The Lyceum School
School summary
With just 121 pupils, The Lyceum School is a small independent prep in Hackney where children stay from Reception through to the end of Year 6. Its size lends itself to a close-knit community in which pupils are known individually rather than as a year-group statistic. The Independent Schools Inspectorate judged the school 'good' overall and, notably, rated personal development as 'excellent' - a sign that character and wellbeing are nurtured alongside the curriculum. Compliance requirements were fully met.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 2 December 2025
Teaching & academics
A pupil-to-teacher ratio of around 18 sits alongside the intimate scale of the school, allowing teachers to keep a close eye on each child's progress. Around 7 per cent of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting individual needs are identified and provided for within everyday teaching.
Headteacher · Mr Mike Stanley
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 7.44%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Mobile phone policy
When a child is in year 6, a mobile phone may be brought in if they travel to/from school independently. These must be switched off and handed to front desk at the start of the day.
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £25,266
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.