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Hampstead Hill School

Hampstead Hill School is a co-educational pre-prep and prep day school in London, offering education from age 2 to 11 with a strong academic foundation and a rich curriculum.

CamdenPre PrepCo Ed, becoming co-educationalAges 2–11Day373 pupils
Day fees
£25,140
How competitive entry is
Non SelectiveCompetitive entry
Pupils
373
Founded
1949
Next deadline
No dates published
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Our take

Independent co-ed all-through school in Camden for ages 2–11. Non-selective intake.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 2–11) rather than separate prep + senior.
  • 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
  • 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

Hampstead Hill School’s ethos is built upon respect, kindness, community, curiosity and conservation, fostering a secure and supportive environment where pupils develop academically and socially with a growth mindset and appreciation for the outdoors.
RespectKindnessCommunityCuriosityConservation

Distinctive features

Non-selective admissions

Family-run since 1949

Located in historic Grade I and II listed buildings

Flexible extended hours 7:45 am – 5:30 pm, 51 weeks a year

Forest-based play environment and outdoor learning

Broad curriculum including Spanish from Pre-Reception

Strong preparation for 7+ and 11+ senior school entry

Holiday schemes with professional-led activities

After school clubs including Fencing, Gymnastics, Drama, Football, iBrick and Chess

Preparation for competitive London private day schools

Activities & co-curricular

music

Music Ensembles

academic club

Art Club

service

Eco-GuardianEco-Guardians

other

After School ClubsHoliday SchemeKingsters’ Art Club

Facilities

sports

Sport provision (including PE)

arts

Art studios / Workshop

academic

Library

Latest exam results

Outcomes2026
83
of pupils received offers at 7+ from one of their first or second choice selective schools

For September 2026 entry, . Pupils have secured places at leading London schools such as City of London School, Westminster Under School, Highgate and North London Collegiate School

Where leavers go

2025
US Ivy0

Recent coverage

Hampstead Hill School, an independent co-educational nursery and preparatory school in Hampstead, London, has not reported any significant developments in exam results, leadership changes, building projects, or inspection outcomes between 2024 and 2026. The most recent inspection, conducted by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) in February 2018, rated the school as "Outstanding." The headteacher during that period was Mrs. Taylor. The school continues to operate as a non-selective independent primary school for children aged 2 to 11.

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Fees

£17,865per year · Day · 2026-27
VAT-inclusive estimate £17,865VAT status TBCYear 7-13 projection £145,075
vs London avg (£24,000)26% below
By entry point · 2026/2027
4+£25,140
7+£25,140

Bursaries & Scholarships

Inspection

Ofsted 20 Feb 2018

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

Outstanding
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Term dates 2025-2026

autumn1 Sept 202519 Dec 2025Half-term 27 Oct 2025–31 Oct 2025
spring6 Jan 202610 Apr 2026Half-term 16 Feb 2026–20 Feb 2026
summer27 Apr 202617 Jul 2026Half-term 25 May 2026–29 May 2026
autumnNot yet publishedNot yet published

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78%

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Mount House School

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ACS Hillingdon International School

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75%

Park House School

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Fees TBC
74%

Aldenham School

Hertsmere · Senior · Ages 11–18
£18,267 – £32,061

Questions parents ask

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

What kind of child is Hampstead Hill School best for?+

Independent co-ed all-through school in Camden for ages 2–11. 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?+

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How do I contact admissions?+

phone on 020 7435 6262 (Pre-Prep & Nursery), 020 3031 9960 (Prep School) or the registrars listed in the contact card. 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 Hampstead Hill School — see the "Schools like Hampstead Hill 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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