Hampton School
Hampton School is a leading independent boys' day school in London, offering a broad academic curriculum and extensive co-curricular activities.
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Our take
Independent boys senior school in Richmond upon Thames for ages 11–18. Selective entry.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their son.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- Single-sex (boys). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
About the head
We aspire to enable our boys not only to make sense of the world but also to want to go out and improve it.
Distinctive features
Becoming an all-through school (ages 7-18) from September 2026
Co-curricular partnership with Lady Eleanor Holles for shared classes, clubs and societies
Recently named Boys' School of the Year
85-minute lunch periods to enable 130+ clubs and societies
96 pupils on fully-funded places via the Fitzwygram Foundation
30+ music ensembles, 18+ sports, 200+ pupils volunteering at local schools
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
2025 A-level:
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 192 | 98 |
| Oxbridge | 23 | 25 |
| Russell Group | 90 | — |
| US Ivy | 0 | 0 |
| Medicine | — | 3 |
Recent coverage
April 2026: Silver DofE Expedition and Paris Exchange Trip announced; March 2026 Rugby Round-Up. From September 2026 Hampton becomes an all-through school for ages 7-18.
Notable alumni
Open-day dates not yet published
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Check fit for my childApplication timeline
4 of 6 admissions stages have confirmed dates. Save this school to be notified when dates are published.
| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 30 Nov 2025 | TBC | Closed |
| 2028-29 | TBC | 1 Oct 2026 | 1 Mar 2027 | Open |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Talks & tasters
| Sat, 19 Sept 2026 | Open Morning | Open Morning |
| Wed, 23 Sept 2026 | Sixth Form Open Morning | Sixth Form Open |
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Excerpts
“” If your son keeps up, it’s great, but if he falls behind, there’s less built-in support, and many families turn to private tutors, particularly for maths and science.”
Academic reputation — parent discussionAcademically, the pace is fast, and the school is quite open about that, the Head often compares it to a “peloton race.” If your son keeps up, it’s great, but if he falls behind, there’s less built-in support, and many families turn to private tutors, particularly for maths and...
OP your boy will find his tribe there. There are plenty of lovely neurodiverse (or not necessarily neurodiverse but certainly on the geeky side of neurotypical) boys at Hampton who love tech, coding and art! My own older DS is very much one of these! My younger one is more...
Wellbeing
Hampton regards the moral and spiritual development of its pupils as central in preparing them to be responsible and fulfilled members of society. The school's pastoral care is described as a 'pastoral paradise' with a caring and nurturing approach. A sense of mutual support and camaraderie is a defining feature of Hampton life, with kindness at the heart of the community. Boys are supported by form tutors, school nurses, counselling services, and prefects and mentors, with a strong emphasis on well-being.
Inspection
Isi — 23 Sept 2025
4 inspection reports on file.
- Isi · Routine Inspection16 Apr 2024
- Isi · Non-Routine Inspection9 Nov 2023
- Isi · Educational Quality3 May 2023Standards met
Term dates 2025-26
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Policies & documents
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about Hampton School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Hampton School best for?+
Independent boys senior school in Richmond upon Thames for ages 11–18. Selective entry.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
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?+
Yes — the school states support for dyslexia, dyspraxia/developmental co-ordination disorder (DCD), autism/pervasive developmental disorder (ASD), anxiety and others. Always confirm case-by-case capacity with admissions if your child has an EHCP.
Are there open days?+
4 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@hamptonschool.org.uk or phone on +44 20 8979 7551. 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 Hampton School — see the "Schools like Hampton School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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