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.
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Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Tower Hamlets for ages 3–11. Non-selective intake.
- 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.
- 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
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
music
drama
academic club
Facilities
sports
academic
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
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Inspection
Isi — 1 Jan 2022
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-2026
Policies & documents
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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.
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