Faraday School
London · E14 0FH
Faraday is an award-winning independent co-ed prep school in East London, situated on the creative Trinity Buoy Wharf on the Thames. With just 108 pupils across Reception to Year 6, it offers a forward-thinking, small-school environment emphasising both academic excellence and individual development. The school combines rigorous core academics with a distinctive creative and community-focused ethos, recently recognised as Independent Prep School of the Year 2024.
- →Small class sizes and strong individual pupil attention in a tight-knit community
- →Outstanding focus on both academic rigour and personal development, recognised by recent award
- →Distinctive location on Trinity Buoy Wharf with creative arts integration and cross-year mixing
Who thrives here
Pupils who thrive in smaller, nurturing settings where individuality is valued and cross-year relationships fostered. Families seeking a balanced prep with strong academics embedded in a creative, community-focused environment suit this school.
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Contact & visit
Old Gate House, 7 Trinity Buoy Wharf
London
E14 0FH
Nearest stations
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Faraday School?
Day fees at Faraday School are approximately £18,756 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Faraday School?
Faraday School admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Faraday School a boarding school?
Faraday School is a day school in London and does not offer boarding.
What is Faraday School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Faraday School “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Excellence in academics combined with pastoral care and attention to individual needs
✓Small, friendly community with strong cross-year relationships and mixed-age learning
✓School values and celebrates each child's individuality and personality
✓Strong core skill focus (literacy, numeracy) embedded in supportive environment
Common concerns
!School not yet inspected by Ofsted; limited external validation of claims
!Very small pupil roll (108) may limit breadth of peer group and competitive activity opportunities
!Limited public information on academic outcomes, progress measures, or destination data