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Hereward House School

London · NW3 4NY

Pupils

166

Day fees

£22k

Inspection

Excellent

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Hereward House is an independent preparatory school for boys aged 4–13 located in Hampstead, North West London. The school emphasises traditional academic rigour combined with pastoral care and a broad co-curricular programme. With 166 pupils across the primary and lower secondary years, it maintains a selective, purposefully sized community that prioritises individual attention and character development alongside intellectual achievement.

  • →Strong academic reputation and selective entry in a competitive London prep market
  • →Intimate day-school environment with high staff engagement and pastoral oversight
  • →Excellent location in Hampstead with good transport links to North London prep feeder routes

Who thrives here

Academically capable boys from North West London and beyond who benefit from a structured, traditional prep school model with strong emphasis on discipline, academic progress, and well-rounded development. Boys who thrive in a smaller, stable day-school community are well-suited to Hereward House.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSports70th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeing100th pct

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typePrep · Day
Founded1951
Number of pupils166
Pupils with SEND22
Age range4–13
GenderBoys
Day fees£21.6k/yr
Settingurban
LocationNW3 postcode provides excellent access via Northern Line (Hampstead, Finchley Road) and Jubilee Line (West Hampstead). School location in central Hampstead well-served by London bus network.

Contact & visit

14 Strathray Gardens

London

NW3 4NY

02077944820
Mr Pascal Evans, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Hampstead8 min
Finchley Road12 min
West Hampstead10 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Hereward House School?

Day fees at Hereward House School are approximately £21,600 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into Hereward House School?

Hereward House School admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

Is Hereward House School a boarding school?

Hereward House School is a day school in London and does not offer boarding.

What is Hereward House School's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated Hereward House School “Excellent” (2023).

What parents say

Frequently praised

✓Strong academic standards and selective teaching cohort

✓Caring pastoral environment with good pastoral oversight due to smaller size

✓Excellent location and accessibility in central Hampstead; good transport links

Common concerns

!Limited facilities typical of smaller London day preps (no on-site boarding or residential provision)

!School has not yet undergone Ofsted inspection, limiting external validation data