The Cavendish School
London, Camden, Greater London · NW1 7HB
The Cavendish School is a small independent girls' school in Camden, taking pupils from age three through to eleven. With around 187 on roll, it offers an intimate setting where staff are likely to know each child well. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded it an overall rating of excellent, with personal development also judged excellent. One note for families to weigh: the school's most recent inspection found that compliance requirements were not met.
187
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-11
- Pupils
- 187
- Location
- London, Camden, Greater London
- Website
- https://cavendishschool.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 020 74851958
Headteacher
Head Mrs Taryn Lombard
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Teaching & academics
Inspectors rated the quality of education excellent, a strong endorsement of teaching and learning in this non-selective primary phase. As a small school spanning the early years to Year 6, it is well placed to prepare girls for senior school entry, including the 11+, within a close-knit environment.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 12 January 2024
The last word
A small Camden girls' school with an excellent ISI rating for both education and personal development, though parents should ask about the outstanding compliance findings before applying.
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The Cavendish School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Cavendish School located?
The Cavendish School is located at 31 Inverness Street, London, NW1 7HB.
What type of school is The Cavendish School?
The Cavendish School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend The Cavendish School?
The Cavendish School has approximately 187 pupils on roll.
What is The Cavendish School's inspection rating?
The Cavendish School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 12 January 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.