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Octavia House Schools, London

Sector-leading specialists in education and therapy for pupils aged 5 to 16 who have suffered adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), focusing on social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

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At a glance

Key facts

Head
Ms Ross (Key Stages 1 and 2, Vauxhall), Mr Mubarak (Key Stage 3, Nine Elms), Ms Knight (Key Stage 4, Kennington)
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
121
17 girls, 92 boys
Location
Kennington, Lambeth
Urban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
5 to 16
Founded
2012
Entry points
4+, 5+, 7+, 11+, 13+, 16+
School buses
No
Learning support
SEN unit on site
Average class
6 pupils
School day
8.45am to 3pm
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Saturday school
No
Wraparound care
Not offered
Scholarships
Academic
Overview

About Octavia House Schools, London

Octavia House Schools provide specialist education and therapy for pupils aged 5 to 16 who have experienced adverse childhood experiences including trauma and toxic stress. The expert team of teachers and therapists work together to deliver a therapeutic curriculum tailored to meet the social, emotional and mental health needs of their pupils. The schools operate multiple sites in London and Essex, covering Key Stages 1 to 4.

Our take

Independent co-ed all-through school in Lambeth for ages 5–16.

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  • Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 5–16) rather than separate prep + senior.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
Watch-outs
  • Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
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Fees

Fees TBCper year · day
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Activities & co-curricular

sport

Horse-riding workshops (younger pupils)

music

Music therapy

drama

Art therapyDramatherapy

other

AssembliesCanine therapyEducational tripsExtra-curricular clubs (end of school day)Farm workshops (younger pupils)Play therapy

Facilities

academic

Great Baddow site (KS1&2, ages 5–12)Kennington site (KS4, ages 14–16)Nine Elms site (KS3, ages 11–14)South Woodham Ferrers site (KS3&4, ages 11–16)Vauxhall site (KS1&2, ages 5–12)

wellbeing

Specialist therapy spaces

Qualifications offered

Entry LevelGCSE
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ISI inspection, 30 Sept 2025

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Questions parents ask

What kind of child is Octavia House Schools, London best for?+

Octavia House Schools, London suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 5–16) rather than separate prep + senior; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.

When is the next open day at Octavia House Schools, London?+

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How does admissions work?+

We don't hold full admissions details for Octavia House Schools, London. Ask the school directly.

Does Octavia House Schools, London support SEND?+

Octavia House Schools, London has a dedicated SEN unit. Check the details with admissions.

What ages does Octavia House Schools, London take?+

Octavia House Schools, London takes pupils from age 5 to 16.

Is Octavia House Schools, London a day or boarding school?+

Octavia House Schools, London is a day school.

Is Octavia House Schools, London co-educational or single-sex?+

Octavia House Schools, London is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.

Where is Octavia House Schools, London?+

Octavia House Schools, London is in Lambeth, SE11 6AU.

How do I contact admissions at Octavia House Schools, London?+

Contact Octavia House Schools, London by email at referrals@ohs.uk or phone on 02036514396.

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

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