Thomas's Battersea
London, Wandsworth, Greater London · SW11 3JB
Thomas's Battersea is a co-educational independent school in Wandsworth, London, with around 535 pupils on roll, placing it in the medium-size band. It has no religious affiliation and operates as a day school, with entry available at 11+. Inspected by the ISI and led by Headmaster Rupert Hawkins, the school notably supports a high proportion of pupils through SEN provision, with nearly 43 per cent receiving some form of support. The Thomas's Foundation extends bursaries from Year 7, opening the door to families who might otherwise find the fees out of reach.
535
Pupils
£32,886
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 535
- Location
- London, Wandsworth, Greater London
- Website
- https://www.thomas-s.co.uk/thomass-battersea/
Headteacher
Headmaster Rupert Hawkins
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Teaching & academics
Modern languages form part of the curriculum, with both French and Spanish on offer. Entry at 11+ means places are awarded competitively, and prospective families should plan accordingly. The substantial level of SEN support suggests a school accustomed to identifying and meeting a range of individual learning needs.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 42.62%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Languages
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport is broad and well established, spanning hockey, rugby, netball, football, cricket and swimming, giving pupils plenty of scope across team and individual disciplines.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
Smartphones are not permitted at school. Upon entering school grounds, pupils' phones must be switched off and out of sight, to be handed in as per policy. With staff permission, pupils may check their phones at dismissal for communication regarding collection or transport home. Misuse of phones will result in confiscation, and parents will be asked to collect the device from school.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £29,091 - £32,886
Thomas's Foundation offers bursaries from year 7
Inspection reports
- Last inspected
- 9 September 2025
The last word
A medium-sized London day school with strong sporting breadth and a clear commitment to individual support, backed by bursaries from Year 7 for families who need them.
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Thomas's Battersea 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Thomas's Battersea located?
Thomas's Battersea is located at London, SW11 3JB.
What type of school is Thomas's Battersea?
Thomas's Battersea is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Thomas's Battersea?
Thomas's Battersea has approximately 535 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.