Francis Holland School
London, Westminster, Greater London · NW1 6XR
Founded in 1878, Francis Holland is a Church of England girls' school in the heart of Westminster, educating around 570 pupils from age 11 through to the sixth form. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly seven to one signals small classes and close attention, and the Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school excellent for both education and personal development, with all compliance standards met. It is a school that combines academic ambition with pastoral care, and it suits families seeking a calm, focused environment in central London.
570
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£31,104
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 11-19
- Pupils
- 570
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 7
- Location
- London, Westminster, Greater London
- Website
- www.fhs-nw1.org.uk
- Telephone
- 020-77230176
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mrs Katharine Woodcock
Latest results
Attainment 8
51.2
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
95%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
78%
A-level A*-A
57%
A-level A*-B
87%
Teaching & academics
Results sit well above the national picture: 95% of pupils gain grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national average of 47%, and 78% of GCSE grades fall in the 9-7 range. At A-level, 57% of entries reach A*-A and 87% reach A*-B, with strong take-up across the sciences, humanities and subjects such as Psychology, Economics and History of Art. The breadth of provision, including Latin, Classical Civilisation and the EPQ, points to a curriculum that rewards intellectual curiosity. Notably, more than a quarter of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting an inclusive approach to learning needs.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 120
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 27.54%
- EHC plans
- 0.18%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport is well established, with netball, hockey, tennis, rounders and swimming on offer. Scholarships in academic subjects, art, music and sport (the latter at sixth form) recognise talent beyond the classroom. A thoughtful, age-staged mobile phone policy, from Yondr pouches in the lower years to limited common-room use in the sixth form, reflects a deliberate emphasis on focus and presence.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1878
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
Mobile phone free school. Pupils in years 7 and 8 lock their mobile phones in Yondr pouches each morning, unlocked after school. In years 9 and 10, mobile phones are collected daily and returned after school. Pupils in year 11 are permitted to keep their mobile phones, which must be switched off whilst at school. Sixth form students may use their mobile phones in the common areas of Linhope House.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £31,104
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 18 March 2025
The last word
A long-established Westminster girls' school where small classes and high expectations produce consistently strong results. Day fees reach £31,104 a year.
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Francis Holland School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Francis Holland School located?
Francis Holland School is located at Clarence Gate, Ivor Place, London, NW1 6XR.
What type of school is Francis Holland School?
Francis Holland School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Francis Holland School?
Francis Holland School has approximately 570 pupils on roll.
What is Francis Holland School's inspection rating?
Francis Holland School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 18 March 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.