In 2025 – 2026, The Lyceum School had 93% of its pupils receive offers from their first-choice senior schools.
Prep school
The Lyceum School
The Lyceum School is a co-educational prep school with entry points at 3+, 4+, and 7+. It offers a nurturing environment with a personal touch and a strong community feel.
Day fees
£24,630
Entry
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Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Mike Stanley
Headmaster
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
126
57 girls, 64 boys
Location
Shoreditch, Hackney
Urban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
3 to 11
Founded
1997
Entry points
3+, 4+, 7+
Nearest station
Old Street
School buses
No
Average class
13 pupils
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Wraparound care
Available
Scholarships
Music, Academic, Sport
Overview
About The Lyceum School
The Lyceum School provides education from Nursery through to Year 6, focusing on developing well-rounded children excited about learning. The school is noted for its beautiful, airy building with an outdoor playground, a rarity in central London. It offers a range of clubs, breakfast and after-school clubs, and organises regular educational and residential visits. The school is registered with the London Borough of Hackney, enabling Nursery and Reception children to receive Nursery Voucher Grants. The school emphasizes personal care and development, with 93% of pupils in 2025-26 receiving offers from their first-choice senior schools.
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Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Hackney for ages 3–11. Non-selective intake.
Best for
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- Jun24Open dayPassed
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
£24,630per year · Day · 2026-27
Inc. VAT £24,630VAT TBC7 years: £199,535
vs London avg (£24,000)3% above
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
Distinctive features
Outdoor playground in central London
Inclusive of all books and stationery in fees
Regular residential visits for years 3-6
Annual European city travel opportunity
Breakfast club
Wide range of after-school clubs
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
Ballet ClubFencingfootballFootball ClubJudoMultisportsPom Cheerswimming
music
big bandBoogie Beats ClubMusic CluborchestraSing & Sign
drama
Drama ClubFilm Club
academic club
Chess ClubComputer ClubDesign Club with LegoFrench ClubHomework ClubMandarinModel Building ClubNumber MayhemSpanish ClubSTEAM programme
other
Art & Crafts ClubBig Cook, Little CookBreakfast ClubCartoon ClubFun ClubLego ClubMini MoversOodles of DoodlesReady, Set, Bake ClubStory TimeStreet Dance
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Shoreditch Power League (off-site)Sports Facilities at Mile End Stadium (off-site)Swimming Pools at Mile End and Bethnal Green Leisure Centres (off-site)
arts
Music RoomsPerforming Arts SpacesSpecialist Art Studios
academic
Dining HallLibraryScience LabsThe Owlery
wellbeing
Outdoor Playground
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
Outcomes2025
93
of pupils received offers from their first-choice senior schoolsCurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
Common Entrance
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
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Community
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Pastoral careWellbeing
Pastoral care
Wellbeing
Peer mentoring
The Wellbeing Council are a democratically voted group of pupils from each year group from Years 1 – 6. The purpose of this council is to introduce new initiatives for the well-being of the pupils. The Head of PSHE Miss Rothery attends their meetings and listens to the ideas the children have for school improvement. So far, they have brought Happiness Day and The Buddy Bench to the School! “Just to thank you for taking as much care of our son as we do and for developing him into an all-round good human.” ••••• “Just to thank you for taking as much care of our son as we do and for developing him into an all-round good human.” “In 2025 – 2026, 93% of our pupils received offers from their first-choice senior schools.” “The Lyceum School makes the children excited about learning and they have a nice community feel.” “What we love most about The Lyceum School is the personal touch.” “The buil
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn3 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring6 Jan 2027 → 24 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer14 Apr 2027 → 9 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027
PathwaysWhere pupils go 2025 · 2 offers
Pathways
Where pupils go 2025 · 2 offers
St Paul's Cathedral School
2 offersGovernancePolicies & documents
Governance
Policies & documents
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is The Lyceum School best for?+
The Lyceum School suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 3–11; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
How much are the fees at The Lyceum School?+
Day fees at The Lyceum School are £8,210 a term in 2026-27 (£24,630 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at The Lyceum School?+
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How does admissions work?+
The Lyceum School is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.
Does The Lyceum School support SEND?+
The Lyceum School offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.
What ages does The Lyceum School take?+
The Lyceum School takes pupils from age 3 to 11.
Is The Lyceum School a day or boarding school?+
The Lyceum School is a day school.
Is The Lyceum School co-educational or single-sex?+
The Lyceum School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is The Lyceum School?+
The Lyceum School is in Hackney, EC2A 2DU.
How do I contact admissions at The Lyceum School?+
Contact The Lyceum School by email at registrar@lyceumschool.co.uk or phone on 02072471588.
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