March 2026
The Academy School hosted an educational visit to the British Museum for a 'Greek Myths' session.
Prep school
The Academy School
We offer an outstanding prep school educational experience to boys and girls from 6 to 13.
Day fees
£23,880
Entry
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Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
W.G.B. Evans
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
91
23 girls, 61 boys
Location
Hampstead, Camden
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
6 to 13
Entry points
7+, 11+, 13+
Inspection
Outstanding
Scholarships
Academic, Music
Overview
About The Academy School
Our school's lively spirit and caring environment enables children to enjoy learning – with outstanding results.
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Camden for ages 6–13.
Best for
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 6–13.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
Watch-outs
- 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
£23,880per year · Day · 2026-27
Inc. VAT £28,65620% VAT added7 years: £226,334
vs London avg (£24,000)1% below
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
Sports clubsRunning clubSports competitionsSportsRunning
music
Individual music lessonsOrchestraChoirWhole school musical
drama
Theatre visitsDance clubDrama clubDance performancesDanceDrama
academic club
Speaking eventsArt & Craft clubArt competitionsChess club
service
Charitable activities
other
After school clubs: ChessVisits to museums, art galleries and other cultural centresBoard gamesBoard games clubCraft
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
March 2026
The Academy School students and staff celebrated World Book Day with costumes.
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Fit for your child
Is The Academy School right for your child?
Score it on travel, academics, support and budget.
Check fit for my childRegulationInspection
Regulation
Inspection
Ofsted inspection, 14 Nov 2023
Outstanding
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn2 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 → 7 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is The Academy School best for?+
The Academy School suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 6–13; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
How much are the fees at The Academy School?+
Day fees at The Academy School are £7,960 a term in 2026-27 (£23,880 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at The Academy School?+
No dates are listed yet. Save The Academy School and we'll email you when booking opens.
How does admissions work?+
We don't hold full admissions details for The Academy School. Ask the school directly.
Does The Academy School support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for The Academy School. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does The Academy School take?+
The Academy School takes pupils from age 6 to 13.
Is The Academy School a day or boarding school?+
The Academy School is a day school.
Is The Academy School co-educational or single-sex?+
The Academy School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is The Academy School?+
The Academy School is in Camden, NW3 1NG.
How do I contact admissions at The Academy School?+
Contact The Academy School by phone on 02074356621.
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