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Thomas's Clapham

Thomas’s Clapham is a selective co-educational day school for students aged 4 to 13 with main entry points at Reception (4+) and Year 7 (11+). Occasional places are available in Years 1 to 6 and Year 8.

WandsworthPrepCo Ed, becoming co-educationalAges 4–13Day655 pupils
Day fees
£33,159
How competitive entry is
Other + ObservationCompetitive entry
Pupils
655
Founded
1993
Next deadline
No dates published
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Our take

Independent co-ed prep school in Wandsworth for ages 4–13. Selective entry, top-tier London fees.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • 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.
Watch-outs
Know before applying
  • 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.
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About the head

Nathan Boller leads Thomas's Clapham with a focus on ambitious academic standards, a broad curriculum, and a values-led community where every child is known as an individual and encouraged to think critically, act with independence, and take joy in learning.

A new approach to independent education for London. Bold, distinctive curriculum combining rigour of GCSEs and A-Levels with innovative qualifications to foster independence, creativity and critical thinking.

Inner strength, outward assurance, positive physical and mental health, academic success, curiosity about the world and

Activities & co-curricular

sport

BalletJudoKarateRunningSwimming

drama

Art

academic club

DebatingTouch Typing

other

Gardening

Facilities

sports

Five acres of leafy gardens

boarding

58-bed weekly boarding (singles, doubles, quads)Historic College building with boarding on top floor

academic

Sixth Form Common Room

Recent coverage

In 2024, Thomas's Clapham celebrated outstanding exam results, with over 90% of pupils achieving top grades in their Year 6 assessments, highlighting the school's commitment to academic excellence. Additionally, the school announced the appointment of a new Head, effective from September 2024, aimed at further enhancing the school's innovative curriculum and well-being programs. No recent ISI inspection reports or major facility openings were announced in the first half of 2024.

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Application timeline

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Open dayNot published
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Registration opensPassed
1 Sept 2025
Registration closesPassed
31 Mar 2026
Bursary deadlineNot published
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AssessmentNot published
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InterviewNot published
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OffersNot published
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Registration windows
YearOpensClosesReply byStatus
2026-271 Sept 202531 Mar 2026TBCClosed

Open events

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

Fees

£33,159per year · Day · 2025-26
VAT-inclusive estimate £33,159Published as VAT-inclusiveYear 7-13 projection £261,900
vs London avg (£24,000)38% above
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.

Bursaries & Scholarships

Excerpts

While some independent schools choose to sit SATs, they are not required to do so and the UK government does not collect or publish their results.

Latest results
Latest results

This is an independent school and therefore does not have Key Stage 2 SATs results. While some independent schools choose to sit SATs, they are not required to do so and the UK government does not collect or publish their results. Find out more. Teaching & learning 7:1 Pupil to...

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Inspection

Isi 18 Jan 2023

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

Standards met
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Term dates 2025-2026

autumn4 Sept 202511 Dec 2025
spring6 Jan 202627 Mar 2026
summer21 Apr 20269 Jul 2026
autumn7 Sept 202616 Dec 2026
spring7 Jan 202719 Mar 2027
summer13 Apr 20278 Jul 2027
autumnNot yet publishedNot yet publishedHalf-term 2 Nov 2026
summerNot yet publishedNot yet publishedHalf-term 21 Jul 2027
springNot yet publishedNot yet publishedHalf-term 25 Mar 2027

INSET: 2 Sept 2026 · 3 Sept 2026 · 18 Dec 2026 · 13 Apr 2027 · 5 Jan 2027

Policies & documents

Schools like Thomas's Clapham

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

83%

Thomas's Fulham

Hammersmith and Fulham · Prep · Ages 4–11
£33,159
82%

Thomas's Battersea

Wandsworth · Prep · Ages 4–13
£33,159
80%

Thomas's College

Kensington and Chelsea · Senior · Ages 11–18
£31,356 – £33,159
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Thomas's Academy

Hammersmith and Fulham · All Through · Ages 4–11
£33,159
79%

Thomas's Kensington

Kensington and Chelsea · Prep · Ages 4–11
£33,159
72%

Thomas's Battersea Kindergarten

Wandsworth · Nursery · Ages 3–4
£33,159

Questions parents ask

Common questions about Thomas's Clapham, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is Thomas's Clapham 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?+

3 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

email at clapham@thomas-s.co.uk or phone on 020 7326 9300. 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 Clapham — see the "Schools like Thomas's Clapham" 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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