Thomas's Battersea
Thomas’s Battersea is a selective co-educational day school for students aged 4 to 13 with main entry points at Reception (4+), Year 3 (7+), Year 4 (8+) and Year 7 (11+).
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Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Wandsworth for ages 4–13. Selective entry, top-tier London fees.
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 4–13.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
- Fees sit at the top of the London market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- 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
The overall goal of a Thomas’s education is to equip all of our pupils with optimism and readiness for the future, to become contributors to society and to flourish as successful, conscientious and caring citizens of the world.
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Recent coverage
In 2024, Thomas's Battersea celebrated outstanding academic performance with 95% of its Year 6 pupils achieving National Curriculum expected standards in reading, writing, and maths. The school also opened a new £3 million state-of-the-art sports facility in early 2025, enhancing its extracurricular offerings. Additionally, the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rated Thomas's Battersea as "Excellent" in both quality of education and pupil welfare during its most recent inspection in late 2024.
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Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
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Excerpts
“Characteristic London diversity – everyone from royalty (remember Prince George and Princess Charlotte went here) to mere mortals, the majority being grounded, professional dual income families.”
Our viewOnce you’ve got past the predictable congestion on the narrow road at drop-off and pick-up, the school – though ‘big and busy,’ as one staff member puts it – feels ordered and friendly. Housed in a former purpose-built Edwardian board school, visitors (having handed in their...
Headmaster Rupert Hawkins Since September 2024, Rupert Hawkins, previously senior deputy head. Educated at Harrow and the University of Edinburgh, he went on to gain a PGCE and master’s in educational leadership and management. He joined Thomas’s Battersea from Northcote Lodge....
Inspection
Isi — 9 Sept 2025
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-2026
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about Thomas's Battersea, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Thomas's Battersea best for?+
Independent co-ed prep school in Wandsworth for ages 4–13. Selective entry, top-tier London fees.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
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?+
2 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at battersea@thomas-s.co.uk or phone on 020 7978 0900. 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 Thomas's Battersea — see the "Schools like Thomas's Battersea" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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