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Senior schools in Hampstead

There are 7 independent senior schools in Hampstead: 2 girls', 1 boys', 4 co-ed. The median day fee is £31,445 a year. An independent senior school teaches pupils from 11 or 13 to 16 or 18. The main entry points are 11+ (Year 7), 13+ (Year 9) and 16+ for sixth form.

Updated September 2026

Schools
7
Day fees
£20,055–£38,250 / year
Ages
2–19

Best-ranked senior schools in Hampstead

By Houseroom Index score

  1. South Hampstead High School
  2. University College School
  3. Maria Montessori School
  4. St Margaret's School
  5. LSI Independent College

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Choosing a senior school in Hampstead

11+, 13+ and 16+ entry

Most London senior schools admit at 11+, some at 13+ as well or instead, and nearly all take a smaller group at 16+. 11+ entry is usually a written exam or online test in the autumn or January of Year 6, followed by interview; 13+ places are often offered after a Year 6 pre-test.

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Compare GCSE and A-level results over several years, university destinations (including Oxbridge and medicine offers), the size of the sixth form, bursary and scholarship support, and the journey time. Results alone tell you about intake as much as teaching.

Senior schools in Hampstead: common questions

What are the best senior schools in Hampstead?
The highest-scoring senior schools in Hampstead on the Houseroom Index are South Hampstead High School, University College School, Maria Montessori School, St Margaret's School and LSI Independent College. The index weighs exam results, destinations, inspection and value.
How many senior schools are there in Hampstead?
Houseroom lists 7 independent senior schools in Hampstead.
How much do senior schools in Hampstead cost?
Day fees at senior schools in Hampstead range from £20,055–£38,250 a year, with a median of £31,445. Fees include 20% VAT since January 2025. Lunches, uniform and trips are usually extra.
When should I register for a senior school?
Registration for 11+ entry usually closes in the autumn of Year 5 or Year 6, and for 13+ often in Year 5 ahead of Year 6 pre-tests. Deadlines vary by school, so check each school's admissions page.
What is the difference between 11+ and 13+ entry?
11+ entry is into Year 7, straight from primary or a prep that ends at Year 6. 13+ entry is into Year 9, usually from a prep that runs to Year 8, and is often decided by a pre-test in Year 6.