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Babington House School

Chislehurst, Kent · BR7 5ES

AAB+ A-level

0%

9–7 GCSE

33%

Day fees

£26k

Inspection

Not yet inspected

School website

Babington House School is a co-educational all-through day school in suburban Chislehurst, Kent, serving pupils aged 3–16 across Nursery, Prep, and Senior divisions. With approximately 487 pupils and small class sizes (max 20 in Prep), the school emphasises a 'bespoke approach' to education designed to nurture individual confidence and maturity. The school's purpose statement focuses on developing 'daring and wisdom' to help pupils discover individuality and achieve their potential. Located within walking distance of Elmstead Woods Station, it offers accessible commuting to South London and Central London.

  • All-through education from age 3–16 in a single, integrated setting
  • Small class sizes (max 20) in Prep School enabling personalised attention
  • Strong pastoral focus on individual development and confidence-building
  • Convenient location near Elmstead Woods Station with easy transport links

Who thrives here

Families seeking a nurturing, size-conscious independent education where individualisation and pastoral care are prioritised. Pupils who benefit from smaller cohorts and a less pressurised, broad-based curriculum are likely to thrive.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports30th pctCo-curricularno dataValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Founded1887
Number of pupils487
Pupils with SEND96
Age range3–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£26.1k/yr (inc. lunch)
Settingsuburban
LocationSchool is positioned in the heart of Chislehurst village with direct rail access to South London and Central London, making it accessible for families across Greater London.

Contact & visit

Grange Drive

Chislehurst, Kent

BR7 5ES

www.babingtonhouse.com
02084675537
Mr David Laird, Headmaster

Nearest stations

Elmstead Woods3 min
Chislehurst8 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Babington House School?

Day fees at Babington House School are approximately £26,115 per year (2026/27).

How do you get into Babington House School?

Babington House School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are Babington House School's exam results?

At Babington House School, 0% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 33% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Babington House School a boarding school?

Babington House School is a day school in Chislehurst and does not offer boarding.

What parents say

Frequently praised

Small class sizes fostering individual attention and strong pupil-teacher relationships

Nurturing pastoral environment prioritising confidence and maturity development

Inclusive, broad-based curriculum encouraging individual discovery over rigid academic ranking

Convenient location and accessible transport links for commuting families

Common concerns

!Not yet Ofsted-inspected, limiting independent external validation of academic standards

!Limited sixth form provision (age 16 only) compared to schools extending to age 18

!Lack of boarding facilities may limit appeal for families seeking residential education