Hornsby House School
URN: 101078 • London SW12 8RS
Overview
- Name
- Hornsby House School
- URN
- 101078
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 42.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Edward Rees (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02086737573
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hearnville Road, London SW12 8RS
Summary
Hornsby House School, located in London, is an independent mixed school catering to 437 pupils aged 4-11. Founded in 1988 by Bevé Hornsby, the school focuses on providing an inclusive and nurturing educational environment. It offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to foster independent and creative thinking, ensuring that all children can thrive academically and personally.
The school prides itself on its strong pastoral care, promoting kindness and self-esteem among students. Hornsby House has a notable record of academic achievement, particularly in the 11+ examinations, with many students progressing to top London day schools. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its core values of Head, Heart, and Spirit, which guide students in their learning and interactions within the school community.
Hornsby House is committed to continuous improvement, with plans for an extension of its facilities, including enhanced spaces for Science, Modern Foreign Languages, and Drama, set to be completed by summer 2026. The school encourages parental involvement and invites prospective families to visit and experience its welcoming atmosphere.
The school prides itself on its strong pastoral care, promoting kindness and self-esteem among students. Hornsby House has a notable record of academic achievement, particularly in the 11+ examinations, with many students progressing to top London day schools. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its core values of Head, Heart, and Spirit, which guide students in their learning and interactions within the school community.
Hornsby House is committed to continuous improvement, with plans for an extension of its facilities, including enhanced spaces for Science, Modern Foreign Languages, and Drama, set to be completed by summer 2026. The school encourages parental involvement and invites prospective families to visit and experience its welcoming atmosphere.
Useful links
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- Report an Absence (sen)
- Request an Absence (sen)
- Staff Leaving Gifts (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Belonging – Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (other)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions Process (other)
- Term Dates (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
- Wandsworth
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 450
- Pupils
- 437
- Boys
- 222
- Girls
- 215
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1988-10-11
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 437 | 222 | 215 | 450 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 441 | 225 | 216 | 450 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 423 | 212 | 211 | 440 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 423 | 212 | 211 | 440 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 429 | 211 | 218 | 440 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 437 | 215 | 222 | 440 | 0.00 |
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