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St Anthony's School for Boys

· NW3 6NP

Pupils

269

Day fees

£29k

Inspection

Not yet inspected

School website

St Anthony's is a Roman Catholic preparatory school in Hampstead for boys aged 3–13, with a co-educational nursery. The school emphasises academic rigour alongside creativity, pastoral care, and the development of intellectual curiosity and risk-taking. Its pedagogical approach aims to prepare boys for transition into leading independent senior schools, underpinned by the belief that happy, well-supported children learn best.

  • Strong feeder school record into selective senior schools (Westminster, St Paul's, Harrow, Eton noted in prospectus context)
  • Holistic, nurturing environment combining academic ambition with extensive co-curricular breadth
  • Hampstead location with strong community; membership of Inspired Education group (121 schools globally)
  • Personalised transition support and guidance for senior school entry

Who thrives here

Boys from academic families seeking a traditionally rigorous but caring prep school; families valuing Catholic ethos without exclusivity; pupils capable of balance between academic pressure and creative play.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSports70th pctCo-curricularno dataValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typePrep · Day
Number of pupils269
Age range3–13
GenderBoys
Day fees£28.7k/yr
AssociationsIAPS
Settingurban
LocationLocated in NW3 (Hampstead); well-served by Northern Line; substantial catchment from North London and beyond; pick-up/drop-off typical for prep schools this size.
EthosRoman Catholic; welcoming to all faiths

Contact & visit

90 Fitzjohn's Avenue, London

NW3 6NP

www.stanthonysprep.org.uk
02074353597
Mr Richard Berlie, Headmaster

Nearest stations

Hampstead8 min
Belsize Park10 min
Swiss Cottage12 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at St Anthony's School for Boys?

Day fees at St Anthony's School for Boys are approximately £28,710 per year (2026/27).

How do you get into St Anthony's School for Boys?

St Anthony's School for Boys admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

Is St Anthony's School for Boys a boarding school?

St Anthony's School for Boys is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.

What parents say

Frequently praised

Warm, nurturing pastoral environment with genuine care for individual child

Strong academic outcomes and feeder-school track record

Excellent co-curricular breadth (music, drama, sport, global enrichment)

Well-resourced Hampstead location; engaged community

Common concerns

!Not yet Ofsted-inspected (as of dataset); sector-standard concern for newer/younger schools in group portfolio

!Fees structure unclear in public materials—prospectus inquiry necessary

!SEND provision not transparently outlined; may suit mainstream-strong pupils only