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York House School is a coeducational preparatory day school in Watford serving pupils from age 3 to 13. With 401 pupils across a broad age range, it offers traditional prep schooling with entry points at nursery, Reception, Year 3, Year 4, and Year 8. The school has not yet been inspected by Ofsted, suggesting either recent establishment or recent re-registration. It sits within the competitive Hertfordshire prep market, positioning itself as an accessible alternative to more established local schools.
Who thrives here
Pupils from professional families seeking structured preparatory education with a clear pathway to independent secondary schools. Suited to children who respond well to traditional curricula and thrive in smaller prep-school cohorts.
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Sarratt Road, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth
WD3 4LW
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Day fees at York House School are approximately £15,600 per year (2024/25).
York House School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
York House School is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
ISI rated York House School “Excellent” (2019).
Frequently praised
✓Friendly, accessible prep-school environment
✓Broad age range allowing sibling continuity
✓Day-only model reducing cost versus full boarding
✓Established presence in Watford/Bushey area
Common concerns
!No Ofsted inspection record limits external validation of standards
!Limited publicly available information on facilities, curriculum detail, and achievement data
!Unknown scholarship and bursary provision may limit access for families seeking financial support