Orchard House School
London, Hounslow, Greater London · W4 1LB
A small co-educational prep in Hounslow, Orchard House School takes children from ages 3 to 11 and carries an 'excellent' judgement from the Independent Schools Inspectorate, the top rating in both academic standards and personal development. With around 407 pupils on roll, it offers a close-knit setting under head teacher Henrietta Adams. Compliance requirements were met at inspection. The school has also taken a firm line on technology: since September 2024 smartphones and smartwatches are not permitted on site.
407
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£26,961
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-11
- Pupils
- 407
- Location
- London, Hounslow, Greater London
- Website
- https://www.orchardhs.org.uk/
- Telephone
- 020 8742 8544
Headteacher
Head teacher Henrietta Adams
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Teaching & academics
The ISI's 'excellent' rating reflects strong standards across the school's primary years. Families with a child who shows particular ability can pursue Academic scholarships, while the consistently high inspection outcome suggests a settled, well-run learning environment for the 3 to 11 age range.
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships in Drama, Music and Sport point to genuine breadth beyond the classroom, giving talented children routes to develop their strengths. The school's 'excellent' rating for personal development underlines its attention to pupils' wider growth.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
Since September 2024, smartphones and smartwatches are not permitted. Children who walk to/from school (only in Years 5 and 6) are advised to have 'bricks' if a phone is considered necessary and these are gathered in at the start of the school day and kept by the teacher.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £11,790 - £26,961
Bursary funding for one student in years 3-6
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 17 June 2025
The last word
A small, top-rated London prep with a refreshingly clear stance on screens. Day fees range widely with age, and limited bursary support is available for one child in Years 3 to 6.
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Orchard House School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Orchard House School located?
Orchard House School is located at 16 Newton Grove, London, W4 1LB.
What type of school is Orchard House School?
Orchard House School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Orchard House School?
Orchard House School has approximately 407 pupils on roll.
What is Orchard House School's inspection rating?
Orchard House School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 17 June 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.