hamlets for ages 3–11. 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?+

5 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

email at admissions@gatehouseschool.co.uk or phone on 020 8980 2978. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

What similar schools should I compare?+

We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Gatehouse School — see the "Schools like Gatehouse School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 14 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

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