The John Lyon School
School summary
Founded in 1876 and set on Harrow-on-the-Hill in Greater London, The John Lyon School is a medium-sized independent school of around 600 pupils, including a sixth form of about 125. It welcomes boys and girls from age 11 and is inspected by the ISI. Day fees reach up to £28,248 a year, though means-tested bursaries are offered through The John Lyon's Charity, and scholarships span academic, art, drama, music, STEAM, sport and all-rounder routes. Under Head Mrs Rose Hardy, the school combines an established heritage with a broad curriculum.
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GCSE grade 9-7
62%
National average 23%
A-level A*-A
43%
National average 28%
Inspection reports
Teaching & academics
At GCSE, 62% of grades fall in the 9-7 range, and the school offers an academically traditional spread including Latin, French, Spanish, Religious Studies, Music and Computing. The sixth form leans towards sciences and quantitative subjects, with Economics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology and Physics among the popular choices, alongside the EPQ for those wanting independent research. At A-level, 43% of entries reach A*-A, marking out a competitive academic environment for capable pupils. Around 11% of pupils receive SEN support.
Languages
GCSE subjects
Head · Mrs Rose Hardy
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 125
A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Beyond the classroom
Sport is a notable strand, with hockey, tennis, football and cricket among the main fixtures. The scholarship offer across drama, music, art and STEAM points to opportunities beyond the classroom for pupils with particular talents.
Main sports
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1876
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 10.82%
- EHC plans
- 0.12%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £28,248
Means-tested bursaries available through The John Lyon's Charity
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A long-established London independent that pairs a rigorous, science-heavy academic offer with genuine breadth in sport and the arts. Bursary support widens access for families who might not otherwise meet the fees.
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The John Lyon School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.