Dwight School London
London · N11 3LX
Dwight School London is an independent, co-educational all-through school in North London offering the full International Baccalaureate curriculum from Early Years through Sixth Form. Positioned as one of the UK's first IB World Schools, it emphasizes personalised learning and innovation, with a global perspective rooted in the broader Dwight Group network across New York, Shanghai, Seoul, Dubai, and other locations. The school serves 299 pupils and combines a forward-thinking, inquiry-based approach with wraparound care and accessibility initiatives including substantial scholarship opportunities.
- →Full IB curriculum from age 3–18, offering consistent pedagogical approach and university preparation aligned with global standards
- →All-through model eliminates transition disruption and allows deep knowledge of individual pupils across thirteen years
- →Extended wraparound childcare (7:45–17:30) now included in fees, addressing working parent needs in North London
- →Innovation-focused culture and World's Best School Prize for Innovation (2025) attracting families seeking creative, forward-thinking education
- →Significant scholarship availability (up to 50% fee remission) and 'Visionary Grants' for local families with innovative outlook
Who thrives here
Families seeking a progressive, inquiry-led international curriculum with strong pastoral care and practical wraparound support; pupils who thrive in small-school settings with personalised learning pathways and benefit from consistent, long-term relationships with staff; globally-minded families valuing IB philosophy and cross-cultural community.
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Contact & visit
6 Friern Barnet Lane
London
N11 3LX
Nearest stations
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Dwight School London?
Day fees at Dwight School London are approximately £31,350 per year (2026/27).
How do you get into Dwight School London?
Dwight School London admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Dwight School London a boarding school?
Dwight School London is a day school in London and does not offer boarding.
What is Dwight School London's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Dwight School London “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Personalised learning and individualized attention in smaller all-through community
✓Innovative, forward-thinking approach and global curriculum alignment
✓Strong pastoral care and wellbeing focus integrated into daily practice
✓Wraparound care and practical support for working families
✓Inquiry-based methodology develops genuine critical thinking and self-directed learning
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted; lack of external validation and transparency on outcomes (academic, pastoral, safeguarding)
!IB curriculum less familiar to UK families and universities than A-Levels; potential concerns about university applications and understanding of British system
!Fees structure unknown; scholarship focus suggests premium pricing; accessibility and true socioeconomic diversity unclear
!Small pupil cohort (299) means limited facilities and fewer peers; potential concerns about critical mass for sport, music, drama