May 2022
The Holmewood School London was rated Outstanding by Ofsted. It provides education for neurodivergent students aged 7 to 19 with autism, focusing on support for communication, interaction, and other needs related to their diagnosis.
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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.
Entry
School Exam + InterviewSelective
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Bridget Young
Headteacher
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
92
22 girls, 70 boys
Location
North Finchley, Barnet
Urban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
7 to 19
Founded
2010
Sixth form
22 pupils
Entry points
7+, 11+, 16+
Nearest station
Woodside Park
School buses
No
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Learning support
SEN unit on site
Saturday school
No
Bursaries
Available
Scholarships
Academic
Overview
About The Holmewood School London
The Holmewood School is registered for up to 80 students across two sites: the Lower School (KS2 and KS3) based in Woodside Park and the Upper School (KS4 and Sixth Form) located in Muswell Hill. All students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) but a statutory statement is not required for admission. The school embraces diversity and focuses on therapeutic programmes with emphasis on wellbeing, social skills, and life skills.
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Our take
Independent co-ed all-through school in Barnet for ages 7–19. Non-selective intake.
Best for
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 7–19) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
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
Fees TBCper year · day
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
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
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
service
Occupational Therapy Café (Cooking Initiative)
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
academic
East End Road Site (The Sternberg Centre)Lower School SiteUpper School Site
wellbeing
Occupational Therapy Café
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In the news
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Check fit for my childRegulationInspection
Regulation
Inspection
ISI inspection, 25 Nov 2025
2 reports on file.
- Ofsted1 May 2022Outstanding
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn3 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 26 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring5 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer20 Apr 2027 → 15 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027
GovernancePolicies & documents
Governance
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
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What kind of child is The Holmewood School London best for?+
The Holmewood School London suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 7–19) rather than separate prep + senior; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
When is the next open day at The Holmewood School London?+
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How does admissions work?+
The Holmewood School London is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.
Does The Holmewood School London support SEND?+
The Holmewood School London has a dedicated SEN unit. Check the details with admissions.
What ages does The Holmewood School London take?+
The Holmewood School London takes pupils from age 7 to 19.
Is The Holmewood School London a day or boarding school?+
The Holmewood School London is a day school.
Is The Holmewood School London co-educational or single-sex?+
The Holmewood School London is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is The Holmewood School London?+
The Holmewood School London is in Barnet, N12 8SH.
How do I contact admissions at The Holmewood School London?+
Contact The Holmewood School London by email at admissions@thsl.org.uk or phone on 02089200660.
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