Kingshott School
Hitchin, Hertfordshire, East of England · SG4 7JX
A small independent prep school in Hitchin, Kingshott takes mixed pupils from the age of three through to thirteen, with around 414 children on roll. The Independent Schools Inspectorate judged the school excellent at its most recent inspection, with personal development also rated excellent and all compliance standards met. As a non-denominational school led by Head Mr David Weston, it offers a settled environment for families seeking a through-prep education that bridges the early years and the move on at 13.
414
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-13
- Pupils
- 414
- Location
- Hitchin, Hertfordshire, East of England
- Website
- www.kingshottschool.com
- Telephone
- 01462 432009
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr David Weston
Teaching & academics
The ISI awarded Kingshott its highest grade of excellent, a strong endorsement of the quality of teaching and pupil achievement across the school. The 11+ entry point allows families to join part-way through the prep journey, with the school then preparing pupils for the next stage at 13. Its modest size means each year group is small, which can support close attention to individual progress.
Beyond the classroom
Excellence in personal development was recognised by inspectors, suggesting the school looks beyond the classroom to the wider growth of its pupils.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 29 April 2025
The last word
Kingshott suits families wanting a small, excellent-rated prep that carries children from the early years through to 13, with an 11+ entry point along the way.
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Kingshott School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Kingshott School located?
Kingshott School is located at Stevenage Road, St Ippolyts, Hitchin, SG4 7JX.
What type of school is Kingshott School?
Kingshott School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend Kingshott School?
Kingshott School has approximately 414 pupils on roll.
What is Kingshott School's inspection rating?
Kingshott School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 29 April 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.