Beechwood Park School
School summary
Beechwood Park caters for children from the age of two right through to thirteen, making it a school where families can settle for the long term rather than navigating an early move on. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated it excellent for both education and personal development, with all compliance standards met. With roughly 450 pupils and a pupil-to-teacher ratio of around 15, it sits comfortably in the smaller band of independent schools, and it offers boarding alongside day places in St Albans, Hertfordshire. Around 19 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting an inclusive approach to differing needs.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 30 September 2025
Teaching & academics
An excellent ISI rating for the quality of education points to consistently strong teaching across the school. The pupil-to-teacher ratio of around 15 allows for close attention, and the breadth of provision is reflected in the sizeable proportion of pupils receiving SEN support. Families considering 11+ entry should note the school continues to age thirteen, so children typically move on at the end of Year 8.
Headmaster · Mr Christian Pritchard
Beyond the classroom
Boarding is available, which broadens the rhythm of school life beyond the classroom and into evenings and weekends. The headmaster, Mr Christian Pritchard, leads a community that the ISI judged excellent for personal development.
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 19.25%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Mobile phone policy
School does not allow mobile phones
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £17,982 - £26,064
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £32,328
Means tested bursaries offered from year 3 upwards
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A small, all-through independent in St Albans with excellent ISI judgements across the board and a no-mobile-phones ethos. Means-tested bursaries from Year 3 help widen access.
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Beechwood Park School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.