Heartwood House
Heartwood House is an independent school providing for young people who are either not attending school or finding continued attendance at school detrimental to their mental health.
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Our take
Independent co-ed senior school in Middlesex for ages 11–16. Non-selective intake.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–16, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- 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.
Application timeline
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 May 2024 | 15 Oct 2025 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
About the head
Heartwood House fosters a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment where students feel valued and listened to, encouraging personal growth through voluntary participation and self-motivation.
Distinctive features
therapeutic school
student-centred approach
focus on SEMH needs
small classes
individualised transition support
multi-disciplinary staff team
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
Latest exam results
In 2025, 14 senior students took GCSEs and BTECs with many meeting or exceeding expectations, embodying resilience and perseverance throughout their exams.
Where leavers go
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 9 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
Recent coverage
In October 2024, Heartwood House underwent an Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) inspection, which commended the school for meeting all required Independent School Standards. The report highlighted the school's exemplary career guidance and student transition support as a "significant strength," noting that students, many of whom had faced considerable educational disruption, were now achieving strong outcomes due to this tailored support. In May 2025, the school announced that Executive Headteacher Cathy Haysom would step down at the end of the academic year to support her daughter and explore new business opportunities.
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Ofsted — 27 Nov 2012
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-2026
Schools like Heartwood House
Ranked by semantic similarity across curriculum, ethos, intake and admissions style. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
Questions parents ask
Common questions about Heartwood House, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Heartwood House best for?+
Heartwood House suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–16, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
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 section on this page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has identified needs, contact admissions early to discuss capacity.
Are there open days?+
1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
phone on 02088646433 or the enquiry form on this page. 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 Heartwood House — see the "Schools like Heartwood House" grid on this page. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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Frequently asked questions
- What ages does Heartwood House take?
- Heartwood House takes pupils from age 11 to 16.
- Is Heartwood House a day or boarding school?
- Heartwood House is a day school.
- Is Heartwood House co-educational or single-sex?
- Heartwood House is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
- Where is Heartwood House?
- Heartwood House is in Harrow, HA1 2BW.
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