The Holmewood School
School summary
The Holmewood School is a notably small independent school in Barnet, north London, with around 91 pupils on roll and a sixth form of 22. Its intimate scale means classes are likely to be small and pupils well known to staff, an environment that may suit families seeking a more personal setting than a large school can offer. The school is mixed and non-denominational, and is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. Ms Bridget Young leads as headteacher.
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Teaching & academics
Pupils work towards GCSE qualifications, and the presence of a small sixth form indicates study can continue beyond Key Stage 4. With so few pupils, teaching is delivered on a close-knit scale.
Headteacher · Ms Bridget Young
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 1.09%
- EHC plans
- 98.91%
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A genuinely small London independent for families who value an intimate, attentive setting over the scale of a larger school.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.