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The Swedish School

Svenska Skolan i London offers a high-quality education following the Swedish curriculum in a British context, fostering creativity, curiosity, respect, kindness and empathy.

Richmond upon ThamesAll ThroughCo EdAges 2–18Day286 pupils
Day fees
£16,800
How competitive entry is
Observation + InterviewCompetitive entry
Pupils
286
Founded
1907
Next deadline
Open day: TBC
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Independent co-ed school in Richmond upon Thames for ages 2–19, day or boarding.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • Children aged 2–19.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
Watch-outs
Know before applying
  • 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.
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About the head

Open Minds. Broad Horizons.

Rektor, Svenska Skolan i London

Med kreativitet och nyfikenhet som grund arbetar vi för att forma trygga och mångfacetterade individer. Vårt fokus på respekt, vänlighet och empati rustar eleverna att följa sina drömmar var än i världen de leder.

respekt, vänlighet och empati rustar eleverna att följa sina drömmar var än i världen de leder.

Latest exam results

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A-level A*–A
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GCSE 9–7
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Russell Group rate

Data from 2024 results

Where leavers go

2024
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Recent coverage

The Swedish School in London continues to achieve outstanding academic results, with students scoring an average of 286 points, 52 points above the Swedish national average on national exams. The school has maintained an "Outstanding" rating from the British Ofsted for 14 consecutive years, reflecting its high-quality education from preschool through to gymnasium. Graduates frequently gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, including Cambridge, LSE, Princeton, and Sorbonne, highlighting the school's strong international reputation and bilingual environment.

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Registration opensPassed
1 Sept 2025
Registration closesPassed
15 Nov 2025
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Registration windows
YearOpensClosesReply byStatus
2026-271 Sept 202515 Nov 2025TBCClosed

Open events

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Fees

£16,800per year · Day · 2025-26
VAT-inclusive estimate £16,800Published as VAT-inclusiveYear 7-13 projection £132,691
vs London avg (£24,000)30% below
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

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Inspection

Ofsted 6 Jun 2023

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

Outstanding
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Term dates 2025-26

autumn18 Aug 202519 Dec 2025Half-term 27 Oct 2025–31 Oct 2025
spring8 Jan 202627 Mar 2026Half-term 16 Feb 2026–20 Feb 2026
summer13 Apr 202612 Jun 2026

Schools like The Swedish School

Ranked by semantic similarity across curriculum, ethos, intake and admissions style. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

86%

London Scandinavian School

Islington · Pre Prep · Ages 2–11
Fees TBC
73%

Norwegian School in London

Merton · All Through · Ages 6–16
£2,200 – £19,000
73%

Greenholm School

Sutton · Senior · Ages 11–18
Fees TBC
68%

The German School

Richmond upon Thames · All Through · Ages 3–19
Fees TBC
68%

Side By Side School

Hackney · Ages 2–20
Fees TBC
67%

The New School

Croydon · Pre Prep · Ages 4–5
Fees TBC

Questions parents ask

Common questions about The Swedish School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is The Swedish School best for?+

Independent co-ed school in Richmond upon Thames for ages 2–19, day or boarding.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions style isn't fully documented in our profile. Contact the school directly using the details in the contact card.

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?+

phone on 02087411751 or the registrars listed in the contact card. 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 Swedish School — see the "Schools like The Swedish School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 14 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

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