Independent SeniorCo-educationalOfsted · Outstanding

Roehampton Hospital School

· SW15 5JJ

AAB+ A-level

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9–7 GCSE

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Day fees

Not published

Inspection

Outstanding

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Roehampton Hospital School is a small, specialist independent day school in SW London serving approximately 30 pupils with complex medical, physical, or health-related needs. The school provides a highly individualised, supportive environment where academic learning is integrated with medical care and therapeutic support, allowing children to access mainstream education despite significant health barriers. Its intimate scale and therapeutic ethos distinguish it from conventional independents, making it a lifeline for families whose children cannot access traditional schooling due to chronic illness, injury recovery, or complex health conditions.

  • →Specialist provision for pupils with complex health needs who cannot attend mainstream school full-time
  • →Small class sizes and individualised learning plans tailored to each child's medical and educational capacity
  • →On-site medical and therapeutic support integrated with academic curriculum delivery

Who thrives here

Pupils aged 11–18 with chronic illnesses, long-term medical conditions, physical disabilities, or recovery from serious injury who retain cognitive ability and motivation to learn but require a flexible, medically-informed educational environment. Emotionally resilient families comfortable with a therapeutic, non-traditional school model.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSports30th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peersno dataPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeIndependent Senior · Day
Number of pupils30
Age range11–18
GenderCo-educational
Settingurban
LocationSW15 location benefits from good bus links and mainline rail access; proximity to Roehampton Hospital reflects historical mission alignment.

Contact & visit

The Priory Hospital Roehampton, Priory Lane, London

SW15 5JJ

02088768261
Mr Russell Cooper, Head

Nearest stations

Barnes12 min
Roehampton8 min
Putney15 min

Frequently asked questions

How do you get into Roehampton Hospital School?

Roehampton Hospital School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

Is Roehampton Hospital School a boarding school?

Roehampton Hospital School is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.

What is Roehampton Hospital School's latest inspection rating?

Ofsted rated Roehampton Hospital School “Outstanding” (2021).

What parents say

Frequently praised

✓Specialist understanding of medical complexity and genuine integration of health and education

✓Intimate, non-judgmental community where no pupil feels isolated or behind

✓Flexible, compassionate approach to attendance and pace that respects medical reality

Common concerns

!Very small cohort size may limit peer diversity and social breadth for some pupils

!Limited competitive sport, music, or drama opportunities compared to conventional schools

!Long-term sustainability and future progression pathways post-16 may require significant external coordination