Alpha Preparatory School
Harrow, Harrow, Greater London · HA1 1SH
A small independent prep school in Harrow, Alpha educates around 129 boys and girls from ages 3 to 11. Its intimate scale means pupils are well known to staff, and the Independent Schools Inspectorate has judged the school excellent across the board. Personal development was also rated excellent, and the school met all compliance requirements. It is a day school under the leadership of Mr Padraic Fahy.
129
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-11
- Pupils
- 129
- Location
- Harrow, Harrow, Greater London
- Website
- https://www.alpha.harrow.sch.uk/
- Telephone
- 020 8427 1471
Headteacher
Head Mr Padraic Fahy
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Teaching & academics
The ISI's excellent rating points to strong teaching and high standards throughout the prep years. With a roll of just 129, classes are likely to be small and attention closely tailored to each child. Around 14 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting the school is set up to identify and assist those who need a little more help.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 13.95%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 31 October 2023
The last word
A small, family-feel prep in Harrow with top ISI marks for both academics and personal development - well suited to parents seeking a nurturing start before the move to senior school.
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Alpha Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Alpha Preparatory School located?
Alpha Preparatory School is located at 21 Hindes Road, Harrow, Harrow, HA1 1SH.
What type of school is Alpha Preparatory School?
Alpha Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Alpha Preparatory School?
Alpha Preparatory School has approximately 129 pupils on roll.
What is Alpha Preparatory School's inspection rating?
Alpha Preparatory School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 31 October 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.