Lockers Park School
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, East of England · HP1 1TL
A small boys' prep school in Hemel Hempstead, Lockers Park educates around 189 pupils from age 4 through to 13, with both day and boarding options. Its Church of England character and intimate scale are reflected in an unusually generous pupil-to-teacher ratio of about seven to one, allowing close attention to each boy. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school good across its quality of education and personal development, with all compliance standards met. Notably, almost a quarter of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a school accustomed to working with a range of learning needs.
189
Pupils
good
ISI
£26,150
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Boys
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 4-13
- Pupils
- 189
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 7
- Location
- Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, East of England
- Website
- https://www.lockerspark.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01442 251712
Headteacher
Headmaster Mr Gavin Taylor
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Teaching & academics
With one teacher to roughly every seven boys, classes are small and individual attention is built into the timetable. The ISI judged the quality of education good. Academic scholarships are offered alongside awards for music, art and technology, recognising achievement across a breadth of disciplines.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 24.87%
- EHC plans
- 0.53%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships in music, art and technology point to strands of the school beyond the academic core. As a boarding prep, life extends into the evenings, with a smartphone-free policy in place within the boarding house to keep that environment focused.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Mobile phones may not be used in EYFS, except in the case of an emergency. Photographs taken of the children should be part of planned activities and should be taken with school cameras only. Other guidance for the use of mobile phones can be found in the staff code of conduct. A smartphone-free policy has been introduced within the boarding house.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £16,473 - £26,150
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £38,642
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 1 December 2025
The last word
A close-knit C of E prep for boys up to 13, suited to families wanting small classes, a boarding option and strong pastoral attention.
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Lockers Park School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Lockers Park School located?
Lockers Park School is located at Lockers Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1TL.
What type of school is Lockers Park School?
Lockers Park School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend Lockers Park School?
Lockers Park School has approximately 189 pupils on roll.
What is Lockers Park School's inspection rating?
Lockers Park School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 1 December 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.