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Lyonsdown School

Lyonsdown School is a girls' pre-prep and prep school for ages 3 to 11, part of the Mill Hill Education Group.

Day fees
£9,219 – £17,544
Entry
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Updated 4 months ago
At a glance

Key facts

Head
Mrs Rittu Hall
Head
Gender
Girls
Pupils
139
Location
High Barnet, Barnet
Suburban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
3 to 11
Founded
1906
Entry points
3+, 4+
ISI inspection
Inspected 2023
Nearest station
High Barnet
School buses
No
Average class
22 pupils
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School day
8.30am to 4pm
Saturday school
No
Wraparound care
Available
Scholarships
All-rounder, Music, Academic
Overview

About Lyonsdown School

Lyonsdown School welcomes girls from age 3 in Pre-Reception (Little Lyons) and Reception (4+). The school offers a nurturing environment with a focus on academic and pastoral care. Pupils benefit from the Group Senior School Pathway for 11+ entry to senior schools within the Mill Hill Education Group. The school is located in New Barnet, Hertfordshire, and provides day schooling only.

Our take

Independent girls school in Barnet for ages 3–11. Non-selective intake.

Best for
  • Children aged 3–11.
  • Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
  • Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
Watch-outs
  • Single-sex (girls). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
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Application timeline

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  1. Jun26
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Open events

Private tours by arrangement with admissions.

Fees

£9,219 – £17,544per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
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Activities & co-curricular

sport

After-school sports/games clubsAthleticsCricketFootballGymGymnasticsKarateLacrosseLittle MoversLunchtime sports/games clubsNetballPhysical EducationSports ClubSwimming
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Tennis

music

Lower School ChoirLyonsdown OrchestraMusicUpper School Choir

drama

DanceDramaLAMDA

academic club

ChessComputingComputing and CodingComputing / CodingCreative WritingDesign and TechnologyReasoning & Problem SolvingRummikubScience

other

ArtArt & Crafts ClubForest SchoolOutdoor LearningYoga

Facilities

sports

Large Climbing AreaLocal Leisure Centre Swimming Pool (off-site)

academic

Access to Belmont, Mill Hill Preparatory School Forest School facilities (off-site)Early Years Forest School siteLoose Parts Play areasNatural Early Years Play SpaceSwimming facilities at local leisure centre (off-site)Tennis courts with coaching by Barnet Lawn Tennis Club professionals (off-site)

wellbeing

Early Years Play SpaceWildlife pond

Qualifications offered

STEAM-Focused CurriculumKey Stage 1Key Stage 2Early Years Foundation Stage
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Wellbeing

The happiness and wellbeing of all our girls is at the heart of everything that we do, and we celebrate them as they begin to develop lifelong passions and interests across the curriculum. Lyonsdown fosters a love of learning in a nurturing environment, prioritising mental and physical wellbeing while cultivating intellectual curiosity, resilience, creativity, and collaboration. Follow us @lyonsdownschool Where Next? \[ About Us ]\(/about-us "About Us")\[ Our History ]\(/about-us/our-history "Our History")\[ Admissions ]\(/admissions "Admissions").

Inspection

ISI inspection, 19 Sept 2023

Standards met
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Term dates 2026/27

Autumn3 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026
Spring6 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027
Summer19 Apr 2027 → 7 Jul 2027

Lyonsdown School term dates and holidays →

Where pupils go 2025 · 11 offers

Belmont, Mill Hill Prep School
1 offer
North London Collegiate School
1 offer
Channing School
1 offer
Queenswood School
1 offer
Haileybury
1 offer
St Albans High School for Girls
1 offer
Highgate School
1 offer
St. Columba's College
1 offer
Mount House School
1 offer
Abbot's Hill
1 offer
Kingshott
1 offer

Policies & documents

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Questions parents ask

What kind of child is Lyonsdown School best for?+

Lyonsdown School suits: Children aged 3–11; Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.

How much are the fees at Lyonsdown School?+

Day fees at Lyonsdown School are £3,073 to £5,848 a term in 2026-27 (£9,219 to £17,544 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.

When is the next open day at Lyonsdown School?+

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How does admissions work?+

Lyonsdown School is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.

Does Lyonsdown School support SEND?+

Lyonsdown School offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.

What ages does Lyonsdown School take?+

Lyonsdown School takes pupils from age 3 to 11.

Is Lyonsdown School a day or boarding school?+

Lyonsdown School is a day school.

Is Lyonsdown School co-educational or single-sex?+

Lyonsdown School is a girls' school.

Where is Lyonsdown School?+

Lyonsdown School is in Barnet, EN5 1SA.

How do I contact admissions at Lyonsdown School?+

Contact Lyonsdown School by email at admissions@lyonsdownschool.co.uk or phone on 02084490225.

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