Mount House School
A co-educational, independent senior school for 11-18-year olds in leafy Hadley Wood, Hertfordshire.
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Our take
Independent co-ed senior school in Hertfordshire 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.
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 15 Nov 2025 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
About the head
Distinctive features
small number of academic scholarships
commitment to co-curricular including sports and creative and performing arts
part of Blenheim Schools Group
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
In 2025, , surpassing the national average of 67.4%. A-Level results show , A and B grades with strong university destinations
Where leavers go
| 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 20 |
| Oxbridge | 1 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
| Medicine | 1 |
Recent coverage
In early 2026, Mount House School achieved notable successes including students excelling in UKMT mathematics competitions and winning awards in Young Writers contests, with one story selected for publication. The school hosted significant events such as becoming a national training centre for Girls on Board and the first host of the Working with Boys programme. Additionally, students engaged in enriching activities like a Geography field trip to Loughton Brook, interactive French theatre performances, and celebrated World Book Day with author Dean Atta and an inter-house drama competition.
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Isi — 21 Nov 2023
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 Mount House School best for?+
Mount House 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?+
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?+
phone on 02084496889 or the enquiry form on this page. 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 Mount House School — see the "Schools like Mount House 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 Mount House School?
- Day fees at Mount House School are around £26,247 per year.
- What ages does Mount House School take?
- Mount House School takes pupils from age 11 to 18.
- Is Mount House School a day or boarding school?
- Mount House School is a day school.
- Is Mount House School co-educational or single-sex?
- Mount House School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
- Where is Mount House School?
- Mount House School is in Barnet, EN4 0NJ.
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