The Holmewood School London
The Holmewood School welcomes students aged seven (KS2) to 19 years old with a range of learning differences associated with autism who are of average or above average cognitive ability and those that may have mild cognitive impairments.
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Our take
Independent co-ed senior school in Barnet for ages 7–19. Non-selective intake.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 7–19, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
- 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.
About the head
“Think differently”
The school embraces diversity and aims to construct personalised learning pathways that engage and motivate students, with a strong emphasis on wellbeing, social skills, life skills, and therapeutic support.
Distinctive features
multi-site (Lower and Upper School)
focus on autism spectrum
personalised learning pathways
therapeutic programmes
robust onsite therapeutic provision
work and life experience programme
forest school
school rock band
eSports competitions
chess club
Activities & co-curricular
service
Facilities
academic
wellbeing
Recent coverage
The Holmewood School London, rated Outstanding, continues to provide specialized education for neurodiverse students aged 7 to 19 with autism, focusing on personalized learning pathways and robust therapeutic support. In recent years, the school has enhanced its Work and Life Experience programme, enabling students to develop practical skills through activities like forest school, eSports competitions, and public speaking about autism. Under the leadership of Head Teacher Bridget Young, students consistently progress to university, college, or employment, equipped with confidence, qualifications, and strong social connections.
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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
Excerpts
“Teaching & learning We saw pupils in mixed-year classes grouped by ability rather than age – one group from years 4, 5 and 6 were making an Anglo-Saxon village.”
Latest resultsWe do not publish results data for special schools. Find out more. Teaching & learning We saw pupils in mixed-year classes grouped by ability rather than age – one group from years 4, 5 and 6 were making an Anglo-Saxon village. In a maths class four pupils were learning...
Wellbeing
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Inspection
Isi — 25 Nov 2025
2 inspection reports on file.
- Ofsted1 May 2022Outstanding
Term dates 2026-27
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about The Holmewood School London, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is The Holmewood School London best for?+
Independent co-ed senior school in Barnet for ages 7–19. Non-selective intake.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are non-selective. Registration windows and required forms vary by entry point — check the admissions timeline above.
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?+
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?+
email at admissions@thsl.org.uk or phone on 020 8920 0660. 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 The Holmewood School London — see the "Schools like The Holmewood School London" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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