St Benedict's School
· W5 2ES
AAB+ A-level
39.6%
9–7 GCSE
62.5%
Day fees
£28k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
St Benedict's is a Catholic co-educational day school in Ealing, west London, rooted in the Benedictine tradition of ora et labora and operating from Nursery through to Sixth Form on a single site. The school draws on its monastic heritage to foster a strong sense of community, spiritual development, and care for the individual alongside rigorous academics. With 1,106 pupils across all-through provision, it balances tradition with innovation and positions itself as London's leading Catholic co-educational independent school. The Benedictine values of hospitality, respect, and integrity permeate school life from the youngest pupils upward.
- →Seamless all-through education from age 3 to 18 on one campus, removing stressful transition points
- →Strong Catholic Benedictine ethos that combines spiritual formation with genuine academic ambition
- →Co-educational environment in a sector where single-sex Catholic independents remain common in London
- →Good reputation for co-curricular breadth including music, sport, and drama within a values-driven community
Who thrives here
Pupils who thrive within a warm, structured community where faith, service to others, and academic effort are all valued equally. Families seeking a distinctively Catholic education without sacrificing co-educational breadth or academic rigour will find St Benedict's a strong fit.
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Contact & visit
54 Eaton Rise, Ealing
W5 2ES
Nearest stations
Notable alumni
Hilary Armstrong
Labour MP and Cabinet Minister
Julian Clary
Comedian and entertainer
Mark Ramprakash
England cricketer
James Murray
Actor (Primeval)
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at St Benedict's School?
Day fees at St Benedict's School are approximately £27,885 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into St Benedict's School?
St Benedict's School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are St Benedict's School's exam results?
At St Benedict's School, 39.6% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 62.5% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is St Benedict's School a boarding school?
St Benedict's School is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Warm, welcoming community with genuine care for individual pupils across all stages
✓Strong Catholic ethos that provides moral grounding without being overbearing for moderately religious families
✓All-through provision valued for reducing transition stress and building lasting friendships
✓Good breadth of co-curricular activities including music and sport alongside academics
Common concerns
!Less intensely academic than the most selective west London independents, which may not suit families with highly ambitious academic targets
!Site constraints in a suburban setting can limit some sports and outdoor facilities compared to larger campus schools
!Traffic and parking around the Ealing site can be challenging at drop-off and collection times