Wetherby School

URN: 100519 • London W2 4ED

Overview

Name
Wetherby School
URN
100519
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Boys
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
35.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul David (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02077279581
Website
Visit
Address
11 Pembridge Square, London W2 4ED

Summary

Wetherby School is an independent boys' pre-prep school located in central London, with a strong reputation for academic excellence and holistic development. Established over 70 years ago, the school prepares pupils for 7+ and 8+ entrance exams, consistently achieving outstanding results that lead to placements in top prep schools such as St Paul’s Juniors and Westminster Under.

The curriculum at Wetherby is designed to maximise each boy’s potential, combining rigorous academic instruction with a broad range of extracurricular activities. This approach encourages boys to explore their interests and develop essential skills, fostering a well-rounded educational experience. The school prides itself on its dedicated teaching staff, many of whom hold advanced degrees and are committed to ongoing professional development.

Wetherby School operates across three locations—Notting Hill, Kensington, and Marylebone—providing a supportive and nurturing environment for its 324 pupils. The school’s ethos centres on instilling strong core values, perseverance, and an entrepreneurial mindset, preparing boys not just for academic success but for future leadership roles in various fields.

Key details

LA
Kensington and Chelsea
Age range
3 - 8
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
364
Pupils
324
Boys
324
Girls
0
FSM %
Open date
1955-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 324 324 0 364
2024-09-11 333 333 0 364
2023-09-11 354 354 0 364 0.00
2022-09-11 354 354 0 364 0.00
2021-09-11 359 359 0 364 0.00
2020-09-11 358 358 0 364 0.00

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