Latymer Upper School
Latymer Upper School is a fully co-educational day school in West London offering high standards of education and facilities.
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Our take
Independent co-ed senior school in Hammersmith and Fulham for ages 11–18. Selective entry.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
Application timeline
6 of 7 admissions stages have confirmed dates. Save this school to be notified when dates are published.
| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-28 | 1 May 2026 | 12 Oct 2026 | 1 Mar 2027 | Open |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Talks & tasters
| Date | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sat, 26 Sept 2026 | Music Scholars Open Day | Scholarship Event |
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
About the head
“Paulatim ergo certe”
An unpretentious, cosmopolitan community: highly academic, forward-thinking, and rooted in Edward Latymer's 1624 vision of social inclusivity.
Distinctive features
Founder's bursary programme one of the largest in the UK independent sector
fully-funded places added every year since 2024
Co-educational on the Hammersmith riverside since 2004
TES Independent School of the Year (2018) and ISOTY Winner 2023
100% sixth-form first-choice university place rate cited 2025
Strong arts and rowing programmes
alumni include Olympic medallists and BAFTA winners
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
boarding
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 200 | 188 | 207 | 194 | 183 |
| Oxbridge | 34 | 28 | 21 | 19 | 20 |
| Russell Group | 151 | 147 | 144 | 134 | 142 |
| US Ivy | 5 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 6 |
| Medicine | 11 | 15 | 4 | 18 | 11 |
Recent coverage
2024 marked 400 years of the Latymer Foundation; 2025 A-level results reported as 100% A*-B with first-choice university success at 100% of sixth-formers.
Notable alumni
Open day available
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At Latymer the wellbeing of our pupils is central to all we do. Each pupil has a tutor in a small group (typically 16–18), with stability of tutor groups throughout each division. Tutors are supported by experienced Heads and Assistant Heads of Year, Heads of Division, a Deputy Head (Pastoral), three counsellors, two registered nurses, a school doctor, a chaplain, and the Head of Wellbeing and PSHCE. Latymer's Prefect and peer mentor system provides senior students as role models and listeners for younger pupils, fostering leadership and support across the community.
Inspection
Isi — 1 Nov 2023
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2026-27
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Questions parents ask
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What kind of child is Latymer Upper School best for?+
Latymer Upper School suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; 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 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?+
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?+
12 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@latymer-upper.org or phone on 02086292024. 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 Latymer Upper School — see the "Schools like Latymer Upper School" 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 Latymer Upper School?
- Day fees at Latymer Upper School are around £31,095 per year.
- When is the next open day at Latymer Upper School?
- The next open day at Latymer Upper School is on 12 September 2026.
- What ages does Latymer Upper School take?
- Latymer Upper School takes pupils from age 11 to 18.
- Is Latymer Upper School a day or boarding school?
- Latymer Upper School is a day school.
- Is Latymer Upper School co-educational or single-sex?
- Latymer Upper School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
- Where is Latymer Upper School?
- Latymer Upper School is in Hammersmith and Fulham, W6 9LR.
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