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Saint Christina's School

London · NW8 7PY

Pupils

157

Day fees

£18k

Inspection

Not yet inspected

School website

Saint Christina's is a small, friendly day prep school in St John's Wood serving ages 3–11. With just 157 pupils, it offers a nurturing, family-like atmosphere with an emphasis on kindness, confidence and academic grounding. The school combines traditional prep values with a modern, inclusive approach to early childhood and primary education. Located in one of London's most affluent residential areas, it caters to local professional families seeking a carefully-sized alternative to larger neighbouring preps.

  • Intimate class sizes and strong pastoral care in a genuinely small-school setting
  • Convenient St John's Wood location with easy access for working parents
  • Established track record of successful transitions to top London independent secondaries

Who thrives here

Children who benefit from a warm, personalised learning environment and thrive in smaller cohorts; families prioritising strong pastoral foundations and outdoor play alongside academics during the early years.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSports50th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typePrep · Day
Number of pupils157
Pupils with SEND57
Age range3–13
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£18.4k/yr (inc. lunch)
AssociationsISC
Settingurban
LocationExcellent tube connectivity; located in a quiet, tree-lined residential area of NW8 with limited parking but strong bus routes (e.g. 13, 82). Walking distance for families in St John's Wood, Maida Vale and Paddington catchments.
EthosCatholic

Contact & visit

25 St Edmund's Terrace, Primrose Hill

London

NW8 7PY

www.saintchristinas.org.uk
02077228784
Mr Damien Walshe, Headteacher

Nearest stations

St John's Wood (Circle, District, Jubilee)5 min
Maida Vale (Circle, District)10 min
Paddington (Circle, District, Hammersmith & City, Bakerloo)12 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Saint Christina's School?

Day fees at Saint Christina's School are approximately £18,390 per year (2025/26).

How do you get into Saint Christina's School?

Saint Christina's School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

Is Saint Christina's School a boarding school?

Saint Christina's School is a day school in London and does not offer boarding.

What parents say

Frequently praised

Genuinely small class sizes and individual attention from staff

Warm, inclusive pastoral care and strong sense of community

Effective preparation for entry to selective London independent secondaries

Unhurried, play-based Early Years programme with sound phonics transition

Common concerns

!Limited facilities and specialist resources compared to larger independent preps

!No onsite sixth form or upper school continuity; pupils must transfer at 11+

!Not yet Ofsted-inspected; limited public accountability data