The Lloyd Williamson School Foundation
London · W10 6EB
Lloyd Williamson Schools Foundation is a small, independent all-through school in Kensington emphasising personalised learning and individualism within a nurturing environment. With maximum class sizes of 17 and only 80 pupils across the entire school, it offers a genuinely intimate alternative to larger independent schools, positioning itself explicitly as non-formulaic and responsive to each child's unique potential. The school celebrates childhood while maintaining high academic standards, operating as a day-only institution in a family-oriented model.
- →Genuinely small classes (max 17) enabling individualised attention and differentiation
- →Non-pressurised, holistic approach prioritising emotional wellbeing alongside academic rigour
- →Responsive, communicative leadership willing to accommodate children who struggle in larger settings
- →Central London location (W10) with walking accessibility for West London families
Who thrives here
Intelligent but sensitive children who need smaller peer cohorts, high adult attention, and a non-competitive ethos; pupils who have struggled in larger schools due to anxiety, introversion, or unmet emotional needs; families seeking a nurturing, relationship-based approach to learning.
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Contact & visit
77 St. Charles Square, Ladbroke Grove
London
W10 6EB
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at The Lloyd Williamson School Foundation?
Day fees at The Lloyd Williamson School Foundation are approximately £16,500 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into The Lloyd Williamson School Foundation?
The Lloyd Williamson School Foundation 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 The Lloyd Williamson School Foundation's exam results?
At The Lloyd Williamson School Foundation, 0% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is The Lloyd Williamson School Foundation a boarding school?
The Lloyd Williamson School Foundation is a day school in London and does not offer boarding.
What is The Lloyd Williamson School Foundation's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated The Lloyd Williamson School Foundation “Good” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Marked improvement in child's wellbeing and academic engagement after transition from large school
✓Genuinely nurturing, welcoming environment that meets emotional and educational needs holistically
✓Excellent communication and accessibility with parents and senior leadership
✓High educational standards maintained without sacrifice of pupil mental health or childhood experience
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted inspected; school remains unratified by formal inspection, limiting transparency for prospective parents
!Tiny cohort (80 pupils total) may raise questions about viability, peer diversity, and social breadth
!Modest premises and likely limited facilities compared to larger independent alternatives
!Very limited data on exam outcomes, university destinations, or specialist programme breadth