John Lyon School Prep
The Prep section of John Lyon School in Harrow, offering outstanding education for boys and girls from Pre-Nursery through Year 8, part of the Harrow Family of Schools.
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Independent co-ed prep school in Harrow for ages 2–13, day or boarding. Selective entry, other ethos, top-tier London fees.
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 2–13.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- Families who value a other ethos in school life.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Fees sit at the top of the London market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- The other 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.
Application timeline
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-28 | TBC | TBC | TBC | Open |
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Recent coverage
In November 2024, John Lyon School announced the removal of 11+ exams for Prep pupils, aiming to reduce stress and promote a more holistic approach to student assessment.
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Isi — 1 Jan 2022
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-26
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What kind of child is John Lyon School Prep best for?+
John Lyon School Prep suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 2–13; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered; Families who value a other ethos in school life; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
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 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?+
email at admissions@johnlyon.org or phone on Not recorded. 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 John Lyon School Prep — see the "Schools like John Lyon School Prep" grid on this page. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much are the fees at John Lyon School Prep?
- Day fees at John Lyon School Prep range from £20,370 to £53,703 per year.
- What ages does John Lyon School Prep take?
- John Lyon School Prep takes pupils from age 2 to 13.
- Is John Lyon School Prep a day or boarding school?
- John Lyon School Prep is a day school.
- Is John Lyon School Prep co-educational or single-sex?
- John Lyon School Prep is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
- Where is John Lyon School Prep?
- John Lyon School Prep is in Harrow, HA1 1RX.
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