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King's House School

King’s House is a private prep school and nursery in Richmond for children aged 2 to 13 offering a broad and balanced education.

Day fees
£10,590 – £26,340
Entry
Observation + InterviewSelective
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance

Key facts

Head
Mark Turner
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
418
38 girls, 356 boys
Location
Richmond upon Thames
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
2 to 13
Religious ethos
Christian/non-denominational
Founded
1946
Entry points
2+, 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+
ISI inspection
Inspected 2026
Bursaries
Up to 95% of fees
Overview

About King's House School

King’s House School is a private prep school and nursery in Richmond for children aged 2 to 13. The school offers a broad and balanced education where pupils grow into confident, happy and independent learners. The school prepares pupils for senior school entrance with strong pastoral and academic support, including scholarship preparation in academic, music, sport, drama, art, and design technology. The school has a warm and welcoming atmosphere and offers regular visitors mornings and private tours with key staff including the Head, Head of Junior Department, and Head of Nursery.

Our take

Independent co-ed prep school in Richmond upon Thames for ages 2–13. Selective entry.

Best for
  • Families looking for a prep school covering ages 2–13.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
Watch-outs
  • Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
  • 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
    By appointment
    Private Tours

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

Open events

Private tours by arrangement with admissions.

Fees

£10,590 – £26,340per year · Day · 2026-27
By entry point · 2026-27
Nursery£10,590
4+£20,175
11+£26,340
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Bursaries & Scholarships

Max award
95%
Means-tested
Yes
Scholarships
1
Scholarships→Bursaries→

Distinctive features

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co-educational nursery

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boys only Reception upwards but starting to admit girls year on year from Reception

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small class sizes

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broad curriculum with arts and STEM focus

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strong pastoral care

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close senior school relations

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means-tested bursaries

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Forest School

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before and after school care

Activities & co-curricular

sport

Games (Year 1 to Year 3)Swimming (Year 1 to Year 3)RugbyNetballTennisMulti SportsHouse RugbyFootball

music

Music Ensembles and ConcertsKing’s House SingersMusic Ensembles

drama

DramaLAMDA

academic club

Touch TypingChess ClubSTEM ClubEntrepreneur Club

other

Forest SchoolArt ActivitiesArt ClubsLego ClubDesign Technology ClubsArt ClubNature Club

Facilities

sports

Full size floodlit hockey pitch (off-site)Adult Football Pitches (off-site)Lacrosse Pitches (off-site)Rounders and Softball Pitches (off-site)Sports Hall4 full size cricket pitches (off-site)4 floodlit acrylic tennis courts (off-site)8 Rounders Pitches (off-site)400m athletics track (off-site)Dedicated areas for high jump, long jump and shot putt (off-site)3G Pitch (off-site)6 adult football pitches (off-site)1 rugby pitch (off-site)2 lacrosse pitches (off-site)
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4 cricket nets (off-site)2 floodlit all-weather tennis courts (off-site)6 Softball Pitches (off-site)100m athletics track (off-site)Floodlit Hockey Pitch (off-site)Varied Sized Football Pitches (off-site)Cricket Pitches (off-site)Athletics Tracks (off-site)35-acre Sports Ground (off-site)Floodlit Netball Courts (off-site)Rugby Pitches (off-site)Floodlit Acrylic Tennis Courts (off-site)Two full size floodlit 3G pitches (off-site)6 floodlit netball courts (off-site)5v5, 7v7 and 9v9 pitches (off-site)8 junior rugby pitches (off-site)

arts

TheatreSchool's Senior Department specialist Art and Design Technology rooms

academic

Computer Suites3 Bar areas (off-site)Two Computing suitesScience LaboratoriesArt and Design Technology RoomsClubhouse (off-site)Clubhouse with 4 function rooms (off-site)The Nest outdoor learning area (off-site)Outdoor Learning Area (The Nest) (off-site)Function Rooms (off-site)

wellbeing

Playgrounds

Where leavers go

2025
US Ivy0

Recent coverage

June 2023

King's House School was inspected by the ISI which found pupils demonstrate excellent communication skills, are articulate speakers with a highly positive attitude to learning, and show empathy and a well-established sense of social responsibility.

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Term dates 2026/27

Autumn3 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring6 Jan 2027 → 24 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer14 Apr 2027 → 7 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027

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Questions parents ask

What kind of child is King's House School best for?+

King's House School suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 2–13; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.

How much are the fees at King's House School?+

Day fees at King's House School are £3,530 to £8,780 a term in 2026-27 (£10,590 to £26,340 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.

When is the next open day at King's House School?+

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

How does admissions work?+

King's House School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.

Does King's House School support SEND?+

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

What ages does King's House School take?+

King's House School takes pupils from age 2 to 13.

Is King's House School a day or boarding school?+

King's House School is a day school.

Is King's House School co-educational or single-sex?+

King's House School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.

Where is King's House School?+

King's House School is in Richmond upon Thames, TW10 6ES.

How do I contact admissions at King's House School?+

Contact King's House School by phone on 02089401878.

Updated 14 May 2026. Sources: school website, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, Sunday Times Parent Power and Wikipedia.

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