Hornsby House School
London, Wandsworth, Greater London · SW12 8RS
Founded in 1988, Hornsby House is a small co-educational prep school in Wandsworth, taking children from age four through to the move on at eleven. With around 437 pupils, it offers a contained, familiar environment where each child is likely to be well known to staff. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school excellent overall, and equally excellent for pupils' personal development - a sign that wellbeing and character matter here alongside attainment. The school is non-religious, which may appeal to families seeking a secular setting.
437
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£24,246
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 4-11
- Pupils
- 437
- Location
- London, Wandsworth, Greater London
- Website
- https://www.hornsbyhouse.org.uk/
- Telephone
- 020 8673 7573
Headteacher
Headmaster Mr Edward Rees
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Teaching & academics
An excellent ISI rating points to high standards across the school's primary years, with the prep curriculum geared towards preparing children for the next stage of their education. Notably, more than a third of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a willingness to identify and respond to a range of learning needs rather than teach to a single mould.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 36.38%
- EHC plans
- 0.23%
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1988
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £22,590 - £24,246
Bursary fund exists
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 19 March 2024
The last word
A small, secular prep school in Wandsworth with top ISI marks for both education and personal development. The substantial proportion of pupils receiving learning support hints at a genuinely inclusive approach.
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Hornsby House School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Hornsby House School located?
Hornsby House School is located at Hearnville Road, London, SW12 8RS.
What type of school is Hornsby House School?
Hornsby House School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Hornsby House School?
Hornsby House School has approximately 437 pupils on roll.
What is Hornsby House School's inspection rating?
Hornsby House School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 19 March 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.