April 2025
St James Preparatory School's 20 Year 6 pupils received 41 offers including 7 scholarships.
Prep school
St James Preparatory School
St James Schools are independent day schools based in London and Surrey offering a unique holistic education, based on a philosophical and humanist approach.
Day fees
£27,135
Entry
Observation + InterviewSelective
Next deadline
Mon 2 Nov 202616+ registration closes
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Hilary Wyatt
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
121
85 girls, 72 boys
Location
West Kensington, Hammersmith and Fulham
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
2 to 11
Religious ethos
Non-denominational
Entry points
3+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Bursaries
Available
Scholarships
Academic, Art
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Hammersmith and Fulham for ages 2–11.
Best for
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 2–11.
- 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.
- 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.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- TBCOpen dayTo be confirmedBy arrangementPrivate Tours Available
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£27,135per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
Inc. VAT £27,135VAT TBC7 years: £214,320
vs London avg (£24,000)13% above
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
VolleyballGymnasticsKarateRunning ClubCricketNetballLacrosse Stick Skills
music
Chamber ChoirOrchestra
drama
Performing ShakespeareLAMDADrama
academic club
HistoryDebatingPoliticsChessBook ClubAI and Game DevelopmentCreative WritingLEGOSTEAM ClubAIMLunchtime BookwormsClassics SocietyMinerva SocietyZoology
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EPQ
service
Combined Cadet Force (CCF)Duke of Edinburgh (Bronze, Silver, Gold)EDIDuke of Edinburgh (DofE)
other
CookeryBoard GamesYoga
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Indoor cricket netsBadminton courtsVolleyball courtFloodlit 5-a-side 3G pitchLake for open water swimming and water activitiesOutdoor cricket netsTennis courtsSports fields
arts
Central London location with access to galleries, concerts, theatre
academic
ParkingSixth Form (recently refurbished)
wellbeing
Pavilion
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
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Recommended next step
Registration closes 2 Nov 2026 (16+)
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Check fit for my childCalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn7 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring6 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer19 Apr 2027 → 8 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
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What kind of child is St James Preparatory School best for?+
St James Preparatory School suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 2–11; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
How much are the fees at St James Preparatory School?+
Day fees at St James Preparatory School are £9,045 a term in 2026-27 (£27,135 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at St James Preparatory School?+
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How does admissions work?+
We don't hold full admissions details for St James Preparatory School. Ask the school directly.
Does St James Preparatory School support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for St James Preparatory School. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does St James Preparatory School take?+
St James Preparatory School takes pupils from age 2 to 11.
Is St James Preparatory School a day or boarding school?+
St James Preparatory School is a day school.
Is St James Preparatory School co-educational or single-sex?+
St James Preparatory School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is St James Preparatory School?+
St James Preparatory School is in Hammersmith and Fulham, W14 8SH.
How do I contact admissions at St James Preparatory School?+
Contact St James Preparatory School by phone on 02073481777.
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