Bassett House School
School summary
Founded in 1947, Bassett House is a small co-educational prep in Kensington and Chelsea, taking children from age three through to eleven. With just 124 pupils, it offers an intimate setting where staff can know each child well. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded the school its top rating of 'excellent', and found it fully compliant with regulatory standards. There is no religious affiliation, and the school is day-only.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 20 February 2024
Teaching & academics
The ISI judged the quality of pupils' achievement as excellent, reflecting strong outcomes across this primary-age school. Around 15 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a willingness to accommodate a range of learning needs within a small community. Personal development was also rated excellent, indicating that pastoral care and character development sit alongside academic work.
Head · Christopher Woodward
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1947
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 14.52%
- EHC plans
- 4.03%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £23,202 - £25,848
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A small, well-regarded Kensington prep for families who want an excellent-rated start and close attention through to age eleven. Fees run from roughly £23,000 to £26,000 a year.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.