Hendon Preparatory School
Hendon Preparatory School is a co-educational day prep school in London for children aged 3 to 11.
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Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Barnet for ages 3–11.
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- 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
Activities & co-curricular
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Facilities
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Where leavers go
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Recent coverage
In January 2026, Hendon Preparatory School underwent a comprehensive inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), evaluated against the updated Framework 23 criteria. The inspection report detailed commendations for met standards and provided insightful overviews highlighting areas for improvement where standards were not yet met. Notably, the school excelled across all five stages, achieving a commendable "met" status in each. In January 2023, the ISI rated Hendon Prep as 'excellent' in all areas, marking the highest possible outcome during an Educational Quality Inspection. The report concluded that the quality of the pupils' academic and other achievements, as well as their personal development, was excellent. The inspectors recognized that the school met its aim to stretch and challenge pupils to achieve the best they can as individual learners. In September 2024, Mr. Matthew Foley began his tenure as headteacher at Hendon Preparatory School. His appointment was noted in official listings and school information pages. (findmyschool.uk) Hendon Preparatory School has been owned and overseen by Cognita Schools Ltd since 2004.
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 31 Jan 2026 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Inspection
Isi — 13 Jan 2026
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
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Questions parents ask
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What kind of child is Hendon Preparatory School best for?+
Independent co-ed prep school in Barnet for ages 3–11.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions style isn't fully documented in our profile. Contact the school directly using the details in the contact card.
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?+
6 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@hendonprep.co.uk or phone on 020 8203 7727. 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 Hendon Preparatory School — see the "Schools like Hendon Preparatory School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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