The Froebelian School
Horsforth, Leeds, Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber · LS18 4LB
Founded in 1913 and rooted in Horsforth, Leeds, The Froebelian School is a small independent primary taking children from ages three to eleven. With roughly 138 pupils and a pupil-to-teacher ratio of around ten to one, classes are intimate and individual attention is built into daily life. The Independent Schools Inspectorate judged the school excellent for both education quality and personal development, though it should be noted that the most recent compliance standards were not met. Almost a fifth of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a school accustomed to adapting to a range of needs.
138
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£13,080
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-11
- Pupils
- 138
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 10
- Location
- Horsforth, Leeds, Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber
- Website
- https://www.froebelian.com/
- Telephone
- 01132 583047
Headteacher
Headteacher Mrs Anna Coulson
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Teaching & academics
An ISI judgement of excellent reflects strong teaching across the primary years, supported by the low pupil-to-teacher ratio that allows staff to know each child well. With nearly 20 per cent of pupils on the SEN register, the school clearly works to support learners who need additional help alongside its wider cohort. Under headteacher Mrs Anna Coulson, the focus runs through to age eleven, preparing children for their next step.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 19.7%
- EHC plans
- 1.52%
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1913
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
No mobile phones are allowed in school.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £13,080
Bursary fund of £57k provides means-tested support to a handful of children
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 25 March 2025
The last word
A long-established, small independent prep where excellent ratings and tiny classes promise close attention - though parents will want to ask about the unmet compliance standards.
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The Froebelian School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Froebelian School located?
The Froebelian School is located at Horsforth, Leeds, Horsforth, Leeds, LS18 4LB.
What type of school is The Froebelian School?
The Froebelian School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Yorkshire and the Humber.
How many pupils attend The Froebelian School?
The Froebelian School has approximately 138 pupils on roll.
What is The Froebelian School's inspection rating?
The Froebelian School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 25 March 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.