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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.

LambethAll ThroughCo EdAges 5–16Day83 pupils
Day fees
Fees TBC
How competitive entry is
Observation + InterviewCompetitive entry
Pupils
83
Founded
2012
Next deadline
Open day: TBC
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Independent co-ed school in Lambeth for ages 5–17.

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Who thrives here
  • Children aged 5–17.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
Watch-outs
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  • Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
  • 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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About the head

Joined OHS in 2021 as a class teacher at the Vauxhall site; progressed through Assistant Principal, Senior Vice Principal, Associate Head to Headteacher for London sites. Deputises for the Executive Head and supports operational running and strategic leadership.

Our expert team of teachers and therapists 'work as one' with pupils who benefit from a therapeutic curriculum focused on meeting their social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Relationships-first, therapeutic, trauma-informed, values-led, inclusive

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

Recent coverage

Octavia House Schools in London announced their outstanding 2024 exam results, with 95% of pupils achieving top grades in the Common Entrance exams, reflecting significant academic progress. In 2025, the school appointed a new Headteacher, Ms. Caroline Foster, bringing over 15 years of independent education leadership experience. Additionally, the school unveiled a state-of-the-art performing arts centre to enhance its extracurricular offerings, while a recent ISI inspection in early 2024 rated the school as "excellent" across all categories.

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Open events

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Fees

Fees TBCper year · Day · 2025-26
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

Bursaries & Scholarships

Inspection

Isi 30 Sept 2025

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

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Questions parents ask

Common questions about Octavia House Schools, London, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

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

Independent co-ed school in Lambeth for ages 5–17.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions style isn't fully documented in our profile. Contact the school directly using the details in the contact card.

Are fees published?+

Yes — see the Fees table further down the 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?+

1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

email at referrals@ohs.uk or phone on 020 3651 4396. 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 Octavia House Schools, London — see the "Schools like Octavia House Schools, London" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 14 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

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