The St Michael Steiner School
London · TW13 6PN
A*–B A-level
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9–7 GCSE
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Day fees
£10k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
St Michael Steiner School is a Waldorf-based independent day school in West London serving ages 3–18, founded in 2001. It follows Rudolf Steiner's holistic educational philosophy, emphasizing artistic and experiential learning alongside intellectual development. The school claims a 100% success rate for sixth-form leavers progressing to higher education or their chosen path, and nurtures creative, confident thinkers prepared for life beyond the classroom.
- →Holistic Waldorf education emphasizing whole-child development—head, heart, and will
- →Small, family-like community (136 pupils) fostering close relationships and personalized attention
- →Arts-integrated curriculum and creativity woven throughout all subjects, not just enrichment
- →Gentle, developmentally-appropriate pacing that avoids early academic pressure
Who thrives here
Families seeking an alternative to mainstream schooling who value creativity, self-expression, and developmental readiness over early academics. Pupils who are artistic, reflective, or who thrive in nurturing, discussion-based learning environments suit this approach particularly well.
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Contact & visit
Park Road, Hanworth Park
London
TW13 6PN
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at The St Michael Steiner School?
Day fees at The St Michael Steiner School are approximately £9,600 per year (2026/27).
How do you get into The St Michael Steiner School?
The St Michael Steiner School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is The St Michael Steiner School a boarding school?
The St Michael Steiner School is a day school in London and does not offer boarding.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Nurturing, child-centered approach that allows children to develop at their own pace
✓Strong emphasis on creativity, arts, and imaginative thinking alongside academics
✓Small community and close relationships between staff, pupils, and families
✓Holistic education developing emotional intelligence and confidence, not just exam results
✓Waldorf philosophy attracts like-minded families seeking alternative education
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted; limited external validation or transparency on academic outcomes
!Smaller school may offer fewer specialist facilities and co-curricular breadth than larger independents
!Developmental approach to literacy/numeracy may concern parents expecting early formal progress
!Limited alumni tracking or university placement data publicly available