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Guildhouse School

London, Camden, Greater London · WC1A 2RA

Guildhouse School occupies an unusual niche in independent education: an intimate Camden school built specifically around older students, taking pupils from 14 right through to the age of 24. With just 163 on roll, it operates at a deliberately small scale, and its substantial sixth-form cohort makes clear that A-levels and the years immediately before university are its central concern. Boarding is offered, broadening its appeal beyond London families. The Independent Schools Inspectorate judged the school good across its 2023 inspection.

163

Pupils

good

ISI

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Age range
14-24
Pupils
163
Location
London, Camden, Greater London
Website
https://www.guildhouseschool.com/
Telephone
020 784 11580

Headteacher

Head Dr Hugh McCormick

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Teaching & academics

The curriculum is focused and sixth-form oriented, built around A-levels and the Extended Project Qualification, the latter giving students the chance to develop independent research skills ahead of higher education. The ISI rated the quality of education good. A small roll means teaching can be closely tailored to individuals working towards university entry.

Sixth form

Sixth-form pupils
185

Qualifications offered

A-levelEPQ

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
Yes

Inspection reports

ISI rating
good
ISI personal development
good
Last inspected
7 November 2023
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The last word

A small, central London school for older teenagers and young adults, well suited to families wanting a focused, boarding-capable route through A-levels and on to university.

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Guildhouse School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Guildhouse School located?

Guildhouse School is located at 43-45 Bloomsbury Square, London, WC1A 2RA.

What type of school is Guildhouse School?

Guildhouse School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.

How many pupils attend Guildhouse School?

Guildhouse School has approximately 163 pupils on roll.

What is Guildhouse School's inspection rating?

Guildhouse School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 7 November 2023.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.