PrepCo-educationalISI · Excellent
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Holland House School

Edgware, Middlesex · HA8 8TP

Pupils

146

Day fees

£17k

Inspection

Excellent

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Holland House School is a small, independent day preparatory school in Edgware serving pupils aged 4–11. With just 146 pupils, it offers a personalised, intimate learning environment typical of North West London prep schools. The school emphasises pastoral care and all-round development within a structured but nurturing setting.

  • Small class sizes and close pastoral attention in a compact community
  • Convenient Edgware location with good local transport links
  • Straightforward, traditional prep school approach to early years and primary education

Who thrives here

Pupils who benefit from small-group teaching, close staff-pupil relationships, and a predictable, well-ordered environment. Parents seeking a traditional prep school experience without excessive pressure suit this profile.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSports30th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeing100th pct

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typePrep · Day
Founded1937
Number of pupils146
Age range4–13
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£16.5k/yr
AssociationsISC
Settingsuburban
LocationThe school sits in outer North West London with reliable tube and bus access; families often come from Edgware, Harrow and Barnet catchments.

Contact & visit

1 Broadhurst Avenue

Edgware, Middlesex

HA8 8TP

www.hollandhouse.org.uk
02089586979
Mrs Emily Brown, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Edgware Underground (Northern Line)12 min
Canons Park Underground (Northern Line)8 min
Edgware Bus Station5 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Holland House School?

Day fees at Holland House School are approximately £16,500 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into Holland House School?

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

Is Holland House School a boarding school?

Holland House School is a day school in Edgware and does not offer boarding.

What is Holland House School's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated Holland House School “Excellent” (2022).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Warm, family-like atmosphere and strong pastoral care

Staff know every child as an individual

Traditional, disciplined approach to learning and behaviour

Common concerns

!Limited facilities and sporting/musical infrastructure compared to larger independent preps

!No inspection history (Ofsted) means limited external validation of provision

!School size may limit breadth of co-curricular offer or peer diversity