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Harrow School

Harrow School is a prestigious boys' boarding school for ages 13 to 18, offering a broad education with strong university progression.

Boarding fees
£65,970
Entry
Iseb Pretest + Common EntranceSelective
Next deadline
Sun 22 Nov 2026Scholarship deadline
Updated 4 months agosource
At a glance

Key facts

Head
Dr Eric Sie
Head Master
Gender
Boys
Pupils
833
Location
Harrow
Suburban setting
Day or boarding
Boarding
Age range
13 to 18
Religious ethos
Church of England
Founded
1572
Sixth form
354 pupils
Entry points
13+, 16+
ISI inspection
Inspected 2024
Nearest station
Harrow-on-the-Hill
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Bursaries
Up to 100% of fees
Scholarships
Music, Art, Drama +3
A-level A*–A
70%
2024
GCSE 9–7
75%
2024
Overview

About Harrow School

Harrow School admits around 160 boys into Year 9 (age 13) and up to 20 boys into Year 12 (Sixth Form). The school prepares boys for top universities worldwide, including Oxbridge, US Ivy League, and other global top-ranked institutions. The school offers a comprehensive university preparation programme, including specialist support for Oxbridge and US admissions, mock interviews, and personal statement guidance. Scholarships are available in academic, music, sport, art, drama, and design technology and engineering. The school is fully boarding and focuses on developing leadership, character, and academic excellence.

Our take

Independent boys senior school in Harrow for ages 13–18. Selective entry, Church of England ethos.

Best for
  • Families seeking a senior school for ages 13–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
  • Parents who want a single-sex environment for their son.
  • Families who value a Church of England ethos in school life.
  • Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
Watch-outs
  • Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
  • Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
  • The Church of England ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
  • 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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Application timeline

  1. TBC
    Open dayTo be confirmed
    Open Mornings run from 9am until 1pm — 12 per academic year. Recommended for families visiting when boys are in Years 4 or 5.
    Open Morning
  2. Jan1
    Assessment
  3. May1
    OffersPassed

Not yet published: registration opens, bursary deadline, interview, acceptance deadline.

Registration windows
EntryOpensClosesReply byStatus
TBCTBC1 Jul 2025TBCClosed
September 2027TBC1 Jan 2027TBCTbc
September 2028TBC1 Jan 2027TBCOpen
September 2029TBC1 Jul 2026TBCOpen

Open events

Scholarship Exam6 weeks away
Sport Scholarship Assessment Day
Deadline
Academic/Art/Drama/DTE/Music Scholarship Application Deadline
Scholarship Exam
Music Scholarship Assessment
Scholarship Exam
Art Scholarship Assessment
Scholarship Exam
Design Technology & Engineering Scholarship Assessment
Scholarship Exam
Drama Scholarship Assessment
Assessment
Compulsory Academic Assessments at Harrow
Assessment
Optional Academic Scholarship Assessments

Private tours by arrangement with admissions.

Fees

£65,970per year · Boarding · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
Inc. VAT £65,970VAT included5 years: £359,715
vs London avg (£24,000)175% above
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Bursaries & Scholarships

Max award
100%
Recipients
147
Means-tested
Yes
Scholarships
13
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Facilities

boarding

Houses (12)

academic

Rendalls Library

wellbeing

24/7 Medical CentreChaplaincyClinical PsychologistCounselling ServicesFull-time Clinical PsychologistFull-time Counsellors (2)Pastoral Care TeamPastoral Support Committee

Latest exam results

70%
A-level A*–A
75%
GCSE 9–7

Data from 2024 results

Where leavers go

7%
to Oxbridge (2026)
2026202520242023
Cohort182129110129
Oxbridge1310142
Russell Group—129613
US Ivy6161615
Top universities (2026)
US universities34
Global top 10 universities68
Global top 100 universities318

Qualifications offered

GCSEA-Level

Recent coverage

August 2025

Harrow School's Upper Sixth achieved nearly one in three grades at A*, over 60% at A* or A, and almost 90% at A* to B. Five boys achieved five or more A* grades, 12 boys achieved four or more A* grades, 25 boys achieved three or more A* grades, and 83 boys achieved three or more A* to A grades.

Notable alumni

Winston Churchill (Prime Minister)Lord Byron (poet)Benedict Cumberbatch (actor)James Blunt (musician)Robert Clive (British officer)Jawaharlal Nehru (Prime Minister of India)Anthony Trollope (novelist)Simon Sebag Montefiore (historian)Tom Hiddleston (actor)
Recommended next step

Registration closes 1 Jan 2027 (13+)

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House system

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Inspection

ISI inspection, 6 Feb 2024

Standards met
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Term dates 2026/27

Autumn8 Sept 2026 → 12 Dec 2026Half-term 23 Oct 2026–4 Nov 2026
Spring11 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 12 Feb 2027–21 Feb 2027
Summer19 Apr 2027 → 3 Jul 2027Half-term 29 May 2027–6 Jun 2027

Harrow School term dates and holidays →

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Questions parents ask

What kind of child is Harrow School best for?+

Harrow School suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 13–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Parents who want a single-sex environment for their son; Families who value a Church of England ethos in school life; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.

How much are the fees at Harrow School?+

Boarding fees are £21,990 a term in 2026-27 (£65,970 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.

When is the next open day at Harrow School?+

No dates are listed yet. Save Harrow School and we'll email you when booking opens.

How does admissions work?+

Harrow School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.

Does Harrow School support SEND?+

We don't hold SEND details for Harrow School. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.

What ages does Harrow School take?+

Harrow School takes pupils from age 13 to 18.

Is Harrow School a day or boarding school?+

Harrow School is a boarding school.

Is Harrow School co-educational or single-sex?+

Harrow School is a boys' school.

Where is Harrow School?+

Harrow School is in Harrow, HA1 3HP.

How do I contact admissions at Harrow School?+

Contact Harrow School by email at admissions@harrowschool.org.uk or phone on 02088728000.

Updated 11 May 2026. Sources: school website, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, Sunday Times Parent Power and Wikipedia.