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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Careers (other)
- 4 Wetherby Gardens London SW5 0JN (other)
- 19 Pembridge Villas London W11 3EP (other)
- 11 Pembridge Square London W2 4ED (other)
- 48 Bryanston Square London W1H 2EA (other)
- ParentPay (other)
- Enquire Now (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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